Apply Online to Work at Southwick's Zoo in Mendon, Massachusetts

Applications for the Volunteer/Docent training program are closed.

We are no longer conducting Interviews for the 2013 Volunteer Docent Program.

Applications for docents and volunteers are accepted from September to December and interviews are in January. Classes start February 16, 2013. To learn more, click here.

Click here for a printable PDF application that you can mail to us, along with your resume to:

Southwick’s Zoo
2 Southwick’s Street
Mendon, MA 01756

ONLINE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

Please begin by selecting the department for which you would like to apply. Upon receipt of your application, we will review it. If you are a fit for us, we will be in communication with you.

Please don't be discouraged if you don't hear from us - we hire frequently, so if you don't hear soon, you may in the future.

Please be sure that you are filling out the correct form as you go along. Note that this is a conditional form, meaning that as you answer different questions, different fields may appear or disappear to help you fill out the form as completely as we need.

Department*
What type of job are you applying for?*
Please be as specific as possible.
Date available to start*
Applicant Information
This position is a part-time, seasonal position (April - October). Weekends & Holidays are required.
Name*
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Address*
Street AddressAddress Line 2CityStateZIP Code
Primary Phone*
Secondary Phone
Email*
Enter EmailConfirm Email
Are you UNDER 18 years of age?*
You may be required to furnish a work permit if under the age of 18 yrs.
If yes, what age are you / grade in school?*
Desired hourly rate*
All NEW hires start at Minimum wage - $8.00/hr for a two week trial basis.
Have you ever worked for this company?*
If yes, when?*
List Friends or Family that work or have worked here, if applicable.
You may have to submit to a CORI check, by law.
Are you citizen of the United States?*
If no, are you authorized to work in the U.S.?*
Work Schedule Preference*
- April to June
- June to August
This is NOT a full-time position. Schedules will vary weekly & we cannot guarantee set hours or days. Quantity of hours/days may vary each week, but we will take preference into account when possible.
All Positions require working Weekends & Holidays. Is there a reason why you would NOT be able to work weekends or holidays? If so, please list the days you would not be available to work and why.*
You will not be guaranteed the following days off if hired. We do try to accommodate but there will be times when we cannot.
Education
Did you graduate high school?*
If yes, what year did you graduate?*
If no, what grade are you currently in?*
Did you graduate college?*
If yes, please specify year graduated and list degree(s)?*
If no, what year are you currently in?*
Employment History
Begin with your most recent employer. We may call to verify employment.
Company*
Phone*
Address*
Street AddressAddress Line 2CityStateZIP Code
Supervisor*
Job Title*
Starting Salary
Ending Salary
Responsibilities*
What did you like most about your position?*
What did you like least about your position?*
Dates Employed*
DD/MM/YY - DD/MM/YY
Reason for leaving*
May we contact your previous employer for a reference?*
If no, please explain why*
In case of emergency, please notify:*
FirstLast
Emergency contact phone number*
Health Insurance Carrier & Number*
Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement
By submitting this application, I agree that I am fully aware of the potential hazards to human health from handling, treating and caring for wild animals and I accept the risk of these hazards voluntarily. I will indemnify and hold harmless Southwick's Zoo or its employees for any loss or injury that may result from my voluntary handling, treating, and caring for wild animals, whether caused by negligence of the releasees or otherwise.
Thank You!
We really appreciate your time applying with us! If you're a great fit for us, we will be in touch soon!