Open Today: 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
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The entrance sign for the North Carolina Zoo is visible, featuring a large, curved sign with "North Carolina Zoo" written across it. Above the text, silhouettes of various animals (including an elephant, giraffe, and bears) are depicted against a yellow sunrise. The sign is set into a grassy mound surrounded by tall reeds and trees under a partly cloudy blue sky.

Receptionist Volunteers

Zoo volunteer sitting at a desk talking on the telephone with a notebook in front of her.

This Volunteer Opportunity is Currently Not Being Recruited.

Assist guests by phone and in-person by providing information about Zoo hours, admission prices, discounts, special events, directions, available services, picnic facilities, lost and found, and more. Receptionists also assist guests entering the Guest Services Office. 

Time Commitments

Volunteers should be available to commit to one full shift or two half-day shifts each month

Available Shifts: January - December. Saturdays and Sundays only, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (half day shifts also available) 

 

Training

Volunteers will complete on-the-job training with a member of our team. Receptionists are not trained to interpret the Zoo’s plant and animal collections. 

 

Age requirement

Minimum age requirement is 18 years old

Zoo volunteer standing on the Zoo's giraffe deck to be face height and feeding a giraffe
Volunteer FAQ

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Large group of Zoo Volunteers
Volunteer

There are many rewarding ways to volunteer your time at our park. Opportunities range from gardening to greeting to helping guests feed giraffes!