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North Carolina Zoo Job Fair (POSTPONED)

Event Dates
Fri, Jan 23 2026, 10am - 2pm
Sat, Jan 24 2026, 10am - 2pm

North Carolina Zoo Job Fair (Recruitment Event for Seasonal Jobs)

UPDATE: EVENT POSTPONED DUE TO WINTER WEATHER FORECAST. Please check back soon for new dates.

This event was previously scheduled for Friday, January 23 and Saturday, January 24.

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Location: Multipurpose Room, Stedman Building, North America Parking Lot

The North Carolina Zoo, ranked the number one zoo in the nation, welcomes more than a million guests each year. We are looking for seasonal employees to help ensure our guests have a positive and memorable Zoo experience.

The Zoo’s peak operating season is March – October and we offer an array of job opportunities. If you love people and are interested in saving wildlife and wild places for the future, this is the place for you!

The North Carolina Zoo offers seasonal opportunities in Admissions, Transportation, Attractions, Environmental Services, Education, Food Services, Gift, and EMT/Security. Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Come to the job fair to meet Zoo Employees already working in these areas, then apply for what works best for YOU!

Join our wild crew for a fun summer working at the Zoo!