

The Zoo’s peak operating season is March – October each year and we offer an array of job opportunities. If you love people, animals, interested in conserving a piece of the world for generations to come and want to work at our world class zoo, this is the place for you! The North Carolina Zoo welcomes more than 900,000 guests each year and we want to ensure their zoo experience is positive and memorable.
The North Carolina Zoo offers the following seasonal opportunities in Guest Services, Education and Operations. Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Admissions – Cashiers, Gate Attendants and General Guest Services
Entertainment - Cashiers, Attraction Operators and Air Hike Guides
Transportation - Bus/Tram Drivers
Environmental Services - Custodial/Housekeeping
Rangers - Security
Education - Play Leaders, Educator 1s, 2s and 3s
All Positions
Play Leaders
Educator 1s (Guest Engagement Educators)
Educator 2s (Educational Programming Assistants)
Educator 3s (Programming Leads)
Education - Guest Surveyors
Service Systems Associates (SSA) is the exclusive on-site provider of culinary experiences at the North Carolina Zoo. SSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a wide variety of full-time (28 - 40 hrs.) and part-time (12 - 28 hrs.) positions in Food, Catering, and Guest Services.
Culinary Services - SSA Food Service Cook, SSA Food Service Associate
North Carolina Zoo Society manages Zoo Memberships and Gift Shop Operations.
Apply in person for these positions at the NC Zoo's Education Building Reception Desk Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or the Earth Explorer Gift Shop at the North America Entrance during Zoo operating hours. Inquiries are encouraged to call (336) 879-7267.
Gift Shops
Membership Services