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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee

County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day. Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff\'s Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services. Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community. Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936. For submitted application inquiries please contact careers@milwaukeecountywi.gov. Please note: an online application must be submitted for consideration. We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County! Primates & Small Mammals Zookeeper Intern Milwaukee County Zoo Hourly Pay: \$14.02 Closing Date: 1/22/2026 or upon receipt of the first 50 applications Job Summary: The Primates & Small Mammals Zookeeper Intern will work alongside Zookeepers to gain first-hand knowledge and experience in the daily husbandry of the assigned zoo animal population in accordance with the Association of Zoo\'s & Aquariums (AZA) advanced standards for professional animal care. This includes animal habitat maintenance, diet preparation, animal observations and ethograms, an introduction to enrichment and training, and guest experience through formal and informal presentations and talks. This position introduces interns to the complex process of evaluating and interpreting the welfare and well-being of the animals they will be providing care for. Essential Responsibilities: Assist in daily care to maintain and enhance the welfare of the zoo animal population under zookeeper supervision. Prepare and present approved diets. Observe and report animal activities,... For full info follow application link. Milwaukee County is an Equal Opportunity/E-verify employer committed to diversity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability genetic information or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. \*\** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/2BA1B2CC2F624847

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