THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT.
Join us for a day of hands-on practical workshops and talks exploring careers in animal care and zookeeping.
The perfect event for anyone interested in working with animals!
Participants will spend the day engaging with and learning from those who care for the 11,000 animals who call Whipsnade Zoo home! The day will give participants the chance to gain practical skills and an understanding of the best next steps into the sector. Participants will get the chance to get hands on with some of the daily tasks our animal care staff during their working day, as well as being able to chat with our friendly zookeeping staff to learn about their roles and journey to working at a ZSL conservation zoo!
Bringing together experts in animal care and management from across the international conservation charity ZSL. This day will consist of industry talks, workshops, demonstrations and an interactive Q&A panel.
Whether you are interested to learn more about this diverse field or you have already started to make initial steps towards your future animal care career, this informative day will give you a behind the scenes insight into the incredible work ongoing by our ZSL team who work across our conservation zoos and support our conservation projects around the world!
Please note - this event is for young people over the age of 16 only. Anyone under this age will unfortunately be unable to attend. This event is aimed at 16-25 year old individuals in their early career journey or those exploring their future options.
If you would like to discuss whether this event it suitable for you, please get in touch via [email protected]
Example Itinerary:
| 10.00 | Arrival |
| 10.30 | Introductions & Pathways into the Animal Sector |
| 11.00 | Workshop 1 |
| 12.00 | Workshop 2 |
| 12.45 | Lunch Break & Zoo Explore |
| 14.00 | Workshop 3 |
| 15.15 | Q&A with our zookeeping staff |
| 15.45 | Wrap up & conclusions |
| 16.00 | Close |
* itinerary subject to change
What's included on the day:
- Zoo Entry (Zoo Closes at 6pm)
- Lunch
- Guest Speaker
- Behind the Scenes Opportunities
- Workshops/Practical Activity
- Interactive Q&A
Ticketing Information:
SOLD OUT
ZSL Gold Members, Patrons and Fellows receive a 10% discount on this career day. Please login in at checkout with the email address attached to your membership to activate your discount.
If you need to manage your booking please contact us using this form.
Once payment has been taken, refunds cannot be given. Frequently asked questions
- There is a limited number of tickets, please note tickets will be sold on a first come, first serve basis
- This event is aimed at those between the ages of 16-25. Anyone under this age is unable to attend. If you are above this age bracket but are thinking about a career change and would like to find out if this event is suitable for you, please get in touch via [email protected]
- Participants cannot participate unless we have received a completed consent form.
- Participants under the age 18 require a completed parental/guardian consent form.
- £75 per person - admission into the zoo is included within the price of the ticket.
- Participants will be required to be outside for parts of the day so please bring along a water bottle, appropriate clothing and footwear.
- The zoo will close at 6pm on the day, so participants are welcome to stay and enjoy Whipsnade Zoo at the end of the event.
- Please see our full education terms and conditions for more information.
