Horticulture Internship

Summer 2026 paid internships are available at Caldwell Zoo in Tyler, Texas in Horticulture.

The Caldwell Zoo is seeking highly motivated, hard-working, professional minded students who want to take advantage of educational opportunities to gain on-the-job experience in the zoological career field.

Learning opportunities/topics include:

• Maintain zoo landscapes to include watering, fertilizing, weeding, planting, etc.
• Exhibit design considerations
• Greenhouse production to include bedding plant and hanging basket maintenance
• Turf and walkway maintenance to include mowing, trimming, debris removal
• Waste, litter, and recycling management
• Visitor relations

• Know and follow all emergency procedures and protocols
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs and be able to work in all inclement weather conditions

• Watch animal medical procedures
• Attend a Veterinary Department meeting
• Assist with daily projects
• Shadow up to five other departments

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be a sophomore in college or have a higher classification
• Overall GPA must be 2.5 or higher
• Negative TB Test

Duration

May 20th - August 25th

* Please plan to arrive at least three business days before the start date to complete the onboarding process.

* Any time off requested during the internship (excluding illness or emergency) must be discussed in the interview and approved before starting the internship.

To be Considered:

Please apply and upload the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

Final date to receive applications is 03/31/2026.