Teen Program
Each day, the Little Rock Zoo becomes a living classroom and you can become a part of it. The Zoo invites youth, ages 13-17, to join the newly revamped Teen Program! Teens support Zoo staff in providing engaging experiences that inspire people to value and conserve our natural world. Participants must be willing to learn, step outside their comfort zones, engage with guests of all ages, and share a passion for wildlife conservation.
Please review the 2025 Program Details & FAQs below prior to submitting an application.
Teen Program Details & FAQs
Questions? Contact us at knichols@littlerock.gov or call 501-661-7220.
Important Dates and Times
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How to Apply
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The teen program begins as a three-week summer program. All teens, regardless of age, must complete a summer session before they are able to participate in year-round programming. Summer dates are broken into two sessions. Session 1: June 9-27 Session 2: July 7-25 All session dates are Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm.
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Applications open January 1, 2025, and are due by February 1, 2025, at 11:59 pm.
Click here to submit your application and attach a brief (up to two pages) essay response to one of the following prompts:
Applicants will be contacted February 10-15, 2025, for interviews. If selected to interview, teens will be asked to choose an adult (not related) to complete a recommendation letter on their behalf. |
Each week, teens will learn about a different aspect of the Zoo, wildlife conservation efforts, and conservation education. They will spend:
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Interviews Interviews will be held in person on March 1, 2025. Teens will be able to sign up for an interview timeslot that works with their schedule.
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To participate, teens must be 13-years-old by May 1st and they cannot turn 18 before the end of their selected session.
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Orientation and Training
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Program Fee: $80 This covers the cost of 2 program shirts, a name badge, and other program materials. |
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Once the summer session is complete, teens are eligible to continue participating in year round activities. No additional fees apply. |
The Wildest Value in Town!
Memberships support the Zoo's efforts to promote conservation and education. It is the perfect way to benefit humans and animals, alike!
1 Zoo Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205
501-661-7200
Hours of Operation
9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Last admission 3:30 p.m.
Zoo grounds close at 4:00 pm
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