Chester Zoos Parrot and Penguin Team

The Parrot and Penguin Team at Chester Zoo are offering a 3-day placement for 2 individuals to gain key skills and knowledge into how we operate. This exciting opportunity will give the successful applicants insight into our daily husbandry routines, training, and conservation efforts. We care for a wide array of species on section such as Humboldt Penguins, Javan Green Magpie, Great Green Macaw, Bali Myna, Wrinkled Hornbill and Southern Cassowary, to name a few… The team is split into two sections, each with a different focus on species and enclosure type. A successful applicant would spend 1 to 2 days on each section, allowing them to gain the most from this 3-day period. This position would be particularly beneficial to individuals wishing to gain experience working closely with large parrots, penguins and large walkthrough aviaries. If you have any specific interests please let us know within your application.