Unlike other big cats, lions live in long-term social groups called 'prides'.
School Work Experience
Taronga Western Plains Zoo's Work Experience program is for school students interested in pursuing a career in Zoo-keeping, animal care or zoo horticulture. The program is voluntary, unpaid and for school students in Years 10, 11 and 12.
One successful applicant per school will be assigned for one week's duration (Monday through Friday), excluding school and public holidays.
Students and Careers Advisers are required to read the Work Experience policy.
Students with special needs
Taronga Western Plains Zoo accepts students with special needs, providing any necessary support is available and students are suitable for particular Zoo work areas.
Taronga Western Plains Zoo's Work Experience Divisions may include:
- Australian Mammals
- Australian
- Carnivores
- Birds
- Ungulates & Primates
- Reptiles and Amphibians
- Horticulture
- Veterinary & Quarantine Centre
Application Procedure for 2010
Please download the following files for detailed information on the application process.
We expect the program to fill quickly this year so please send your completed forms in as soon as possible.
Download Information PackageDownload Application Form
Parents/Students:
Ultimately your school will approve the work experience placement so please direct all of your communication to the school Careers Adviser. Please do not contact the zoo as our arrangements are also subject to the school calendar and we will be required to contact the school.
Careers Advisors Only:
Please contact:
Taronga Western Plains Zoo Education Centre
Ph: 02 6881 1433
Fax: 02 6884 4530
Email: wpzedcentre@zoo.nsw.gov.au
