Volunteer as an Individual

Docent

Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Night Safari or Jurong Bird Park

Pre-requisites

Be 21 years and above
Deep interest in nature and wildlife
Willing to engage guests on wildlife conservation
Comfortable in an outdoor environment
Pass selection process

Recruitment

Twice a year (April – June, September – November)

Commitment

8-10 weeks of training, usually on Saturdays and Sundays
Upon successful evaluation, commit monthly duty of 2hrs per session for at least a year

Donation fee for selected applicant to Mandai Nature^* ^S$ 150

*Applicants who have previously volunteered 30 hours with Mandai Wildlife Group within the year will enjoy waiver

Register Interest

Conservation Ambassadors

Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Night Safari or Jurong Bird Park

Pre-requisites

Between 15 and 21 years old. Full time students who are above 21 years old may also apply
Deep interest in nature and wildlife
Willing to engage guests on wildlife conservation
Comfortable in an outdoor environment

Recruitment

Four times a year, across different parks

Commitment

2 full days of training
Upon successful evaluation, commit monthly duty of 2hrs per session for at least a year

Training Fee^* ^S$ 30

*Applicants who have previously volunteered at least 30 hours with Mandai Wildlife Group within the year will enjoy waiver

Register your interest

Keeper Volunteer

Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Night Safari or Jurong Bird Park

Pre-requisites

Be 18 years old and above
Have prior experience in husbandry work at an organization OR an existing Docent/Conservation Ambassador who has volunteered for at least 24 hours with us
Able to commit 5 days a week for at least 4 weeks, or weekly for at least 1 year

_{Note: International applicants must be eligible to apply for Work Holiday Pass (WHP) or Training Employment Pass (TEP). Refer to Ministry of Manpower website for more information.}

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain exhibit areas and animal dens
Prepare daily feeding for animals
Record observations of enrichment conducted by keepers
Observe and assist keepers during commentary/guest engagement/token feeding sessions

_{The above are the generic duties for a Keeper Volunteer. Click here to find out more about the specific responsibilities for the respective Animal Care team.}

Administrative payment

Training Employment Pass Holders must make additional administrative payment of $330 (non-refundable)

Vaccinations required

Tetanus
Volunteers based at Primate sections will additional vaccination and blood tests against Hepatitis B

_{If you have taken these vaccinations before, please ensure they are still valid at the time of your volunteer period.}

Application

Apply between 1 January – 27 February, or 1 July to 31 August

Donation fee for selected applicant to Mandai Nature^* ^S$ 150

Administrative Payment for TEP holders (Non-Refundable) ^S$ 330

*Applicants who have previously volunteered 30 hours with Mandai Wildlife Group within the year will enjoy waiver

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Aquarist Volunteer

Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Night Safari or Jurong Bird Park

Pre-requisites

Be 18 years old and above
Be a Singaporean, Singapore Permanent Resident, or a Dependent’s Pass holder
Have a valid diving certification from NAUI / PADI / SSI
Able to commit to 12 sessions (4 hours each) for at least 1 year

Responsibilities

Cleaning of exhibits (both diving and non-diving)
Food preparation
Life-support system maintenance (such as cleaning of filters, system overhaul)
Scuba diving activities:
- Vacuuming and collecting organic matter;
- Wiping of viewing windows;
- Feeding session; and
- Animal handling

Vaccination required

Tetanus

_{If you have taken this vaccination before, please ensure they are still valid at the time of your volunteer period.}

On job training

Applicants who passed the interview will be required to attend 2 full days of OJT. They will also have to:
- Pass the Dive Medical Assessment conducted at the Group-appointed medical clinic (at own cost).
- Pass Dive Orientation on last day of OJT.

Application

Apply between 1 January – 27 February, or 1 July to 31 August

Donation fee for selected applicant to Mandai Nature^* ^S$ 150

*Applicants who have previously volunteered 30 hours with Mandai Wildlife Group within the year will enjoy waiver

F.A.Q Submit Application

_{This programme offers volunteers with a keen interest in wildlife medicine an opportunity to observe and participate in selected clinical procedures under supervision. At the end of the programme, volunteers will gain insights into different aspects of avian, and zoological medicine under the guidance of our veterinary team.}

Veterinary Volunteer

Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Night Safari or Jurong Bird Park

Pre-requisites

Be in a final year student of veterinary medicine course at the time of volunteer placement
Be able to commit either 4 or 8 weeks

_{Note: International applicants must be eligible to apply for Work Holiday Pass (WHP) or Training Employment Pass (TEP). Refer to Ministry of Manpower website for more information.}

Responsibilities

Record observed cases using standardised format
Interpret diagnostic tests (e.g. radiographs, hematology, biochemistry)
Monitor restraint episodes and record pertinent information such as anesthetic and physiologic parameters
Assist veterinary nurses with routine treatments and other assigned tasks
Prepare for upcoming procedures including medical record review and independent reading on unfamiliar species and techniques
Complete reading assignments
Complete a research project and present findings to the hospital and/or husbandry staff

Administrative payment

Training Employment Pass Holders must make additional administrative payment of $330 (non-refundable)

Vaccinations required

Tetanus
Volunteers based at Singapore Zoo will require additional vaccination for Rabies and Influenza

_{If you have taken these vaccinations before, please ensure they are still valid at the time of your volunteer period.}

Application

Apply between 1 January – 27 February, or 1 July to 31 August

Donation fee for selected applicant to Mandai Nature^* ^S$ 150

Administrative Payment for TEP holders (Non-Refundable) ^S$ 330

*Applicants who have previously volunteered 30 hours with Mandai Wildlife Group within the year will enjoy waiver

F.A.Q Submit Application

_{This programme offers volunteers with a keen interest in understanding research process in a zoological institution. Volunteers will have the unique opportunity to partake and engage in a range of zoo-specific research projects not limited to behavioural, nutritional and welfare science.}

Research Volunteer

Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Night Safari or Jurong Bird Park

Pre-requisites

University students taking Science-related studies in Singapore
Comfortable with an outdoor work environment
Pass a selection process
Commit 48 days within 3-month period

_{Note: Foreign students studying in Singapore who wish to apply must be eligible to work in Singapore. You can check your eligibility here.}

Responsibilities

Learn and engage in animal husbandry management practices
Design experimental designs and participate in data collection related to research project
Assist with producing technical reports and documentation
Present findings to relevant committees and key stakeholders

Vaccinations required

Tetanus
Volunteers based at Primate sections will require additional vaccination and blood tests against Influenza and Hepatitis B

_{If you have taken these vaccinations before, please ensure they are still valid at the time of your volunteer period.}

Application

Apply between 1 February - 31 March

Donation fee for selected applicant to Mandai Nature^* ^S$ 30

*Applicants who have previously volunteered 30 hours with Mandai Wildlife Group within the year will enjoy waiver

F.A.Q Submit Application