Employment
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory employees are employed by the City of St. Paul, through the Department of Parks and Recreation.
Current Openings At Como
Please check the City of Saint Paul for the most up-to-date job openings.
Apprenticeships – Not Available At This Time
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory features many fascinating connections between humans, plants, and animals. We currently offer two different paid year-long Apprenticeships through St Paul’s Right Track program.
Our Zookeeper Apprentices will gain career learning in animal husbandry, data collection, and food preparation as well as ongoing professional skills trainings.
Our Horticulture Apprentices will gain career learning in plant maintenance, greenhouse production, and preparing floral displays as well as ongoing professional skills trainings.
Before getting started, please note that we are looking for candidates:
- 18- 24 years old
- Residing in the City of St Paul
- Experiencing a barrier to employment or belonging to a cost burdened household
- Pursuing a career or degree in a related field of study
