Volunteer as an Individual
Advocate for Wildlife
Docents and Conservation Ambassadors play an important role in creating meaningful and memorable wildlife experiences for guests. Through sharing of interesting animal facts and unique stories about the animals under our care, Docents and Conservation Ambassadors help engage and inspire our guests to care for wildlife.
Docent Programme
Available at Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Bird Paradise, and Night Safari
Core Requirements
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Strong passion for nature and wildlife preservation
- Eager to interact with guests
- Comfortable working in open-air settings
- Must pass the initial screening process
Time Commitment
- 8 to 10 weeks of weekend training
- Minimum of 2 hours per shift each month
- Requires at least a one-year active term
Key Dates
- Applications Open: February to July
- Onboarding & Training: September to December (Annually)
Donation fee for selected applicant to Mandai Nature*
S$ 150
*Applicants who have previously volunteered at least 30 hours with Mandai Wildlife Group within the year will enjoy waiver
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Conservation Ambassadors
Available at Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Bird Paradise, and Night Safari
Pre-requisites
- Between 15 – 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
Time Commitment
- 2 full days of training
- Upon successful evaluation, commit monthly duty of 2 hours per session for at least a year
Recruitment
- Once a year
Donation fee for selected applicant to Mandai Nature*
S$ 35
*Applicants who have previously volunteered at least 30 hours with Mandai Wildlife Group within the year will enjoy waiver
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Animal Care
Animal care volunteers support our staff with essential daily tasks, gaining valuable hands-on experience in wildlife husbandry while making a direct impact at Mandai Wildlife Reserve.
Keeper Volunteer
Available at Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Bird Paradise, and Night Safari
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 18 years
- Previous animal care background OR at least 24 hours of existing service as a Docent/Ambassador with us
- Available to serve 5 days a week for a minimum of 4 weeks
Note: Foreign applicants need a valid Work Holiday Pass. Please review the Ministry of Manpower guidelines for details.
Duties
- Sanitize and manage animal habitats and enclosures
- Assist with diet preparation
- Document animal responses to enrichment activities
- Support staff during token feeding and public engagement sessions
Mandatory Vaccinations
- Tetanus
- Volunteers assigned to Primate areas must undergo blood testing and Hepatitis B vaccination
Please verify that your previous vaccination records remain active for the duration of your service.
Application Windows
- Submit requests between January 1 – February 27 or July 1 – August 31
Veterinary and Research
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
Based at Singapore Zoo or Bird Paradise
Pre-requisites
Veterinary Volunteer
- Be a practicing/licensed vet
- Be able to commit at least 1 week (5 days)
Veterinary Student Volunteer
- Be a final year student of veterinary medicine course at the time of volunteer placement
- Be able to commit either 2 or 4 weeks
Note: International applicants must be eligible to apply for Work Holiday Pass (WHP). 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
Vaccinations required
- Tetanus
- Influenza
- Volunteers based at Singapore Zoo will require additional vaccination for Rabies
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 – 28 February or 1 July – 31 August
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.
Student Research Volunteer
Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Bird Paradise or Night Safari
Pre-requisites
- University students taking Science-related studies in Singapore
- Comfortable with an outdoor work environment
- 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 on the Ministry of Manpower website.
Responsibilities
- Learn and engage in animal husbandry management practices
- 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 April – 31 May
