Join the Air Zoo team!
If you would like to be considered for any of the open positions listed below, please follow the instructions at the the end of each posting. The Air Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applications are held for 90 days.
FULL-TIME POSITIONS
PART-TIME POSITIONS
INTERN & VOLUNTEER
Full-Time Positions
Part-Time Positions
Position Title: Guest Experience Ambassador
Supervisor: Guest Experience Manager
Status: Part-time; non-exempt
Position Objectives:
The Guest Experience Ambassador (GEA) position has direct contact with our Guests. They set the stage and atmosphere for our Guests visits. Ride Operator GEA staff are responsible for safely operating all of the Air Zoo attractions while ensuring our Guests have the best experience possible during their visit. Point of Sale GEA staff process admission tickets and membership sales, answer phones, work in retail, and assist our Guests. Safety, customer service, professionalism and accuracy are the priority.
What we are looking for:
- Ability to come to work as scheduled and on time.
- Availability that is consistent from week to week including weekend days (can be adjusted by semester)
- Availability to work some evenings, including weekends (premium pay)
- Availability to work on holidays (premium pay)
- Ability to engage customers by smiling, talking and helping people to have fun
- Ability to learn about the Air Zoo so you can share that excitement with our guests
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Applying is easy! You can submit your application through our online form, or you can download this smart application and submit it online to careers@airzoo.org or in person at the Air Zoo. You can also pick up applications at the Air Zoo's front desk. Questions regarding the position can be sent to careers@airzoo.org.
Position Title: Part-time Educator
Supervisor: Education Manager
Status: Part-time; non-exempt
Position Objectives:
The part-time educator is responsible for delivering exciting, high-quality educational programs to schools, families, and adult groups. This position offers a unique opportunity to practice a wide range of skills, lead innovative, interdisciplinary activities, and connect people of all ages to the STEAM disciplines while delivering educational programs for the Air Zoo. The part-time educator is an energetic, dependable, individual who likes working with people and inspiring others to learn about science and is instrumental in strengthening guests’ awareness and appreciation of the Air Zoo.
What we are looking for:
- Ability to come to work as scheduled and on time
- Flexible scheduling (including weekends, evenings, and holiday’s)
- Experience with STEAM learning
- Experience Leading a classroom
- Someone who is passionate and innovative in the field of Education
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@airzoo.org.
Position Title: Retail Sales Associate (Fly Buy Retail Store)
Supervisor: Retail Manager
Status: Part-time; non-exempt, hourly
Position Objectives:
To provide accurate, efficient processing of retail functions. Assist in extending a powerful positive guest experience while providing income for the ongoing support of the museum and its programs.
What we are looking for:
- Ability to come to work as a scheduled and on time.
- Availability that is consistent week to week including weekends and holiday’s (can be adjusted by semester)
- Ability to engage customers by smiling, talking, and helping people have a memorable and FUN experience
- Responsible person to be a leader on the retail floor and make an impact on our customers
- A can-do and will-do positive attitude
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Applying is easy! You can submit your application through our online form, or you can download this smart application and submit it online to careers@airzoo.org or in person at the Air Zoo. You can also pick up applications at the Air Zoo's front desk. Questions regarding the position can be sent to careers@airzoo.org.
Internship and Volunteer Opportunities
The Air Zoo has many internship and volunteer opportunities available that cover a broad range of majors and interests.
Please note: Due to the current state of affairs (COVID-19) we are not actively onboarding interns. Interested parties may still submit requests and they will be held until normal operations are back in place.
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- Archive Intern: Assist with numbering and labeling, accessioning, refiling, and data entry.
- Curatorial Intern: Assist with aerospace research, writing, data organization, and inventory.
- Development Intern: Assist with grant writing, research, reports, data entry, and special events.
- Digital Assets Intern: Assist with describing and digitizing photos, and inventorying data.
- Education Volunteer: Assists the lead educator with program needs.
- Graphic Intern: Assist with artwork creation, design layout, photo manipulation, etc.
- Photo/Video Intern: Assist with capturing and editing photos and video, asset organization, etc.
- Social Media Intern: Assist the management of the Air Zoo's social media platforms.
For more information, contact Careers@airzoo.org or by phone via 269.350.2815.
We are always looking for interns and volunteers! If you'd like to volunteer for the Air Zoo, please check out our volunteer page.
The Air Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.