Do you want to be a diver in the Caribbean Reef? Point out Shedd’s most happening animals to guests? Want to help behind the scenes in our labs or in the animal-care departments? Do you want to clean the otter habitat? (We have something for everyone!)

We look for people who are passionate about Shedd. . . and our animals.  People who are committed and responsible.

There’s a bunch of perks that go along with volunteering at Shedd, like free admission, discounts at our restaurants and stores, free classes — and a great annual volunteer bash. 

From future ichthyologists (those are fish scientists) to folks who just want to get their feet wet in the world of Shedd — we have hundreds of volunteer opportunities.