Career questions tagged zoology


Animal care studying abroad ?
What is available for studying abroad for animal care degrees such as vet tech or wildlife biologists? What are the requirements and can I do studying abroad for college instead of during high school?

Do I have to do both minor and major zoology if I want to become a Zookeeper?
My big dream is to become a Zookeeper, and even a little fashion on the side.


What path did you take to get into conservation?
I want to get into conservation and wildlife rehab. I'd like a few pointers to help me get started in the right direction. #spring25


Wildlife Biologists, what was the most important thing you did outside of highschool/college that prepared you for your career?
Highschool Senior

What do I need to do to prepare for studying to be a large animal veterinarian?
What do I need to do to prepare for studying to be a large animal veterinarian?

What tips do you have for getting a job in wildlife management and conservation in the current job market?
With all of the current cuts being made to national parks and conservation jobs, the market is saturated with qualified candidates. I don't graduate for 2 years but want to prepare for a challenging market.




How can studying zoology as a career help in understanding animal behavior, and how can the skills gained in the military be useful in wildlife conservation or animal research ?
I have done a little military and want to know any tips or advice on this.


How can I ask to volunteer at a zoo?
So, there is this zoo at my region which Ihavw always wanted to volunteer and even work part time but I don't have the courage to ask to do so I feel like it is weird for me to just walk up and ask for a position. How can I make myself to build up the courage to ask for a position or even volunteer. Any tips would be appreciated.

What should i pursue in the Animal field without financial stress?
Hi, my name is Kylie and I am interested in a career with animals, I am not sure what I want to do yet but I am leaning more towards vet tech, animal rehab, or a zoo keeper, I am more interested in hands on training or helping than being a vet. Can I have any of the jobs without financial stress? What other jobs might be good?



Can an autistic artist become an animator while also being a zoologist?
Hello, I am interested in becoming an animator in the animation industry as an autism advocate. However, with the rise of layoffs, AI, alongside other problems in the industry, I am trying to find a backup plan to have in case I am not able to make into the industry. I am thinking of becoming a zoologist but being an autistic person who is afraid of getting hurt, I am unsure if I want to become one or not. (For those who are in zoology or are zoologists, geologists, etc.) Is it possible for someone to become a zoologist while educating those with autism in the animation industry? Can a zoologist be a backup plan in case things go awry? What majors should I take to learn on how to become one?



What is most difficult about zoology??
I am looking forward to this career in the future and I wanna know more!







What are your typical work hours How many hours a week? What is your start and end time??
I am a sophmore in high school and looking at going into zoology or being in some type of therapy. I want to try to and figure out my major before making applications next year and curious how much time of my week would be dedicated to either job and when throughout the day/week would be dedicated.

What skills are necessary for your job?
I am a sophmore in high school and looking at going into zoology or being in some type of therapy. I want to try to and figure out my major before making applications next year and curious what skills I would need for either of those jobs.