NORFOLK, Va. — The Virginia Zoo is hosting a job fair!
On March 23 from 9 a.m. to noon qualified candidates are welcome to apply for several positions.
The zoo is looking for a train engineer, gift shop and retail employees, and catering and food service candidates. They currently do not have any animal-related positions available.
Anyone interested in attending the job fair needs to bring a resume. When arriving at the zoo, candidates could check in at the front entrance.
A background check will be required.
The Virginia Zoo is also looking for individuals to be a train engineer for a day! Guests will get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to be part of the zoo's attraction.
Tickets to be a train engineer for the day is $89 for members and $99 for non-members.
As the Train Engineer of the Day, you will receive:
- An honorary train engineer license
- Five FREE train rides to use throughout the year
- The opportunity to work alongside the Norfolk Southern Express’ engineer as they conduct safety checks and morning maintenance
- Train whistle blowing privileges for the morning’s first departure
- An announcement of their name over the PA system as Engineer for the Day
- An engineer’s cap, bandana and train whistle
- Recognition at the Beazley Foundation Train Station as the Engineer of the Day
- A certificate as a reminder of your special day
- Admission for engineer and one guest. Additional guests may be added for additional cost.
To register to be an engineer for the day, CLICK HERE or contact the membership department at 757.441.2374 x 222 with questions.
Click here to learn more about the Virginia Zoo.
