This summer, National Zoo educators will be hosting a week-long professional development workshop for early elementary teachers designed to show you how to integrate nature play into your school and classroom. Find more information and application instructions here.
The National Zoo and Smithsonian Environmental Research Center invites science educators to join us this summer for a half-day professional development workshop to learn how to make your classes come alive by exploring biodiversity using trail cameras.
Applications are due no later than Friday, May 30, 2025 at 5:00p.m. ET.
Learn more about our professional development options from Get a Head Start with the Smithsonian. Take your training to the next level with PD resources designed for preschool and Head Start educators by early learning experts from the Smithsonian. Learn at your own pace or view one of our recorded webinars.
We offer exciting and unique internships in different career areas, including animal care, research, education and communications. Visit the internship page to learn more.
The Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation offers hands-on conservation biology training for undergraduates, graduates, professionals, and high school students.
Interested in a career at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute? Visit the careers page to view open opportunities. Explore careers in conservation through our Career Connections videos.
