Philadelphia Zoo Hiring Fair Nov. 9: Career and Seasonal Jobs at Suburban Station

PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Philadelphia Zoo is bringing its hiring team downtown next Monday. The Zoo will hold a hiring fair on Monday, November 9 at the PA CareerLink center in Suburban Station, with career and seasonal positions on the table and no registration required. If you have ever wanted to work at America's first zoo, this is a two-hour window to meet the people who do the hiring.

One morning, one Center City address, no sign-up: bring a resume and walk in.

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📍 Philadelphia Zoo Hiring Fair at a Glance

Event	Philadelphia Zoo Hiring Fair
Date	Monday, November 9, 2026
Time	10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location	PA CareerLink Philadelphia, Suburban Station, 1617 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19103
Format	In person, meet the Zoo's team
Registration	Not required
Openings	Career and seasonal positions
Questions	Suburban Station center, (215) 557-2592

💼 What the Zoo Is Hiring For

PA CareerLink Philadelphia announced the fair as a chance to explore career and seasonal positions and meet the Zoo's team. Neither the announcement nor the Zoo has published a list of specific roles or a headcount for this event, so treat it as an introduction rather than a guaranteed interview.

What the Zoo does publish is the shape of its workforce. Its careers page sorts openings into full-time, part-time and seasonal tracks. A zoo that runs year-round on Girard Avenue needs far more than animal keepers: guest services, admissions, food service, retail, grounds, maintenance and event staff all keep the gates open. Check the current postings before Monday so you can ask about a specific opening by name.

💪 Why It's Worth the Trip

The Zoo lists perks that go well past a paycheck. Per its careers page, staff get health care, a 401(k) and paid time off, plus 35% off at Zoo dining spots, 30% off most retail purchases, a free annual Zoo membership and reciprocal admission to other local cultural institutions with a Zoo ID. Qualified employees also receive complimentary tickets, and staff get a first look at LumiNature, the Zoo's holiday light show.

Pay for the roles at this fair has not been posted. Ask about it directly, along with expected hours and whether seasonal roles can turn into year-round work.

📋 How to Show Up Ready

Arrive early. The fair runs just two hours, from 10 to noon.
Bring printed resumes. A few copies, plus a list of your references.
Know your availability. Weekends and holidays matter at an attraction. Be ready to say which days you can work.
Take the train. The CareerLink center sits in Suburban Station at 16th Street and JFK Boulevard, on SEPTA Regional Rail and a short walk from City Hall.

More CareerLink Hiring Events This Month

PA CareerLink Philadelphia has posted two more employer events for November. On Tuesday, November 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., it is hosting a hiring event with the Cicely Tyson Performing Arts Center at its Northwest center, 5847 Germantown Ave., with open positions and on-site interviews. Registration is required, so call (215) 987-6503 before you go. The center is the former Logan Theatre on North Broad Street, which the Inquirer has reported is being renovated and renamed.

On Wednesday, November 18, from 10 a.m. to noon, CareerLink lists a job fair with Congreso de Latinos Unidos. A location has not been posted yet. Call 1-833-750-5627 to confirm before you go.

Looking for a bigger room? The Philadelphia Career Fair in King of Prussia on November 5 is a different event with different employers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the Philadelphia Zoo hiring fair?

Monday, November 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon at PA CareerLink Philadelphia in Suburban Station, 1617 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19103.

Do I need to register?

No. CareerLink's announcement says no registration is required.

What jobs are available?

The fair covers career and seasonal positions. No list of specific roles has been published, so review the openings on the Zoo's careers page before you go.

Can I apply if I miss the fair?

Yes. The Zoo posts full-time, part-time and seasonal openings on its careers page year-round.

What benefits does the Zoo offer?

The Zoo lists health care, a 401(k), paid time off, dining and retail discounts, and a free annual Zoo membership, among other perks.

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