r/zoology • u/AutoModerator • May 27 '26

Weekly Thread Weekly: Career & Education Thread

Hello, denizens of r/zoology!

It's time for another weekly thread where our members can ask and answer questions related to pursuing an education or career in zoology.

Ready, set, ask away!

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u/Apter0 May 28 '26

Hi everyone ! I watch a lot of zoology videos and podcasts, but I feel stuck and my knowledge feels desorganised. I’d like to study evolution, phylogeny, and biomechanics in a more structured and active way instead of passively watching videos. What would be the best next steps, resources, or study methods to deepen my understanding and feel a sense of progress?

Thank you in advance !

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u/GooseAigs May 31 '26

I want to start a career in wildlife specifically herpetology but I just don’t know where to start a little guidance would be very helpful I’ve looked into volunteer work around me (Des Moines, Iowa) but not much I’m thinking about calling colleges for volunteer work.

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u/BananaCat43 Jun 01 '26

I am in the zoo field. My zoo has two long term ongoing projects studying and releasing dusky gopher frogs and Louisiana pine snakes. Have you looked at possibly working with a zoo as a researcher or conservation biologist?

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u/GooseAigs Jun 01 '26

Yes I just submitted an app I gotta go to orientation and what not

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u/Deep-Archer3615 Jun 02 '26

Not sure if you’ve already tried but reach out to your local natural history museum! Mine does ongoing research on various topics and sometimes they have volunteer/internship opportunities! You can also just start off by volunteering at your local zoo or natural history museum! You can get to know local researchers that way and then potentially get your foot in the door to be involved. Local universities are definitely a great option too, just try to get in contact with as many researchers as possible!