I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Brookfield Zoo Chicago (Brookfield, IL) in Jan 2016
Interview
Super easy interview. We met in a group and were then dispersed for individual interviews. Lasted about 20 minutes, depending on how long you talked. Anyone with basic communication skills will do well. The whole thing took maybe 1 hour, if that.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Brookfield Zoo Chicago (Brookfield, IL) in Apr 2020
Interview
Very simple and easy. Friendly employers looking for friendly employees. If you show up every day with a smile on your face and a willingness to help you will do just fine in this job.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Brookfield Zoo Chicago (Brookfield, IL) in Feb 2016
Interview
-they called me back quickly, they do so during peak seasons
-went in for an interview, with a large group, and hiring managers called us in one by one
-background check
-one week later I had orientation
-taught us about the zoo, gave a tour, gave us uniforms, brought in some goats (literally), and group convos
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Name a time you were faced with a difficult situation with another person and how did you handle it?