A Career in Zoology

Garrett | future zoologist

My name is Garrett, and I am interested in a career in Zoology. Becoming a zoologist would allow me to work with my two favorite things, animals and science.

Zoologists can do many different jobs, including research, wildlife education and rehabilitation, and being a zookeeper. Zoologists are life scientists, they can work outdoors and they get to hang out with pretty cool animals. Most zoologists work for zoos, universities and state or federal agencies. I personally would love a career researching cures for animal diseases and illnesses.

A person interested in a career in Zoology needs to be serious about their education. A career in zoology requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree. Some zoologists even have a Ph.D! It is important to have strong math skills as well as an interest in science and biology. I make straight A's in math and science because they are my two favorite subjects.

I have always been interested in animals, but as I get older I am really interested in the science behind biology. It's exciting to find how closely related humans and animals really are! We have an awesome zoo close by that I have visited since I was little. I have also been to Sea World and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. I love to fish and explore the creatures in the ocean on our vacations.

I think a career as a zoologist would be perfect for me. I haven't decided on a college yet, but I know it is essential to be successful as a zoologist. I'm doing really well in school, and I'm on the Math Science Team. I'm also active in church activities, and I currently hold a blue belt in Taekwondo. Thank you for your consideration.