To Whom it May Concern,

I've read the information what it takes to become a zookeeper, but I still haven't seen a definitive answer. I've heard from some people in zoo careers that an internship only "counts" if it is with an AZA or ZAA accredited institution. Others have told me any exotic animal experience is adequate. I've found an internship offer on this site's list that doesn't seem to be on the AZA or ZAA accreditation lists. With it being affiliated with the AAZK, would the internship still "count" as good experience? Or is what I've been told false and any experience is good?

Any information on the matter would be great! Thank you.