Zoo or aquarium volunteering
Moody Gardens Society for the Advancement of Volunteer Youth (SAVY)
Moody Gardens Society for the Advancement of Volunteer Youth (SAVY) is a volunteer program run by Moody Gardens in Galveston, TX. Open to: ages 13 to 17.
- Who can join
- Ages 13 to 17
- minimum age posted
- Status
- Not stated
- Season
- Not posted
- Cost
- Not posted
About the program
SAVY is Moody Gardens' teen volunteer program in Galveston for students ages 13 to 17.
Teens assist staff and gain experience in career fields including biology and education at the aquarium, rainforest, and other attractions.
Key facts
- Run by
- Moody Gardens
- Where
- Galveston, TX
- Who can join
- Ages 13 to 17Students 13 to 17 years of age.
- Commitment
- Not posted
- Applications
- Not posted
- Cost
- Not posted
- To apply
- Application form
- Letter of recommendation from a non-relative
- Most recent report card
- Personal interview
Making the most of it on a college application
- Stay long enough to take on more responsibility, such as a second year or training new volunteers.
- Keep a log of hours and a few specific moments. They become the activities list entry and, often, an essay.
- Pair it with something that shows the same interest from another side, such as a class, a competition, or a summer program.
Email me the Society for the Advancement of Volunteer Youth (SAVY) details
A link to this page, with the age rule and application window, plus similar programs.
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Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to join Moody Gardens Society for the Advancement of Volunteer Youth (SAVY)?
Ages 13 to 17. Students 13 to 17 years of age.
What do you need to apply?
Application form, Letter of recommendation from a non-relative, Most recent report card, Personal interview.
Sources and method
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