Step 2 of the PW Hiring Process

You are currently viewing Step 2 of the hiring process at Pet World Lawrence.

1. Learn more about our rehoming center
2. Apply online

Please follow this Online Application link to begin your online application. You might want to use a laptop instead of your phone and please relax, take your time, and be yourself. The application has 10 questions (six are short essay) and takes most people around 45 minutes to finish. The app won't time out so take all the time you need.

PLEASE NOTE: The paid apprenticeship program is accepting applications for fish and reptile apprenticeships August 1-31, 2026. If you miss that window, your app will remain in the queue until more spots are available. Next opening will likely be January, 2026,, but could be sooner with the opening of our new Pro Shop.


F.A.Q. How do I get the job?
All new hires do a short, 5-10 hour paid internship for the end of their interview process, and then begin as part time, paid apprentices. We only offer employment to apprentices, regardless of previous experience, so completing this Applicant > to > Paid Intern > to > Apprentice process is how you get officially hired. Keep reading to learn more about the process.

3. Complete text interview
4. Complete phone interview
5. Complete observation and prescreening
6. Complete in-person or video chat
7. Complete Paid Internship
8. Complete Orientation
9. Begin Paid Apprenticeship
10. Complete Apprenticeship and officially join the team!