• Good oral communication skills
• Enthusiasm for working with people of all ages
• Desire to gain new knowledge
• Interest in science, especially natural history, recommended, but a background in natural history, science, or teaching is not required.
• Minimum age 16, no maximum age!
• One-year commitment with available time on weekdays or weekends. (Weekday volunteers serve one, 2–3 hour shift per week; weekend volunteers serve one, 2–3 hour shift every other week.)
• Attendance at Museum orientation and training sessions. Training includes directed, independent study and research; introduction to object-based inquiry strategies and techniques; mentoring by experienced volunteers; lectures and demonstrations by Museum educators and research scientists; lab activities; and on-the-job experience.

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• 20% discount at Museum gift shops
• Free IMAX ticket each week
• Access to staff seminars and programs
• Income tax deductions for travel expenses to the museum
• Learning and having FUN!

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Find out more about current volunteer opportunities available throughout the Museum:
 

• Discovery Room
• Insect Zoo
• Butterfly Pavilion
• Behind the Scenes