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There are many ways you can support the Sciencenter’s mission to inspire excitement for science through interactive exhibits and programs that engage, educate, and empower.

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Volunteer Information

Sciencenter volunteers enjoy working flexible hours in an energetic, family-friendly environment. Volunteers receive full orientation and training and have opportunities to grow with the organization. The Sciencenter welcomes volunteers regardless of whether they’re science aficionados or not. If you have an upbeat and positive attitude, strong oral communication skills, and a passion for learning and teaching, then consider applying to become a Sciencenter volunteer today!

Our next training and orientation sessions will be held on:

Sunday, October 15 from 9-11:30 am

Before you are eligible for a training session, you must:

Fill out an application
Complete an explore session (a 20 – 30 minute self-guided exploration of the museum)
Have completed a successful interview

Training and orientations are held monthly. Contact Judy Ammack, Volunteer Manager, at jammack@sciencenter.org.

Volunteer Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Sciencenter.

“Bluecoat” Museum Floor Staff: Enhance the guest experience by facilitating interactions with exhibits and helping to maintain a safe, clean museum environment for all. All volunteers begin as bluecoats and have the opportunity to grow within the organization
Special Events: Volunteers are generally needed Monday-Saturday during the day. Shifts are typically 2-4 hours in length. Events include, but are not limited to Spooky Science, NanoDays, and school breaks.
Museum Programming Internship: An internship with the Sciencenter Education team is a fun, interactive, and creative way of exploring science education with a variety of audiences.
Work Study: Complete all necessary paperwork with your college/university.

If you are interested in learning more about volunteer opportunities, please email Judy Ammack, Volunteer Manager, at jammack@sciencenter.org.

Group Volunteer Opportunities

The Sciencenter has select opportunities throughout the year. For more information, please email Judy Ammack, Volunteer Manager, at jammack@sciencenter.org. Please note that requests to volunteer within the same week may not be possible.

Employment

NOW HIRING SENIOR DIRECTOR OF MUSEUM ENVIRONMENTS

The Sciencenter, a hands-on science museum in Ithaca, NY, seeks a high energy individual to serve as the Senior Director of Museum Environments. The Senior Director of Museum Environments is responsible for the development of new Sciencenter exhibit products/environments from concept to design, fabrication, and maintenance. Click here for complete position details and application instructions.

NOW HIRING EXHIBIT FABRICATOR

The Sciencenter, a hands-on science museum in Ithaca, NY, seeks a high energy individual to serve as Exhibit Fabricator. The Exhibit Fabricator is a member of the Sciencenter’s Museum Environments Division and participates in various projects by building, testing exhibit prototypes, constructing final exhibits and install/take down exhibitions while maintaining in-house exhibits. Click here for complete position details and application instructions.

NOW HIRING BOOKKEEPER/ACCOUNTANT

The Sciencenter, a hands-on science museum in Ithaca, NY, seeks a high energy individual to serve as Bookkeeper/Accountant. The Bookkeeper/Accountant is part of the Sciencenter’s Finance and Administration Division and will assist in performing the Sciencenter’s bookkeeping, accounting, and grants accounting functions. Click here for complete position details and application instructions.

More About Ithaca, NY

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