Guest Engagement Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers support the Museum in several roles, including Guest Engagement, Facilitators, and Special Events.
We accept applications, conduct interviews, and host orientations for these positions four times a year. Applications for Guest Engagement, Facilitator, Special Events, and Piano Volunteer positions are open and closed on the dates below. If you are interested in a summer-only opportunity for any of these roles, please apply by May 5 to allow enough time for participation in the June 5 orientation.
Applicants must complete the following steps.
- Apply by completing the appropriate application.
- Complete Required Forms and Training
- Attend an onsite New Volunteer Orientation
Session 1
Opens: Friday, February 7
Closes: Monday, March 3
Session 2
Opens: Monday, April 14
Closes: Monday, May 5
Session 3
Opens: Monday, June 30
Closes: Monday, July 21
Session 4
Opens: Monday, September 8
Closes: Monday, September 29
Explore Guest Engagement Volunteer Opportunities

Guest Engagement Volunteer
Be part of the excitement as a Guest Engagement Volunteer, where every shift is a chance to create memorable experiences for our guests! Whether scanning gallery tickets, greeting guests with a warm welcome, assisting at the Information Desk, or guiding guests through the Museum as a Wayfinder, you’ll play a key role in bringing the Museum to life. Join us and make every visit extraordinary for our guests!

Facilitator
Step into the exciting role of a Facilitator and spark curiosity with Museum guests! Facilitators lead content-based discovery and interactive exploration through activities like Exploration Station carts and specialized roles like gallery facilitation. With over 60 Facilitator shifts available daily in areas like Space Odyssey, Expedition Health, Prehistoric Journey, Temporary Exhibits, After the Asteroid, and Teen Rex, there's always an opportunity to engage, inspire and ignite curiosity. No experience necessary!

Special Events Volunteer
This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved with DMNS, especially if you have a limited or changing schedule. Special event volunteers support the Museum by assisting with Member Open House, Free Days and Nights, Temporary Exhibit Member Evening Events, Science Lounge, and more! While many of these events occur in the evening, there are opportunities at other times. Volunteers assist with wayfinding, ticket scanning, and at the information desk, as needed, depending on the event. This position requires a minimum of 6 shifts a year.

Piano Player Volunteer
Share your love of music with our Museum guests! As a Piano Player Volunteer, you’ll bring the Museum to life by performing on our beautiful Steinway piano. Shifts are two hours long, but if you’re inspired, you can sign up for four shifts per week. Join us and help create a magical atmosphere for everyone to enjoy!