Volunteers: The Heart of The Tech

Each volunteer is a key component of The Tech's mission to inspire the innovator in everyone. We do this through exhibits, content and programs that encourage hands-on learning.

Volunteers are required to attend a 90-minute orientation session and, for those who volunteer in our galleries, a three-hour museum exhibits training session. We offer these sessions on the second and fourth Saturday of each month.

Want to learn more? Send an email to volunteer@thetech.org.

Adult and high school volunteer applications are now open!

Volunteer Benefits

Volunteers at The Tech receive an array of benefits, including:

Free museum entry
Free admission to educational IMAX films
Free downtown parking while you work
Free soda and popcorn each shift
Discounts in The Tech Store, The Tech Cafe and special-event IMAX films.

Questions? Send an email to volunteer@thetech.org.

Why Volunteer?

The Tech simply could not exist without our volunteers, who provide invaluable service to our community by contributing their talents, knowledge, skills, enthusiasm and energy to our educational programs. And our volunteers love spending time at The Tech. Here are a few of their comments:

“I always have a great time when I come to the museum. ... People are amazing, and I mean everybody: managers, staff and volunteers. I appreciate all you have done for me since I was accepted to be part of The Tech team.” — Mariana Dias

“The Tech, in addition to being my favorite place I have volunteered, has helped me grow in a variety of ways, and I'm honored to have been able to contribute to its enriching community.” — Ansel Blume

“Being a Tech Museum volunteer was the most delightful volunteer experience I have had. Seeing the effort to cultivate science, curiosity and eagerness to learn in young minds is very encouraging.” — Isiksu Buyuker

“The best part of being a Tech volunteer was being surrounded by people who shared my love for science! I learned a lot from the guests, other volunteers and the trainers.” — Siran Pabla

Adult Volunteers

The Tech is looking for outgoing, enthusiastic volunteers who have a comfortable command of English and are 18 or older. Knowledge of science and technology isn't required, but the desire to help inspire the innovator in everyone is!

Weekday exhibit interpreter: These volunteers engage and interact with our guests and interpret exhibits and programs. There are two shifts: 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and 12:30 to 5 p.m. We ask for a commitment of two shifts per month for a minimum of six months, though many of our volunteers end up staying with us for longer.

Evening events volunteer: Interested volunteers must be at least 21 years old and be available to assist us after 5 p.m. We ask for a minimum commitment of two events per month.

Guest greeter: These friendly and outgoing volunteers greet guests as they enter the museum. The shift is Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers for this position must be able to stand for extended periods. We ask for a commitment of at least two shifts per month for a minimum of six months.

Apply today!

Corporate Group Volunteers

Done-in-a-Day corporate volunteer program: We encourage corporations to bring groups of two to 20 employees to engage young people in science, technology, engineering and math activities on the museum floor. We have half-day (4-hour) and full-day (7-hour) activities.

Inquire today by contacting Talance Orme at torme@thetech.org. Priority for special activities and dates is given to our corporate partners.

The Tech Challenge, presented by Dell: This annual engineering design program for students in Grades 4-12 introduces and reinforces the engineering design process with a hands-on team project geared toward solving a real-world problem.

The Tech Challenge provides corporate employees the opportunity to engage deeply with young people interested in science, technology, engineering and math, and to encourage them to pursue careers in these fields.

During showcase weekend, hundreds of corporate volunteers provide judging and event support. We have half-day, full-day and two-day volunteering opportunities.

If you are interested in volunteering at the 2019 event, please email volunteertc@thetech.org.

High School Student Volunteers

This program works extraordinarily well for both The Tech and our young volunteers: We love the energy and enthusiasm they bring to the museum. They love the knowledge they gain about science and technology, the experience they get engaging visitors, and the credits they earn to fulfill school requirements.

Candidates must be 15-18 years old, have a comfortable command of English and be able to follow our dress code. Knowledge of science and technology isn’t required, but the desire to help inspire the innovator in everyone is! Due to overwhelming interest, we are not always able to find a spot for each applicant. Applications are kept on file for six months.

High school weekend volunteers must be able to engage and interact with museum guests. Candidates must be willing to volunteer for at least two shifts per month either morning (9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.) or afternoon (12:30 to 5 p.m.) for a minimum of six months.

Holiday Helper – High School Gallery Interpreter Volunteer: This volunteer position is perfect for students who are friendly and engaging and available to volunteer during the holidays. To be eligible for this short-term volunteer position volunteers need to be available to help us in the morning (9:30 a.m.–1 p.m.) or the afternoon (12:30–5 p.m.) for at least 11 of the 19 dates listed below. Outstanding candidates may be invited to continue their volunteer service with us for other opportunities.

Available dates: Friday, 11/23; Monday, 12/17; Tuesday, 12/18; Wednesday, 12/19; Thursday 12/20; Friday, 12/21; Saturday, 12/22; Sunday 12/23; Monday, 12/24; Wednesday, 12/26; Thursday 12/27; Friday, 12/28; Saturday 12/29; Sunday, 12/30; Monday, 12/31; Tuesday, 1/1; Wednesday, 1/2; Thursday, 1/3; Friday, 1/4.

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Internships

All internship positions have been filled at this time. Please check back soon for future internship opportunities.