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 Volunteers are an essential resource of the Rochester Museum & Science Center. The involvement of hundreds of talented, committed individuals greatly extends the range, quality, and variety of RMSC programs.
Volunteers are needed in a variety of areas throughout the museum. See the descriptions below to find the best fit for your skills and talents; then download a printable form to mail in.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESDocent Program Docents share their knowledge and passion of the RMSC's collections and exhibits with our visitors. As volunteers who are trained to further the public's understanding of science, technology, the natural environment, and our region's cultural heritage docents lead visitors of all ages on tours throughout the museum. Comprehensive training is provided and includes support from an experienced docent mentor. Association meetings, lectures and workshops are held on Mondays and are a time of sharing and learning.
Docents:
- Are outgoing, enthusiastic communicators
- Are willing to learn about the museum's exhibits and collections
- Enjoy working with the museum's school groups
- Help children get excited about exploring
- Are organized, flexible, problem-solvers
- Are available weekdays for training and leading tours
Exhibit Explainer ProgramExhibit Explainers enjoy getting people excited about science, technology, cultural heritage, and the environment by working in the hands-on and traveling exhibit halls, according to their area(s) of interest.
Exhibit Explainers complement RMSC floor staff by providing additional content expertise that enhances our visitor experiences. We are looking for interested and enthusiastic volunteers to help work with school groups and the public as explainers in the museum's galleries.
New Exhibit Explainers receive thorough training on RMSC artifacts, exhibits, and galleries as well as techniques for engaging visitors in an interactive experience.
Exhibit Explainers:
- Enjoy working with children and families
- Are excited about RMSC content
- Are outgoing and willing to engage visitors in exploration and discussion
- Are available weekdays or weekends to work on the floor with RMSC visitors
Visitor Services Volunteer ProgramVisitor Services volunteers are easily accessible sources of information for our visitors. The RMSC is focused on making sure each visitor's experience at the museum is enjoyable. Visitor Services volunteers answer questions, give directions, and help create a friendly customer focused environment for visitors through direct and personal interaction.
Behind-the-Scenes Volunteers
Behind-the-Scenes volunteers who wish to contribute their time and expertise to specific areas within the museum provide assistance to RMSC staff in a variety of ways. Volunteers in the program work with staff members on both short-term and long-term projects.
Members of RMSC's Technical Advisory Group (TAG) volunteer their time and expertise to design and construct interactive exhibits.
Opportunities are generally available in the: administrative offices, library, education department, conservation lab, curatorial areas, gardening, building maintenance, marketing, etc. Placements are determined by matching volunteer qualifications, interests, knowledge, and availability with staff needs.
Upon completion of a written application and personal interview, qualified applicants are referred to staff members for consideration. The project supervisor provides training, if required. A time commitment during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, is requested for most projects.
The Behind-the-Scenes Volunteer Program accepts applications and places individuals throughout the year.
Gardening VolunteersGardening volunteers help maintain our beautiful gardens and campus. Gardening volunteers assist in the maintenance of the existing gardens. Duties may include pruning, weeding, mulching, and planting. Previous gardening experience of any sort is a bonus, but is not a requirement.
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