Volunteer
We're looking for volunteers, ages 14 +, to help us ignite a passion for science, technology, engineering, arts and math!
Episodic and long-term volunteers needed
Volunteer Opportunities
Teen Volunteers (Ages 14-17)
Teen volunteers assist museum staff in the galleries and in providing hands-on educational opportunities for museum guests. Learn more/Apply
Adult Volunteers (Ages 18+)
Adult volunteers can perform a number of functions at the museum, based on their interests. Learn More/Apply
Animal Care Volunteer (Ages 18+)
These volunteers assist in the museum’s Animal Care Facility and are knowledgeable and passionate about small exotic and native animals, their care, and assist in igniting a passion for conservation and biodiversity in a safe and dynamic environment. Learn More Apply
Tinkerfest 2026 Volunteer (Ages 14+)
Tinkerfest is a one day event in September. To learn more information about Tinkerfest, including how to sign up, please visit: Tinkerfest Sign Up
**Please note, you must be 14 years old or older.
Discovery Camp Counselors (Ages 14+)
Counselors assist museum educators in summer Discovery Camps. The application for Summer 2026 is closed. Applications will re-open January 6, 2027 for the following summer.
Corporate/Group Volunteers
The Museum of Discovery is an excellent location for corporations or groups to volunteer. To learn more, contact Amy Jo Walters, Human Resource Director, at awalters@museumofdiscovery.org or 501.537.3080.
Volunteer Shifts
- Shifts are two hours or more. Schedules are individualized to suit volunteers’ schedules, though we ask volunteers to commit to a minimum of four hours monthly.
- Museum hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday (and Monday when school isn’t in session) and 1-5 p.m. Sunday. We need volunteers all hours the museum is open, particularly weekday mornings in the spring.
Volunteer Orientation
Any individual who applies to become a volunteer will be required to attend a volunteer orientation.
For more information, contact Amy Jo Walters, Human Resource Director, at 501.537.3080 or awalters@museumofdiscovery.org