Volunteer
Looking for a Fulfilling Volunteer Opportunity?
If you are searching for a great way to give back to your community by working with like-minding individuals in one of Lancaster County’s best mission-based organizations, consider North Museum of Nature and Science. Our skilled volunteers enjoy a wide variety of opportunities and benefits.
How Can You Help?
Adults, retirees, and students age 15 and up serve in a variety of capacities including Museum Guide, Planetarium Presenter or Operator, Front Desk Administration, Graphic Design Assistant, Photographer/Videographer, STEM Sisters Coordinator, Live Animal Room Associate, Education and Outreach Programs Coordinator, Fundraising Associate, Exhibit and Collections Assistant, Special Event Associate, and more.
Museum Volunteer Benefits
- Unlimited access to special exhibitions during museum hours
- 10% savings in Museum Gift Shop
- Invitation to annual volunteer recognition event
- Work experience and training
- Reference and recommendation for future employment
- Making new friends and having fun!
Museum Volunteer Expectations
- Be reliable in attendance and punctual
- Abide by museum policies
- Attend training required for your volunteer position
- Collaborate with staff and other volunteers
- Be at least 15 years old
How Do You Become a North Museum Volunteer?
- Download and complete the volunteer application. A printed application may also be picked up at the front desk or mailed to you.
- Fill out the application and return it to Kate Wilson, Senior Manager, Visitor & Volunteer Services, kwilson@northmuseum.org, or snail mail to
North Museum of Nature and Science
C/O Kate Wilson
400 College Avenue
Lancaster, PA 17603
- Applicants 18 years or older are required to submit a PA Criminal Record Check certificate and PA Child Abuse History Certification certificate dated within the past 5 years
- Upon receiving your completed application, you will be called in for a brief interview and tour of the Museum where you will discuss volunteer opportunities with staff.
We Look Forward to Having You on Our Team!
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