Teen Volunteer Program

Work closely with KID Museum staff to facilitate programming for kids age 4 - 14.

Teen Volunteers

KID Museum is looking for Teen Volunteers who enjoy working with kids and are interested in science, technology, art, design, math, or engineering.

You’ll support the work of KID Museum in our after-school programs, summer camps, and Sunday open museum hours.

Program Highlights:

Work closely with museum Maker Educators to facilitate hands-on programming for children ages 4 – 14.
Get trained in maker education, STEM and art programs, and inquiry-based learning.
Support fun and engaging maker-based activities for families.
Gain communication, leadership, and facilitation skills, as well as valuable work experience.
Earn Student Service Learning (SSL) hours.
Meet and work with other teens.

Program Information

The Basics

KID Museum Apprentices work closely with museum educators to facilitate hands-on programming for children ages 4 – 14
Apprentices are trained to teach STEM and art-related activities, and learn how to interact with museum visitors
Optional professional development sessions in a selected discipline (such as woodworking or 3D printing) are offered throughout the year

Time Commitment

Mandatory training sessions before your first shift
Fall & Spring: Minimum of 12 hours per month (broken down into 3 shifts)
Summer: Minimum of 20 hours per month
Minimum of one semester (Spring, Summer, or Fall)
During the school year, apprentices work on weekends during regular museum hours
In summer, apprentices have the option of being a camp assistant at our weekly camps

Eligibility & Requirements

Fall: All current high school students encouraged to apply.
Spring: All current high school students encouraged to apply.
Summer: All current and rising high school students encouraged to apply.
Strong interest in working with kids
Interest in STEM, art, and creativity

Apply for Spring 2025

Application Opens: October 14

Application Due Date: Friday, November 1 by 5:00 PM

Virtual Group Interviews: November 18 – 21 from 4:00-6:00 PM (30 minute interviews in groups of 3)

Onsite Training: Saturday, December 7 from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

SPRING APPLICATION HAS CLOSED

About KID Museum

KID Museum gives kids access to real tools and challenges them to address real-world problems with imagination and heart. Whether experimenting with electronics and robotics, developing an invention to protect the planet, or exploring cultures from around the globe, KID Museum empowers kids to become the creative problem-solvers and changemakers of tomorrow.

LEARN MORE