Michigan Science Center

For ages 18 and older

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Purpose and Goals:

Mi-Sci has a number of exhibits that feature various interactive and immersive learning experiences in relation to many Science topics! Is there an exhibit you love, or topic you love to talk about that we display at Mi-Sci? Mi-Sci is looking for Learning Ambassador to patrol exhibits, help facilitate the use of those exhibits and engage guests with facts and knowledge about our exhibits! This volunteer role takes place in our main exhibit spaces, volunteers must have availability during open hours from Tuesday - Sunday in order to take up this role.  We expect volunteers to have a commitment of at least 5 hours a month to maintain their volunteering role at the Michigan Science Center.

What will I do as a learning ambassador?

• Engage with guests in our current travelling exhibit, Towers of Tomorrow, and inspire them to innovate and build
• Engage guests in specific galleries that you are passionate about
• Engage guests with hands-on activities and demos that inspire learning
• Facilitation within the Smithsonian Spark!Lab, assisting staff with activity prep, facilitation and engaging guests to be inventive
• Potential activity, lesson plan or exhibit guide writing to create content that is exciting and new

What qualifications do I need? 

• Ability to confidently speak to crowds of people and to individual groups
• Basic knowledge of K-12 scientific concepts
• Classroom or lesson plan writing experience (optional)

Physical Requirements:

• Standing for prolonged periods of time
• Lifting up to 30 lbs

Department: Learning Programs

Staff Supervisor: Manager of Public Programs or designee