Michigan Science Center

For ages 18 and older

Click here to fill out an application 

Purpose and Goals:

Schools are returning in droves to the Michigan Science Center. We are looking for people who are available on weekday mornings to help greet, organize and speech school groups as they enter the museum. Group Greeting Ambassadors 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 group greeting ambassador?

• Maintain a friendly demeanor with school visitors as the enter the museum
• Help speech and navigate students as they exit their buses
• Help student visitors understand their days schedule and important locations for success
• Keep accurate count of students and chaperones entering the building

What qualifications do I need?

• Likes working with kids
• Public speaking skills
• Ability to lead large groups of students
• Ability to effectively communicate to staff, volunteers and student groups

Physical Requirements: 

• Able to enter a school bus
• Able to speak loudly to a group of people consistently
• Able to quickly guide large groups
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs

Department: Reservations

Staff Supervisor:  Manager of Guest Relations or designee