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Published 11/1/25 1:58PM

Science Museum Volunteer Opportunity

SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Sacramento, CA
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    We ask our volunteers to commit to at least 6 hours of service at the museum each month. The best part is that you get to choose a schedule that works best for you!
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Education, Environment & Sustainability, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation prior to the start of volunteer service with MOSAC. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age to join!

    Description

    Science Museum Volunteer Opportunity

    Volunteers are essential to creating a fun, welcoming, and inspiring experience for our guests. From guiding visitors and supporting exhibits to helping with events and educational prep, your time makes a real difference.

    Our team is mostly made up of dedicated adults and seniors. While we do welcome teens in the summer, all teen spots are currently filled.

    Whether you can give a few hours a month or prefer to volunteer weekly, there’s a place for you at MOSAC. It’s a chance to connect, learn, and spark curiosity for yourself and others!

    2 shifts available:

    • Exhibits Shift: 10:00 to 1:00PM PST
    • Exhibits Shift: 1PM to 4PM PST

    Location

    On-site

    SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity

    400 Jibboom Street, Sacramento, California, US

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    If you are interested in volunteering, please email us at volunteer@visitmosac.org. In your email, please include...

    • Your first and last name
    • Your email
    • Days of the week that you are available
    • Category of interest for volunteering

    Thank you!

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