Do you love making things, tinkering with objects, building with mechanical parts, or experimenting with electronics? How about sharing your passion for making things with others? Pacific Science Center seeks creative volunteers to assist inside a brand-new Maker Space. This prototype Maker Space is named The Lab. The Lab aims to inspire visitors of all ages to make - using their hands, provided tools, and imaginations!
Maker Space Facilitator Volunteers will test new experiential open-ended maker activities with the public inside The Lab. They will also have the chance to help shape this prototype space by providing valuable feedback and ideas at planning meetings. Additional duties include guest greeting, managing crowd control, assisting with rule enforcement and more! Creative, outgoing, and enthusiastic individuals that like sharing with others are well suited for this position. We ask that volunteers make a minimum 6-month commitment, as well as be available for at least two shifts a month. The Lab is scheduled to open July 5.
TO APPLY: Apply
online at the bottom of the volunteer page, here.
Reports To: Manager of Exhibit Development
Time Commitment: At least 2 shifts per month for a minimum of 6 months. Ideally volunteers will commit to one shift a week. Volunteers will also be invited to contribute at additional planning meetings.
Schedule: Volunteers are scheduled on Fridays from 12:30 pm – 5 pm
Training: Volunteers must attend an all-day training on Friday, June 28
Job Duties
• Facilitate activities for children, families and the general public around making things (activities may include gravity maze, aerodynamics, origami and more!)
• Welcome visitors to The Lab
• Maintain a safe environment within The Lab and ensure it is neat and clean for visitors
• Assist visitors by providing directions to specific locations and exhibits
• Prep activity materials
• Attend and contribute during periodic The Lab trainings and planning meetings
• Other duties as assigned
Required
• Enjoy interacting with children, families, and the general public
• Passion for making things through robotics, electronics, metalworking, woodworking, sewing, or arts and crafts and an enthusiasm for learning new skills
• Attend agreed upon trainings
• Commit to at least 6-months and to volunteer a minimum of 2-shifts a month
• 18+ years old
• Pass a criminal background check
• Provide three references (one or more being a professional reference)
Abilities and Personal Characteristics
• Creative and enthusiastic to learn new maker activities
• Courteous professional manner
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and flexibility should difficult situations arise
• Excellent oral communication skills
• Ability to present oneself in a professional manner with regards to personal appearance and hygiene
• Smiling team player, with a pleasant disposition and service orientation
Pacific Science Center inspires a lifelong interest in science, math and technology by engaging diverse communities through interactive and innovative exhibits and programs.
Pacific Science Center is an equal-opportunity employer.
We value diversity and it is expressed in all aspects, from the people and communities we serve to our organizational culture and our employees.
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Web Design/Development Internship - Portal to the Public Department (unpaid)
Pacific Science Center’s Portal to the Public department has an exciting internship opportunity for an experienced and creative student. The intern will help maintain the Science Center’s existing Portal to the Public website and participate in the expansion of the website that will add more interactive components to better connect the network of Portal to the Public sites across the country. At the internships conclusion, the intern will have gained marketable web skills and expanded their professional portfolio.
Portal to the Public Network (PoPNet) is a project to help other museums and science centers develop partnerships and programs with scientists in their community. All members of the network run professional development for scientists and host public programs featuring scientists. With funding from an IMLS and an NSF grant, we are creating a network of institutions that collaborate and share resources with each other. By 2015, over 40 institutions will have created programs that bring scientists together with public audiences in informal face-to-face conversations. For more information, including a list of all sites and resources used in this project, please visit the Portal to the Public website.
Reports to: Portal to the Public Program Specialist
Position Start Date: June 2013 or sooner
Position End Date: Six-month commitment, though ideal candidates will be open to extending internship
Time Commitment: Flexible, ideally 8 hours a week or more with the opportunity to work remotely
Job Duties
• Create a Joomla! and JomSocial instruction manual with best practices and how to’s for non-technical users in the Portal to the Public department
• Work in the Joomla! and JomSocial systems to add widgits/plug-ins for enhanced features such as photos, video embedding, and update current pages with new content
• Communicate with hosting company to activate said features and achieve appropriate design concepts and content consistency
• Other duties as assigned
Learning Opportunities
• Develop professional experience interfacing with a large hosting company
• Gain familiarity/deepen understanding of open-source content management systems
• Create and try out web functions to increase usability for a national network’s website
• Strengthen communication skills through interactions with Pacific Science Center staff
• Demonstrate leadership skills while working in a team environment
• Gain insight into the inner-workings of a busy department with a demanding work-load
Position Requirements
• Must be a currently enrolled student, ideal candidates will have completed coursework in web design
• Experience with content management systems such as Joomla, Drupal, or Wordpress a plus
• Experience with HTML and CSS is desired
• Portfolio with web design skills and experience
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Must be able to communicate both with web-proficient users and non-proficient users
• An interest in education, science, and/or museums
• A desire to learn how a network builds and grows
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience editing, writing, and/or strong grammar skills
• Track record of working well within a team environment
• Courteous professional manner
• Smiling team player, with a pleasant disposition and service orientation
• Must be able to provide 3 references and pass a background check
TO APPLY: Email a cover letter and resume to volunteers@pacsci.org with the title “Portal to the Public Web Design/Development Internship.”
Portal to the Public Network (PoPNet) is a project to help other museums and science centers develop partnerships and programs with scientists in their community. All members of the network run professional development for scientists and host public programs featuring scientists. With funding from an IMLS and an NSF grant, we are creating a network of institutions that collaborate and share resources with each other. By 2015, over 40 institutions will have created programs that bring scientists together with public audiences in informal face-to-face conversations. For more information, including a list of all sites and resources used in this project, please visit the Portal to the Public website.
Reports to: Portal to the Public Program Specialist
Position Start Date: June 2013 or sooner
Position End Date: Six-month commitment, though ideal candidates will be open to extending internship
Time Commitment: Flexible, ideally 8 hours a week or more with the opportunity to work remotely
Job Duties
• Create a Joomla! and JomSocial instruction manual with best practices and how to’s for non-technical users in the Portal to the Public department
• Work in the Joomla! and JomSocial systems to add widgits/plug-ins for enhanced features such as photos, video embedding, and update current pages with new content
• Communicate with hosting company to activate said features and achieve appropriate design concepts and content consistency
• Other duties as assigned
Learning Opportunities
• Develop professional experience interfacing with a large hosting company
• Gain familiarity/deepen understanding of open-source content management systems
• Create and try out web functions to increase usability for a national network’s website
• Strengthen communication skills through interactions with Pacific Science Center staff
• Demonstrate leadership skills while working in a team environment
• Gain insight into the inner-workings of a busy department with a demanding work-load
Position Requirements
• Must be a currently enrolled student, ideal candidates will have completed coursework in web design
• Experience with content management systems such as Joomla, Drupal, or Wordpress a plus
• Experience with HTML and CSS is desired
• Portfolio with web design skills and experience
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Must be able to communicate both with web-proficient users and non-proficient users
• An interest in education, science, and/or museums
• A desire to learn how a network builds and grows
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience editing, writing, and/or strong grammar skills
• Track record of working well within a team environment
• Courteous professional manner
• Smiling team player, with a pleasant disposition and service orientation
• Must be able to provide 3 references and pass a background check
TO APPLY: Email a cover letter and resume to volunteers@pacsci.org with the title “Portal to the Public Web Design/Development Internship.”
Saturday, March 2, 2013
Youth Program Mentorship Intern – Discovery Corps (Unpaid)
Discovery Corps is a youth development program that places high school aged youth on the front line of our mission to inspire a lifelong interest in science, math and technology. The program consists of a system of training and assessment leading to increased levels of responsibility, pay and skill. Youth participants gain job and life skills while volunteering and working to provide Science Center visitors with a unique interactive experience. The program is designed to support youth from the time they enter the program until they graduate from high school or an academically equivalent program.
Pacific Science Center seeks an Intern to help mentor Discovery Corps youth from diverse backgrounds, plan engaging events and assist with operational support while acting as a role model for participants. The Intern will play a critical role during the busy summer season, when there are up to 70 Discovery Corps participants to support. At the internship’s conclusion, the intern will have gained valuable youth development and mentorship skills.
Reports To: Discovery Corps Coordinator and Manager
Position Start Date: Mid-June, 2013
Position End Date: Ideal candidates will commit for 10 weeks
Time Commitment: Flexible, ideally 9 - 15 hours a week with possible weekend shifts
Job Duties
• Mentor Discovery Corps youth
• Brainstorm, plan and host social events, workshops, youth-facilitated discussions and field trips
• Support individual youth as they work on special projects – these projects may include writing articles for the program newsletter, preparing and facilitating youth led discussions (Rap Sessions)
• Co-facilitate Discovery Corps trainings
• Provide general operational support to Discovery Corps members
• Other duties as assigned
Learning Opportunities
• Strengthen youth mentorship and communication skills through interactions with diverse Discovery Corps youth
• Develop high-level administrative and creativity skills associated with planning and implementing youth focused events, youth facilitated discussions and field trips
• Demonstrate leadership and public speaking skills while co-facilitating Discovery Corps training
• Gain insight into the inner-workings of Pacific Science Center and the busy Discovery Corps team
Position Requirements
• Current college or graduate student with an interest in working with high school aged youth
• Candidates pursuing degrees in Education, Social Work, Youth Development or related field are preferred
• Experience and/or enthusiasm to work with a broad diversity of youth
• Track record of working well with youth and within a team environment
• Strong skills in word processing, desktop publishing and document production
• Must have very strong attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills
• Enthusiasm for science and science education
• Courteous professional manner
• Smiling team player, with a pleasant disposition and service orientation
• Must be able to provide 3 references and pass a background check
TO APPLY: Email a cover letter and resume to volunteers@pacsci.org with the title “Youth Program Mentorship Intern.”
PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER
We are an independent, not-for-profit educational institution that inspires lifelong interest in science, math and technology by engaging diverse communities through interactive and innovative exhibits and programs in every county of Washington state and beyond.
Pacific Science Center is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and it is expressed in all aspects, from the people and communities we serve to our organizational culture and our employees. Pacific Science Center does not discriminate on the basis of any trait as protected by law such as age, race, gender, veteran status, or disability in admission or access to, or employment in, its programs or other activities.
Pacific Science Center seeks an Intern to help mentor Discovery Corps youth from diverse backgrounds, plan engaging events and assist with operational support while acting as a role model for participants. The Intern will play a critical role during the busy summer season, when there are up to 70 Discovery Corps participants to support. At the internship’s conclusion, the intern will have gained valuable youth development and mentorship skills.
Reports To: Discovery Corps Coordinator and Manager
Position Start Date: Mid-June, 2013
Position End Date: Ideal candidates will commit for 10 weeks
Time Commitment: Flexible, ideally 9 - 15 hours a week with possible weekend shifts
Job Duties
• Mentor Discovery Corps youth
• Brainstorm, plan and host social events, workshops, youth-facilitated discussions and field trips
• Support individual youth as they work on special projects – these projects may include writing articles for the program newsletter, preparing and facilitating youth led discussions (Rap Sessions)
• Co-facilitate Discovery Corps trainings
• Provide general operational support to Discovery Corps members
• Other duties as assigned
Learning Opportunities
• Strengthen youth mentorship and communication skills through interactions with diverse Discovery Corps youth
• Develop high-level administrative and creativity skills associated with planning and implementing youth focused events, youth facilitated discussions and field trips
• Demonstrate leadership and public speaking skills while co-facilitating Discovery Corps training
• Gain insight into the inner-workings of Pacific Science Center and the busy Discovery Corps team
Position Requirements
• Current college or graduate student with an interest in working with high school aged youth
• Candidates pursuing degrees in Education, Social Work, Youth Development or related field are preferred
• Experience and/or enthusiasm to work with a broad diversity of youth
• Track record of working well with youth and within a team environment
• Strong skills in word processing, desktop publishing and document production
• Must have very strong attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills
• Enthusiasm for science and science education
• Courteous professional manner
• Smiling team player, with a pleasant disposition and service orientation
• Must be able to provide 3 references and pass a background check
TO APPLY: Email a cover letter and resume to volunteers@pacsci.org with the title “Youth Program Mentorship Intern.”
PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER
We are an independent, not-for-profit educational institution that inspires lifelong interest in science, math and technology by engaging diverse communities through interactive and innovative exhibits and programs in every county of Washington state and beyond.
Pacific Science Center is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and it is expressed in all aspects, from the people and communities we serve to our organizational culture and our employees. Pacific Science Center does not discriminate on the basis of any trait as protected by law such as age, race, gender, veteran status, or disability in admission or access to, or employment in, its programs or other activities.
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Horticulture Grounds Volunteer (Adult Program)
Pacific Science Center was designed by Minoru Yamasaki, a renowned Seattle architect that later went on to design the World Trade Center. Yamasaki wanted to create a space with sweeping Gothic arches, glowing sandstone walls and floral fountains - a quiet sanctuary from the World’s Fair noise and crowds. His acclaimed design still inspires awe 50 years later and was designated a city of Seattle historic landmark for its unique architecture. A stroll around our ponds creates a strong sense of place, and is true to the 1962 vision even as exhibits change and new structures are added.
The plantings are less permanent than the building, but their presentation underscores its architecture, while softening it and creating a sense of life, motion, and welcome. To constantly look their best, the gardens and plantings in the courtyard and at the entrances to our buildings require ongoing care from horticulture grounds volunteers. The attention to detail in our seemingly effortless plantings helps to ensure that the Science Center’s 1 million plus annual guests continue to be inspired by Yamasaki’s design.
TO APPLY: Apply online at the bottom of the volunteer page, here.
Reports To: Life Sciences Manager
Position Start Date: Spring, 2013
Schedule: Minimum 2, four hour shifts per month - one shift weekly is preferred.
Job Duties
• Clean, water, detail trees and planter bowls in Pacific Science Center’s courtyard
• Maintain plantings in gardens adjacent to our entrance ways: the Boeing IMAX Theater, Discover Labs, and our Denny Way entrance
• Assist with occasional larger pruning and planter renovations in Science Center courtyards
• Other duties as assigned
Abilities and Personal Characteristics
• Ability to follow instructions
• Must be able to work independently once a task has been assigned
• Must work well on in team situations
• Must be motivated to stay busy and move quickly from task to task
• Smiling team player, with a pleasant disposition and service orientation
Required
• 18+ years old
• Pass a criminal background check
• Provide three references (one or more being a professional reference)
• This position represents Pacific Science Center, but often works in isolation – volunteers must be comfortable working independently
• To ensure excellent customer service skills, volunteers must be willing to attend portions of the Science Interpretations floor training program
• Must work well in public areas, handling interruptions with grace and without losing focus.
• Demonstrated willingness to do physical work
• May occasionally work in inclement weather
• Willingness to learn new gardening techniques
• Experience with rakes, pruners, shovels, and other gardening equipment a plus
PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER
We are an independent, not-for-profit educational institution that inspires lifelong interest in science, math and technology by engaging diverse communities through interactive and innovative exhibits and programs in every county of Washington state and beyond.
Pacific Science Center is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and it is expressed in all aspects, from the people and communities we serve to our organizational culture and our employees.
The plantings are less permanent than the building, but their presentation underscores its architecture, while softening it and creating a sense of life, motion, and welcome. To constantly look their best, the gardens and plantings in the courtyard and at the entrances to our buildings require ongoing care from horticulture grounds volunteers. The attention to detail in our seemingly effortless plantings helps to ensure that the Science Center’s 1 million plus annual guests continue to be inspired by Yamasaki’s design.
TO APPLY: Apply online at the bottom of the volunteer page, here.
Reports To: Life Sciences Manager
Position Start Date: Spring, 2013
Schedule: Minimum 2, four hour shifts per month - one shift weekly is preferred.
Job Duties
• Clean, water, detail trees and planter bowls in Pacific Science Center’s courtyard
• Maintain plantings in gardens adjacent to our entrance ways: the Boeing IMAX Theater, Discover Labs, and our Denny Way entrance
• Assist with occasional larger pruning and planter renovations in Science Center courtyards
• Other duties as assigned
Abilities and Personal Characteristics
• Ability to follow instructions
• Must be able to work independently once a task has been assigned
• Must work well on in team situations
• Must be motivated to stay busy and move quickly from task to task
• Smiling team player, with a pleasant disposition and service orientation
Required
• 18+ years old
• Pass a criminal background check
• Provide three references (one or more being a professional reference)
• This position represents Pacific Science Center, but often works in isolation – volunteers must be comfortable working independently
• To ensure excellent customer service skills, volunteers must be willing to attend portions of the Science Interpretations floor training program
• Must work well in public areas, handling interruptions with grace and without losing focus.
• Demonstrated willingness to do physical work
• May occasionally work in inclement weather
• Willingness to learn new gardening techniques
• Experience with rakes, pruners, shovels, and other gardening equipment a plus
PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER
We are an independent, not-for-profit educational institution that inspires lifelong interest in science, math and technology by engaging diverse communities through interactive and innovative exhibits and programs in every county of Washington state and beyond.
Pacific Science Center is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and it is expressed in all aspects, from the people and communities we serve to our organizational culture and our employees.
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Science Interpreter Volunteer (Adult Program)
Pacific Science Center is committed to driving science education forward in Washington State, and inspiring today’s youth to further their education and go into careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. We offer a wide variety of programs, including standards-based formal and informal science education programs and an award-winning environmental education center.
Our volunteer Science Interpreters help bring our exhibits to life for our guests. You receive all the training you need in order to interpret at our salt water tide-pool, and help our butterfly house among other exhibit stations you cycle through in an average day. We also have small locations on the floor where you’re able to engage our visitors and show them a brief, but fun and educational science activity.
Energetic, outgoing, and creative people with an interest or background in science or education are well suited to this position. We ask that people are able to commit for a minimum of 6-months because of the training involved as well as be available to come in at least twice a month.
Reports To: Science Interpretation Programs Supervisor
Position Start Date: Summer, training date TBD
Time Commitment: At least 2 shifts per month for a minimum of 6 months
Time Commitment: At least 2 shifts per month for a minimum of 6 months
Job Duties
· Science Interpretation: Inspire visitors to take an interest in, appreciate and/or gain a further understanding of science, math and technology by engaging in personal inspiring interactions while staffing exhibit positions
· Customer Service: Provides for a pleasurable experience for PSC patrons by welcoming guests and offering generous and efficient customer service
· Operational Support: Contribute to overall operational functions by staffing individual positions throughout the facility correctly and appropriately (training is provided)
Required
· Be able to attend the next training date when determined
· 18+ years old (for the Adult Program)
· Pass a criminal background check
· Provide three references (one or more being a professional reference)
· Commit to volunteering twice a month for at least six months during weekdays
Desired
· Background in science, education, communications
· Previous customer service or education experience
Abilities and Personal Characteristics
· Desire to work with and inspire children and adult visitors from diverse backgrounds.
· Enthusiasm for science and science education.
· Courteous professional manner.
· Ability to exercise sound judgment and flexibility should difficult situations arise.
· Excellent oral communication skills.
· Ability to present oneself in a professional manner with regards to personal appearance and hygiene.
· Smiling team player, with a pleasant disposition and service orientation.
Want to Apply?
Complete the online volunteer application available here: http://www.pacificsciencecenter.org/Get-Involved/volunteer
Pacific Science Center
We are an independent, not-for-profit educational institution that inspires lifelong interest in science, math and technology by engaging diverse communities through interactive and innovative exhibits and programs in every county of Washington state and beyond.
Pacific Science Center is an equal-opportunity employer.
We value diversity and it is expressed in all aspects, from the people and communities we serve to our organizational culture and our employees.
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