Are you interested in:

• Sharing the wonders of the universe
• Inspiring and educating children
• Meeting new people and having fun
• Supporting a non-profit organization

Just like clockwork, six days a week, you will find a number of our 100+ dedicated volunteers at the Challenger Space Center, where they delight in sharing their knowledge of space, science and the universe with wide-eyed youngsters and oldsters, too!

Whether it’s describing the adventures that took the first man in space, or explaining the mural painted by renowned artist, Robert McCall, our volunteers continue to share their knowledge and excite the public. They charm even the youngest children with “did you know’s” or “how about that’s”, and turn on the “aha” light bulb in elementary school age kids.

Review the Volunteer Job Descriptions at right, and identify an area of interest. While in training you will have the opportunity to work in different areas that will help you decide where you would like to volunteer.

All volunteers are required to complete 16 hours of training. Volunteers must be at least 14 and in 9th grade. Parents of a student must attend one session with the student.

Volunteers must be available for a shift one day a week.

Monday – Saturday
9:00a to 12:30p
or
12:30p to 4:00p

What Volunteer Opportunities
are Available?

Space Museum Guide
Lead guests through our space-themed, four story facility featuring state-of-the-art technology. Describe the risks and adventures the first man took in space or show the mural painted in our six- story rotunda by renowned space artist, Robert McCall. Must enjoy people of all ages and be flexible in adjusting to the needs of the audience.

“Out This World” Greeter
If you love people and have a patient customer service attitude this is an ideal position. You will introduce the public to our premier Challenger Center. You’ll assist the children with preparing their own Astronaut badge and help in the reception area.

Galaxy Gift Shop Star
Our gift shop is filled with something for everyone. Superior customer service skills required and an ability to sell “space” merchandise to the public. Assist in stocking, inventory and opening and closing the shop.

Behind the Scenes Worker
Our office needs your assistance in a variety of tasks including filing, data entry, answering phones and other clerical duties. The friendly staff works with you.

Mission Specialist
Assist our Flight Directors with the participants of their simulated space adventures. Must enjoy interacting “in character” as part of the team and wearing a flight suit.

e-Mission Specialist
Join the team in assisting in the evacuation of the island of Montserrat. A volcano is erupting and a hurricane is heading in the direction of the island.
Will the residents need to be evacuated? Will the hurricane make landfall?
You will assist the team and help them find out!

Space Education Wonder Worker
Help facilitate a variety of science learning activities and adventures in our Space Place Program or To Be An Astronaut field trip. Must enjoy children of all ages and share their excitement in their out-of-this-world experience.

Special Event Team Member
Our Center hosts a variety of events, generally after hours, and needs those who can be on-call to perform a variety of tasks. Tasks might include greeting people, phone calls, mass mailings and set up and tear down of event.

Techie-Trekkie Assistant
Work behind the scenes providing a variety of services with set up of exhibits, supporting slide projectors, audio equipment and computers. Must have skills in the computers and equipment.

Space Cadet
Assist teachers in setting up classes or students with learning activities. Help with clean-up and maintain program supplies. Can include summer camps, holiday camps, stargazing events and birthday parties. Classes are held weekdays, weekends and evenings. Our aides are essential to our programs.