Before you even begin thinking about volunteering, ask yourself – Am I well enough to volunteer?
Your safety and limiting the spread of COVID-19 is everyone’s main priority. We encourage you to review and adhere to the recommendations on the Buncombe County readiness site on how best to avoid COVID-19 and what to do if you think you might have it.
The Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) is Western North Carolina’s home for experiential science learning, discovery and exploration. AMOS strives to spark the imagination and foster lifelong curiosity through exhibits and outreach education programs.
AMOS is looking for volunteers of all ages for remote and in-person opportunities. Examples of opportunities include, but are not limited to, video/photography production, graphic design, and research projects!
Current Volunteer Roles Available:
- Marketing
- Writing/Editing
- Guest Services
- Exhibit Docent
- Business Operations
- Archives and Curation
- Museum Shop
Respond to this listing to learn more about the different opportunities at AMOS!
Time Commitment:
- Weekday, weekend, after-hours, and remote opportunities available
Museum Hours:
- Monday - Saturday from 10am-5pm and Sundays from 1pm - 5pm.
Onboarding/Requirements/Skills:
- An interest in engaging with museum visitors of all ages, enthusiastically!
- Willingness to ensure that all visitors are having a positive experience during their visit
- Have ample time management and solid organizational skills
- A passion for increasing interest in STEM in children
Location:
43 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28801
Health/Safety:
- We are asking volunteers to wear/bring their own face covering during participation
- Cloth covering nose and mouth
- Fabric or disposable face mask
- Asking volunteers to maintain physical distance of 6 feet or more
- All volunteers and interns are required to sign a Health Safety Form detailing policies and protocols, following all state and local health safety guidance
In order to sign up for this volunteer project, simply
- click "respond" above to secure your spot and receive a notification from Hands On with next step instructions from Asheville Museum of Science
Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by completing our Volunteer Experience Form.
