Open Daily:
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Current Time:
4:32 AM
Directions:
727 W Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 561-6100
[email protected]
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Open Daily:
9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Current Time:
4:32 AM
Directions:
727 W Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 561-6100
[email protected]
Kentucky Science Center is open 7 days a week from 9:30AM-5PM. Tickets can be purchased online.

Volunteer

Volunteer

Do you believe Science Matters? Are you passionate about lifelong learning? Join us at Kentucky Science Center to share the joys of discovery, connect with new people, and make a positive impact in your community through volunteering!

Current Opportunity:

Volunteen, Summer 2025

  • The Volunteen Program encourages young people to become engaged with their Louisville community through offering hands-on opportunities to Do Science while upholding the values of Kentucky Science Center and sharing our mission with guests.
  • As a Volunteen, you’ll:
    • Forge new friendships
    • Build professional connections with our amazing team
    • Get a behind-the-scenes look at our daily operations
    • Make a real impact on our visitors’ experiences
  • IMPORTANT TIMES:
    • Application Deadline: April 10
    • MANDATORY Interviews: April 15, 16, 17, or 19
    • Acceptance Emails Sent: May 1
    • MANDATORY Orientation: June 1 from 10AM-3PM
    • Program Duration: June 9-July 25

Apply Here

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and have a blast! 🚀 Join us and be a part of something extraordinary!

 

Volunteen Program FAQ

How old do I have to be to apply?

  • The Volunteen Program requires applicants to be at least 14 years old by June 2, 2025 in order to qualify for the program.

Is there a fee to participate in the program?

  • No, there is no cost required to be a Volunteen. Applicants should consider external costs like food and transportation prior to applying. For lunches during the program, teens have the option of bringing their own or going next door to Subway to purchase lunch.

I have a conflict during the scheduled orientation session. Can I make up the mandatory orientation at a different time?

  • Unfortunately, if you are unable to attend the orientation on Sunday June 1, then you will not be able to participate in the Summer Volunteen Program this year.

What days/hours will I work?

  • Volunteens will be dedicated to working one day per week Sunday – Friday (same day each week), from 10AM-3PM. You will have a 30-minute lunch break.

What will I be doing?

  • Visitor Experience (VE) – Be a part of a team of brilliant scientists at Kentucky Science Center! Engage with guests and provide hands-on opportunities to Do Science. Volunteens will learn how to facilitate activities and learn how to encourage all guests to participate in science activities, interact with Science Center exhibits, and discover that science is all around us!
    • Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
      • Assisting with walk-up activities.
      • Engaging guests in the exhibits experience through invitation, enhancement, and activity extension.
      • Restaging exhibits for visitors

OR

  • School’s Out Science Camp – Do you have a passion for helping train the next generation of scientists? Grab your gloves and goggles as you help Do Science in the classroom. Learn the fundamentals of classroom management as you gain experience with children in grades Pre-K-5th grade. Volunteens will collaborate with our seasonal team of teachers and counselors on camp curriculum and share their love for learning and Doing Science.
    • Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
      • Engaging with campers in the classroom and in exhibits with the support of seasonal staff members.
      • Assisting teachers and counselors in the classroom with activities.
      • Set/clean up classrooms and lunchrooms.