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The New England Aquarium: Conservation Education Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: New England Aquarium
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155 people are interested
HIGH NEED: Friday & Saturday shifts.
Time commitment:
One half day (9am- 1:30 pm or 1pm-5/6pm) onsite and approximately two hours of remote virtual training per week for a period of three months.
Summary:
Conservation Education Volunteers represent the New England Aquarium by interacting with guests of all ages and backgrounds. They proactively engage guests throughout the Aquarium, uphold proper safety protocols, and share animal/exhibit knowledge at different stations throughout the New England Aquarium.
Responsibilities:
Connect guests with the New England Aquarium’s mission by answering questions and initiating conversations throughout the main building gallery spaces.
Engage with guests by sharing fun biofacts and cart activities throughout the main building.
Help maintain the safety of animals and guests at Interactive Exhibits while providing educational opportunities for guests.
Assist staff with additional interpretive opportunities.
Ensure all Aquarium policies and procedures are followed (i.e., wearing masks if required, no food or drinks in the exhibit spaces, no spitting or throwing items into exhibits, etc.)
Training is required and available free of charge to volunteers. It covers topics such as customer service, information interpretation, animal knowledge, and station-specific responsibilities and expectations. Volunteers will have access to virtual trainings and resources to complete and look over on their own time in addition to in-person mentoring onsite to learn more about NEAq and its inhabitants.
Qualifications:
Enthusiasm and interest in meeting and working with a high volume of Aquarium guests weekly.
Comfort working independently and as part of a team.
Comfort working with guests and staff of diverse abilities, ages, and backgrounds.
Willingness to learn about Aquarium exhibits, marine science, and messaging around ocean conservation.
Ability to communicate effectively in noisy and crowded conditions.
Must be comfortable moving up and down stairs or taking an elevator to multiple building levels throughout the day.
Successful Volunteers will be on their feet for most of their shift. There will be stools available upon request. Additional accommodation requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Must be at least 16 years old.
To Apply: Visit serve.neaq.org and create a volunteer account. Once registered you can search and apply for available opportunities.
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About New England Aquarium
Location:
Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, US
Mission Statement
Founded in 1969, the New England Aquarium is a global leader in ocean exploration and marine conservation. The Aquarium is one of the premier visitor attractions in Boston, with over 1.3 million visitors a year, and a major public education resource. The Aquarium is redefining what it means to be an aquarium: combining education, entertainment and action to address the most challenging problems facing the ocean. Through a wide variety of educational programs and conservation initiatives, we make a lasting impact globally. We fulfill our through our educational exhibits, research programs, and conservation projects around the world. Volunteers and interns play an integral role at the New England Aquarium, working side by side with our staff, gaining a unique set of skills, resources and contacts.
Description
The mission of the New England Aquarium is to increase understanding of aquatic life and environments, to enable people to act to conserve the world of water, and to provide leadership for the preservation and sustainable use of aquatic resources.
This mission is fulfilled through exhibits, and through education, conservation and research programs. Exhibits showcase the diversity, importance and beauty of aquatic life and habitats, and highlight critical aquatic conservation issues. Programs emphasize species, habitats, and issues critical to New England.
The New England Aquarium serves as a responsive community resource that attracts and involves the broadest possible audience; seeks a culturally diverse staff and governing board that reflect our community; adheres to the highest standards of animal stewardship; and is committed to delivering the highest quality visitor experience in a welcoming and enjoyable manner that evokes wonder, curiosity, understanding, caring and action.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
New England AquariumCentral WharfBoston, MA 02110
DATE POSTED
August 23, 2024
SKILLS
- STEM
- Teaching / Instruction
- Veterinary
- Environmental Policy
- Environmental Education
- General Education
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- 1 same half day each week for 3 months