Volunteer at the California Museum

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Looking for a rewarding way to serve the community? The California Museum invites you to join our volunteer program to assist staff in presenting exhibits and programs on the state’s history, arts and culture of diversity, which inspire more than 125,000 annual visitors.

Whether you're looking for a few hours to fill or a regular position, a range of opportunities are available to choose from including:

School Programs

School Program volunteers work in a variety of capacities in support of our school age education programs. Help engage students on field trips by interpreting Museum artifacts in the different galleries. Inspire them to think about their connection to their community as they explore the exhibits. This is a wonderful opportunity for pre-service teachers, retired educators, or those who enjoy working with children.

Public Programs

Public Program volunteers are the face of the Museum. They support events in the Museum, greet visitors, give guided tours, and interact with the public in the exhibits.

Behind the Scenes

Behind-the-scenes volunteers support the Museum’s education and exhibition departments. If you are organized, tech savvy, attentive to detail, and project oriented, this is the place for you.

No experience necessary - all volunteer positions feature in-depth training and offer parking, public transit and ridesharing reimbursement. Best of all, benefits include Museum memberships with reciprocal admission at other institutions, store discounts, invitations to volunteer events and more!

To learn more or to apply today, visit https://www.californiamuseum.org/volunteer . For questions or assistance, contact our Volunteer Coordinator, at (916) 653-8099 or voluinteer@californiamuseum.org .