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Physics Phenomena Facilitator

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ORGANIZATION: Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI)

Volunteers in the OMSI Physics Lab! Support museum guests' exploration of a variety of physics phenomena, from light and sound waves to magnets and hair-raising experiences with electricity!

Volunteers should have enthusiasm for experimentation and passion for presenting hands-on learning activities safely to further engage museum guests in the amazing interactions that happen in the world.

https://omsi.edu/volunteer/

2 Shifts

  • Fri Feb 28, 2025 - 09:30 AM to 01:30 AM PST - Spots available: 5
    Shifts are flexible
  • Fri Feb 28, 2025 - 01:30 PM to 05:30 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Shifts are flexible
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About Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI)

Location:

1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214, US

Mission Statement

OMSI’s mission is to inspire curiosity through engaging science learning experiences, foster experimentation and the exchange of ideas, and stimulate informed action. Volunteers support the operation of five exhibit halls and eight science labs and hundreds of interactive exhibits and hands-on demonstrations.

Description

OMSI is an independent non-profit 501(c)(3) organization and relies on admissions, memberships, and donations to continue our educational mission, programs, and exhibits.

All are welcome at OMSI.

OMSI is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and retaining individuals from a diverse candidate pool regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, citizenship status, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected status.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our process as we build a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills so that we can better reflect and serve our community. We strongly invite applications from candidates who share our commitment to diversity.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Children & Youth
Community
Arts & Culture, Children & Youth, Community

WHEN

Fri Feb 28, 2025 - Wed May 28, 2025
This opportunity has 2 shifts

WHERE

OMSI1945 SE Water AvePortland, OR 97214

(45.5104,-122.66718)
 

SKILLS

  • Youth Services
  • People Skills
  • Public Speaking

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 14
  • Orientation or Training
  • Commitmentto a 4 hour shift on a weekly or biweekly schedule (either morning or afternoon).
  • Attend the following trainings or classes provided by OMSI: Volunteer Orientation & Emergency Protocols Mandatory Reporter Training Hazardous Communication Training

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