Be a Slimeologist at Slime Week! Teen Volunteer Opportunity

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Join the Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery (MOD) as a Summer Slimeologist Volunteer and help bring the joy of slime science to children and families! This program is an opportunity for high school students to engage in hands-on, creative, and fun activities while earning community service hours. Volunteers work at our Capitola Mall location and assist in running our Slime Bar, where kids explore and create their own slime. Slime week is June 4th to 7th, 2025!

If you're ready to inspire curiosity and creativity this summer, apply now to become a MOD Slimeologist!

Volunteers selected are required to attend a virtual orientation April 22nd at 7 PM & in person training session May 18th 2025, where they will:

Learn the science behind slime-making.

Master MOD's signature slime recipes and procedures.

Gain knowledge of museum policies and best practices for engaging with young children.

Collaborate with other volunteers to invent unique slime recipes for the Slime Bar.

Volunteers must be available to serve at least 2 shifts (each shift is 3-hours). You can volunteer for up to 24 hours over SLIME WEEK (June 4th - 7th, 2025), based on their availability and interest. (There may be additional volunteer opportunities at our mobile Slime Lab at the Santa Cruz County Fair in September!)

To excel in this role, volunteers will:

Facilitate slime-making activities for children and families in a fun, safe, and engaging manner.

Set up and maintain the Slime Bar, including organizing materials and cleaning up after shifts.

Ensure museum policies and safety guidelines are followed.

Provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for all visitors.

Assist with other tasks as needed to support the museum's programming.

Ideal candidates will:

Be between the ages of 14 and 18.

Have an interest in science, education, or hands-on activities.

Enjoy working with young children and families.

Be self-motivated, dependable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

REQUIRED COMMITMENT:

Volunteers must commit to working a minimum of 6 hours over the summer, with flexible scheduling for shifts of at least 3 hours each.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This role involves interacting with children and families, handling slime materials, and maintaining the Slime Bar area. Volunteers should be comfortable with standing, repetitive motions, and lifting supplies (up to 10 lbs).

JOIN US!

The Summer Slimeologist Program is a perfect opportunity to have fun, gain valuable experience in education and science communication, and make a meaningful contribution to the community.

If you're ready to inspire curiosity and creativity this summer, apply now to become a MOD Slimeologist!