Become a Volunteer
Many volunteer opportunities are available, from just a few hours to several times a week. Volunteers can be trained to do a variety of tasks including:
- Summer Camps and Workshops
- Staffing the exhibit floor
- Prepare program materials
- Assist with fundraisers
- Assist with bulk mailings
- Maintenance of the building and exhibits
If you would like to volunteer, we have many different volunteer needs. Please fill out and return an application. You can download one or pick one up at the front desk. Please return it to the desk or by e-mail to reservations@handsonmuseum.org.
Volunteers must be 18 years or older. A background check is required for all volunteers at Hands On! Discovery Center.
The Center for Excellence in Paleontology accepts summer volunteers to work during the dig season with a volunteer orientation held in April each year. For more information, please contact Shawn Haugrud, laboratory and field manager, at haugrud@etsu.edu or 423-439-3661.
Employment Opportunities
Discovery Guide
Are you looking for somewhere fun and unique to work? Hands On! Discovery Center is currently accepting applications for enthusiastic, and dependable part-time Discovery Guides to join our team. This entry-level position functions as a tour guide groups; delivers science and art programming; interacts and plays with guests and guides them through exhibits; assists with special events; assists with light cleaning of the museum. Current positions are available for a variety of time slots and our positions are flexible with class schedules if applicable, however weekends are required. Starting pay rate is $7.25/hr. and is non-negotiable. Applications available at 1212 Suncrest Dr., Gray, TN or online. To submit an application online, email to: outreach@handsonmuseum.org. Background check and references required. No phone calls please.
Click here for an application.
Hands On! Discovery Center is an equal opportunity employer.
