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Information Desk Volunteer

Description:

Information Desk Volunteers are the first Museum representatives that the public sees upon entering the building. This is a very important position in the Museum as it is the focal point of incoming and outgoing information as well as being an extremely high visibility area.

The primary function of the Information Desk Volunteer is to be a resource to our guests. Volunteers greet visitors, answer myriad of questions pertaining to exhibits, schedules, prices, directions, amenities, and upcoming events.

Volunteers at the Information Desk are a welcome addition to the front-line staff and work with staff members from the Science Central and Visitor Services Departments.

Responsibilites:

Learn the layout of Museum and location of amenities

Keep informed of Museum exhibits, programs, shows and special events

Know how to locate and access information resource materials at the Information Desk

Become familiar with Museum policies and emergency protocols

Greet visitors with a helpful attitude

Have working knowledge of Boston area attractions

Qualifications:

Enjoy meeting and speaking with the public

Handle multiple tasks

Ability to maintain pleasant attitude even under stress

A neat personal appearance

Customer service experience helpful but not required

Commitments:

Information Desk Volunteers come in once a week for a 3-hour shift, for at least four to six months.

AVAILABLE SHIFT:

Fridays 2:00-5:00pm

 

Did you know?

  • The Museum of Science is an independent, nonprofit institution funded by individuals like you, corporations, foundations, and government agencies.

  • The Museum is the nation's first science center to be accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Its live animal collection comprises some 120 animals of 50 species.

  • With 1.5 million visitors coming through its doors each year, the Museum is Boston's second most popular destination; only the Red Sox draw bigger crowds.

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Volunteering

Opportunities vary from interpreting exhibit spaces to guiding and providing information. No experience is necessary; the Museum provides you with training.