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Flexible Schedule
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Boston, MA 02110
Marine Mammal Education Volunteer Required Commitment: Once selected: Attend the following one-hour in-person training class: September 11, 2024, 12-1pm Completion of at least 6 three-hour volunteer shifts by December 11, 2024 Responsibilities: Answer questions from the public Initiate conversations with visitors Work with fun biofacts Training is required and available free of charge to volunteers and includes topics such as: Marine mammal behavior Husbandry Basic biology Conservation and climate change concerns Visitor safety Public speaking skills Communicating effectively with different age groups. Qualifications: Must have enthusiasm and interest in meeting and working with a high volume of aquarium visitors daily Willingness to learn about fur seals and sea lions and their exhibit Must be able to communicate effectively in noisy and crowded conditions Must be able to stand for long periods of time Must be comfortable moving up and down stairs throughout the day Must be able to lift and carry 25 pounds Our fur seal and sea lion exhibit is outdoors so volunteers must be comfortable being exposed to all weather conditions. Age requirement: At least 18 years old Summary: Marine Mammal Center Educators are ambassadors, representing the New England Aquarium by engaging visitors of all ages and backgrounds in one on one conversation about our fur seals and sea lions. Don't know a lot about marine mammals or how to talk to visitors? Don't worry! We provide training and mentorship to prepare volunteers with all the fun facts, information and teaching tips needed to become a highly engaging Visitor Educator. To apply: Please register an account here then click " Submit an Application" in the menu bar. if you already have an account, please log in and click " Submit an Application"
Date Posted: 2025-05-23
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Flexible Schedule
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Boston, MA 02110
Volunteer behind the scenes at the our Aquarium Animal Care Center! Assist our Environmental Quality Lab staff in collecting and analyzing water samples, gaining valuable practical experience in analytical techniques and lab management. If you have a foundational knowledge in chemistry and biology, a willingness to learn, and are at least 18 years old, apply now and contribute to the health and well-being of our aquatic residents! To Apply: Visit serve.neaq.org and create a volunteer account. Once registered you can search and apply for available opportunities.
Date Posted: 2025-05-23
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Flexible Schedule
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Boston, MA 02110
HIGHEST NEED: Sunday OR Thursday Availability. Volunteers are required to be able to commit to a fixed schedule of the same, consistent day each week for no less than six months. Summary: The Marine Mammal Department maintains two outdoor pinniped exhibits featuring Atlantic harbor seals and California sea lions. Volunteers assist training staff in all aspects of animal care and have the opportunity to learn more about operant conditioning, training techniques and marine mammal husbandry. Although this position does not involve feeding or training the seals, volunteers play an integral role assisting staff during training sessions and presentations, and work in close proximity to the animals. Responsibilities: · Volunteers are incorporated into the daily activities of the Marine Mammal Department including: Diet preparation Cleaning exhibits and behind the scenes areas Scrubbing and disinfecting items used during training sessions Assisting trainers during training sessions and presentations Creating toys for the animals Conducting enrichment sessions Option of speaking in public presentations Interact informally with Aquarium visitors Qualifications: Candidates must be at least 18 years old. Volunteers must feel comfortable bending and walking on uneven and wet terrain and be able to lift 50 lbs. The job involves a substantial amount of cleaning with various cleaning agents. Our exhibits are outdoors so volunteers must be comfortable being exposed to all weather conditions. To Apply: Visit serve.neaq.org and create a volunteer account. Once registered you can search and apply for available opportunities.
Date Posted: 2025-04-15
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Flexible Schedule
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Boston, MA 02110
HIGH NEED: Friday & Saturday shifts. Time commitment: One half day (9am- 1:30 pm or 1pm-5/6pm) onsite and approximately two hours of remote virtual training per week for a period of three months. Summary: Conservation Education Volunteers represent the New England Aquarium by interacting with guests of all ages and backgrounds. They proactively engage guests throughout the Aquarium, uphold proper safety protocols, and share animal/exhibit knowledge at different stations throughout the New England Aquarium. Responsibilities: Connect guests with the New England Aquarium’s mission by answering questions and initiating conversations throughout the main building gallery spaces. Engage with guests by sharing fun biofacts and cart activities throughout the main building. Help maintain the safety of animals and guests at Interactive Exhibits while providing educational opportunities for guests. Assist staff with additional interpretive opportunities. Ensure all Aquarium policies and procedures are followed (i.e., wearing masks if required, no food or drinks in the exhibit spaces, no spitting or throwing items into exhibits, etc.) Training is required and available free of charge to volunteers. It covers topics such as customer service, information interpretation, animal knowledge, and station-specific responsibilities and expectations. Volunteers will have access to virtual trainings and resources to complete and look over on their own time in addition to in-person mentoring onsite to learn more about NEAq and its inhabitants. Qualifications: Enthusiasm and interest in meeting and working with a high volume of Aquarium guests weekly. Comfort working independently and as part of a team. Comfort working with guests and staff of diverse abilities, ages, and backgrounds. Willingness to learn about Aquarium exhibits, marine science, and messaging around ocean conservation. Ability to communicate effectively in noisy and crowded conditions. Must be comfortable moving up and down stairs or taking an elevator to multiple building levels throughout the day. Successful Volunteers will be on their feet for most of their shift. There will be stools available upon request. Additional accommodation requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Must be at least 16 years old. To Apply: Visit serve.neaq.org and create a volunteer account. Once registered you can search and apply for available opportunities.
Date Posted: 2025-04-15
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Flexible Schedule
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Boston, MA 02110
Exploration Station Educators are ambassadors, representing the New England Aquarium by engaging visitors of all ages and backgrounds in activities focused on our youngest audiences through both facilitated and unfacilitated activities as well as one-on-one conversations with visitors using a variety of biofacts (animal artifacts). Don't know a lot about the Aquarium or how to talk to visitors? Don't worry! We provide training and mentorship to prepare volunteers with all the fun facts, information, and teaching tips needed to become a highly engaging Exploration Station volunteer. Required Commitment & Onboarding: After passing a screening process and interview with the Office of Volunteer Programs and Internships: Attend one of the following in-person training classes from 9:30am to 1:30pm: Thursday, May 8, 2025 Saturday, May 10, 2025 Complete at least six 3-hour shifts by September 2025. Three shifts are available: 9:00am-12:00pm 12:00pm - 3:00pm 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Date Posted: 2025-04-17
