Volunteer and Internship Opportunities

volunteer holding a rock so a mother and her small child can use a hammer to split it

Share our mission and make a difference as a Schiele volunteer or intern!

Schiele volunteers and interns play an essential role in sharing our exhibits, resources, and educational programming with the public. We are always looking out for dynamic and passionate people to help promote our mission of inspiring curiosity and understanding of science and the natural world.

The Schiele is currently accepting volunteer applications for a variety of positions. Most volunteers work weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or during special events. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old.

The Schiele’s internship program provides students with educational opportunities in the area of museum practice, education, and programming. Schiele interns participate in a structured learning experience using the museum’s resources under the direct supervision of Schiele staff. Internships at the museum may fulfill academic credit requirements. (Check with your school.) Part-time and full-time interns support day-to-day operations that vary based on specific internship pathways. Most part-time interns work 15 to 25 hours a week.

Available Volunteer Opportunities*

Field Trip Assistance

  • Monday–Friday between 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM (exact times may vary by day), 1-2 days per week

Animal Care

  •  Weekdays and weekends with flexible scheduling during operating hours, 1-2 days per week

Explorer’s Outpost

  • Scheduled times during open hours, 1-2 Days per week  

 Outdoor Trail Assistance

  • Weekdays and Saturdays

Education

  • Flexible, depending on program schedules

Special Events

  • 1–2 times per month, typically including weekends and occasional evenings

Gift Shop Assistance

  • Weekdays and weekends during operating hours, 1-2 days per week

Gardening & Farm Upkeep

  • Flexible scheduling during operation hours

Planetarium Support 

  • 1–2 days per week, with weekday and weekend opportunities

*TRAINING PROVIDED

Summer Internships

Horticulture & Trail Management

Geology

Animal Husbandry

General Education

Programming & Events 

Planetarium

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Interns must be at least 16 years old and currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an education facility, such as a high school or a college. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old.
  • Volunteers and interns must have the ability to follow all Schiele Museum protocols.
  • Volunteers and interns must have the ability and willingness to try new experiences within the museum. They must have a positive attitude! They should also be able to work independently after sufficient training and experience.
  • Interns should feel comfortable speaking in public and engaging with guests. There are many volunteer positions – some that require public interactions and some that don’t.
  • Schedules are flexible, with many events happening on weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings. Full-time and part-time internships are available.
  • Spring internships start mid-February, summer internships start mid-May, and fall internships start mid-August. Volunteers may start whenever applications are completed and accepted.
  • No monetary compensation is available for interns or volunteers.
  • Food and transportation are not provided.
Volunteer Hope Jordan and her husband surrounded by a group of children who want to see her dinosaur puppet

Interns are eligible for these additional benefits:

  • One-year membership to Schiele Museum and ASTC Travel Passport Program.
  • Academic credit (check with your school to verify eligibility).
  • Networking and making connections with others working in your field of interest.
  • Opportunities to customize your internship experience with special projects tailored to your field of study.
VOLUNTEER / INTERN APPLICATION

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The Schiele Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/H

Offers of employment are contingent upon candidates meeting the essential functions of the position and passing a controlled substance evaluation prior to the employment. For some positions, physicals, driver checks, and polygraph evaluations are required. The Schiele Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Placement is based on ability and qualifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation or disability. The museum ensures fair treatment in recruitment, selection, training, compensation, promotion, discipline, and access to all museum sponsored programs.