Volunteer
Our volunteers dedicate their time to educate our guests about the incredible animals and collections we have here at our organization. Each of these encounters between our volunteers and our guests is another chance to further our mission to “inspire scientific curiosity and encourage personal discovery about life and the natural world.”
We are unable to offer short-term opportunities for individuals such as student service requests or court-ordered community service.
Interested in learning more about pursuing a career in an aquarium or zoo? Click here for information about Davidson County Community College’s Zoo and Aquarium Science Program.
To get started, take a look at our Current Opportunities section below. Click on each opportunity to learn more.
Current Opportunities
**Applications timelines are subject to change**
Docent Programs – ages 15+
Click on each option for more information
- Applications will be open August 1-15
Applications will close at 3:00 PM on the 15th, please apply for one program only.
Summer Programs – ages 14-17
Click on each option for more information.
- Applications will be open April 1-15
Applications will close at 3:00 PM on the 15th
Robotics Programs
- Young Adult Mentor Program (ages 14-17) – First LEGO League mentor
Applications will open in July 2025 - Robotics Ambassador (age 14+)
Program on pause
Additional Programs – ages 18+
- Dive Program
- This program is currently at capacity, visit the Dive Program page to join our waitlist
- Horticulture Volunteer
- Applications will be open March 1-25, 2025
Applications will close at 3:00 PM on the 25th
- Applications will be open March 1-25, 2025
Group/Corporate Volunteer Opportunities
Are you interested in a group or corporate volunteer opportunity? Love to work outside and get your hands a little dirty? We may be a great fit for you!
Opportunities are available on Tuesdays or Thursdays in March-May and September-October. The group must be scheduled a minimum of a month in advance. Weekend opportunities are not available.
• March 2025 – Full
• April 2025 – Full
• May 2025 – Full
• September 2025 – 1 opening
• October 2025 -2 openings
• November 2025 – 1 opening
Minimum group number: 8
Minimum age of participants: 16
Please fill out this form to inquire about setting up a group volunteer day with us and the opportunities we offer.
A Note for Parents/Guardians
Our volunteer programs are designed to foster independence and responsibility in young adults. While parental support is important, it’s crucial that volunteers take the initiative in managing the commitment they make with us. This means they should be the primary contact for communications and be proactive in handling their schedules and responsibilities.
When submitting an application, the applicant should provide their own email and phone number when filling out the application themselves. We encourage them to communicate directly with Volunteer staff. This experience is not only about volunteering but also about growing into responsible, self-sufficient young adults.
For more information on the benefits of young adults who volunteer, you can refer to this article by the Volunteer Opportunities.org, which highlights how volunteering can help young adults develop better communication skills, improve their self-esteem, and build a sense of community.
Contact Us
Questions or comments? Email volunteers@greensboroscience.org.