Guest Engagement VolunteerAt — The Tech Interactive
Come support our mission to inspire the innovator in everyone in our leading science and technology center in downtown San Jose. Students can work in the exhibit galleries facilitating STEM hands-on activities with visitors while stationed at fun Pop-Ups, Jetpack Chair, or our Social Robots or Anatomage exhibits. Or if you prefer general public facing work as a museum greeter, you can help welcome and orient guests in the lobby area, support wayfinding for visitors, or check tickets as well as usher for the IMAX dome theater.
- Apply academic knowledge to real-world tasks and challenges.
- Develop effective communication skills in a professional setting.
- Strengthen time management and organizational abilities.
- Gain experience in working collaboratively within a team.
- Acquire hands-on experience with industry-specific tools, software, or procedures.
- Understand workflows, processes, and responsibilities relevant to the field.
- Learn how to conduct research, analyze data, or support projects in a practical context.
- Clarify career goals by experiencing a professional work environment.
- Build a professional network by connecting with mentors, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Develop a strong understanding of workplace culture and expectations.
- Practice decision-making in real-life work situations.
- Analyze problems, propose solutions, and reflect on outcomes.
- Develop adaptability in response to new challenges and tasks.
- Recognize the ethical, social, or environmental issues related to the profession/industry or within the broader community.
- Reflect on ethical and societal implications of the experiential learning activities.
- Explore opportunities to engage in or support civic initiatives or community outreach.
- Identify personal strengths and areas for improvement.
- Set learning goals and reflect regularly on progress
- Increase confidence in navigating professional and interpersonal dynamics.
- Increased understanding of how to work in diverse groups effectively, respectfully, and with sensitivity.
- Identify how organizations or businesses contribute to the well-being of society (e.g., through innovation, research, ethics, sustainability, social action, or community engagement).
- Identify how organizations or businesses can promote equity and social responsibility through their policies, practices, or community engagement.
Student receive orientation and training depending on their assignment, with site primary contact, and then with a direct supervisor or mentor on program or project specifics.
Students are trained in safety protocols that Staff or security team are responsible for administering.
Volunteer application is required with basic questions and phone screening, and background check.
| Hours | Duration |
|---|---|
| 5 | hours per week |