Program Information
Science Squad at OMSI is a guided volunteering program for teens, where we focus on soft skills that will help at any job you may have in the future, and we practice those skills by doing interactive activities with visitors in the museum.
Each week there will be trainings on communication, leadership, and job readiness skills. Then you practice those skills in the second half of each shift where you lead interactive science activities with museum visitors.
At the moment applications are currently closed.
Continuing Volunteers
Want to stick with OMSI for more than one session? As a continuing volunteer you will mentor new volunteers in the program, helping them learn the science demonstrations. Then you will also work in small groups to expand your science communication skills by creating either your own demonstration, or a short video.
Questions?
We have answers! Please contact us with any questions!
“I’ve always loved science, but this program has introduced me to so many new topics and fields, it’s honestly crazy. I’ve also begun to enjoy teaching others what I’ve learned through the Science Squad.”
– Maria
What happens when teens teach science?
Hit the museum floor with OMSI’s Science Squad to find out.