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Docents are guides or facilitators supporting on-going
programs. In-depth training is provided for these positions and a commitment
of one year is requested from the docents. Docent opportunities are available
in The Ames Exploration Encounter and Ames Exploration (Visitor) Center.
Some docents choose to participate in both programs.
Volunteers are individuals who want to help with educational
events here at Ames. An event may last from 1 to 5 days and a brief training
is provided before the event. Volunteers typically facilitate hands-on-activities
at these exciting events.
Volunteer Benefits
• Work side by side with NASA Ames staff
• Participate in selected lectures here at Ames that are not open to the public
• Attend special tours of NASA Ames Research Center sites
• Ignite a student's passion for science, mathematics or technology
Who volunteers?
• Adult community members from diverse cultures
• Ames Employees
Whom do we serve?
• Students
• Educators
• General Public
Qualifications
• A desire to inspire students to seek careers in science, technology,
engineering or mathematics
• Ability to relate to students and/or the general public
• Good communication skills, bi-lingual a plus
• Professional appearance
• A minimum 18 years of age
• Provide own transportation to NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field,
CA
• Must be U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
Training
• Training is provided by NASA Ames staff for all programs and events.
We need volunteers for the following programs:
• Ames Exploration Encounter
• Ames Exploration Visitor Center
• Informal Education Programs and Events
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