For more information please email us at volunteer@spacecenter.org or call 281-283-4726.
Out-of-this-world opportunities to make a real difference await you at Space Center Houston! Whether it’s on the museum floor or behind the scenes, we have a position to fit your interests.
As a volunteer, you’ll have a positive impact not only on Space Center Houston, but also on the local and global communities we serve. Volunteer in our education programs inspiring the astronauts and engineers of tomorrow, help our staff welcoming guests from around the globe, or play a vital role in both daytime and evening special events.
Learn about the space program and share your knowledge with our guests as they explore our attractions. Volunteer in amazing areas such as Starship Gallery and Astronaut Gallery where hundreds of unique space and science artifacts are housed and Independence Plaza where the high-fidelity space shuttle replica is mounted on top of the historic shuttle carrier aircraft NASA 905.
As a volunteer you will receive stellar benefits including:
We are currently seeking volunteers interested in assisting in the following areas:
Adult volunteers must:
We are accepting applications online until April 10, 2023. Click below to apply today!
Volunteers in our summer teen volunteer program are focused on supporting our Operations and Education programs. They may serve in one of three different areas:
NEW! Summer teen volunteers that meet their commitment will be able to volunteer throughout the fall semester at weekend and evening events.
We are accepting applications for our summer teen volunteer program online until Sunday, March 12, 2023. If you are new to our program, please click the “New Teen Volunteer ” button to apply. If you have volunteered with us previously, please click the “Returning Teen Volunteer” button. We look forward to seeing your application soon!
Volunteers in our fall teen volunteer program are focused on supporting various Space Center Houston events, public programs, and enhancing the guest experience. These volunteers readily engage guests with short presentations at exhibits and play vital roles in events like Galaxy Frights and Galaxy Lights.
We are no longer accepting applications for our 2022 fall teen program. We will begin accepting applications for the summer program in January 2023. We hope to see your application at that time!
HOURS FOR JANUARY SEE FULL HOURS
Monday - Friday
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.