Volunteer

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.

Volunteer benefits

As a volunteer you will receive stellar benefits including:

Two complimentary tickets to Space Center Houston for every 60 hours of service
Discounts at the SpaceTrader Gift Shop and The Food Lab
Discounts on many events and unique experiences
Complimentary access to Space Center Houston when not volunteering
Training opportunities
Special volunteer events and recognition awards
Meet interesting people, develop skills and experience personal growth
Rewarding feeling from serving the community

Adult volunteer opportunities

We are currently seeking volunteers interested in assisting in the following areas:

Education programs
Greeting guests and special visitors
Sharing space program information with guests in the museum

Adult volunteer requirements

Adult volunteers must:

Be 18 years of age
Be enthusiastic and willing to adhere to our policies, procedures, and customer service standards.
Commit to completing 60 volunteer hours per year
Attend an in-person interview
Pay a one-time fee of $50, which helps us defer a portion of the cost of your background check, volunteer shirt, and badge. International background checks may incur additional charges.
Submit to a criminal background check
Attend a volunteer orientation

Adult volunteer application

We are no longer accepting applications for our adult volunteer program. We will begin accepting applications again in December.

Fall Teen Volunteer Program

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.

Teen volunteer requirements

Must be 13 -17 years of age on, or by September 1, 2022
Must be available to volunteer on the following Saturdays (9 am – 3 pm):

September 24 (orientation)
October 22 or 29
November 12 or 19
December 10 or 17

Must also commit to one shift of Galaxy Lights (5:30 – 10 pm) on a Friday or Saturday between November 19 – December 10
Be enthusiastic, able to engage guests, and willing to adhere to our policies, procedures, and customer service standards
Attend an in-person interview in September
Pay a one-time fee of $25, which helps us defer the cost of your volunteer shirt and badge
Attend the fall teen volunteer orientation on Saturday, September 24

Teen Volunteer Application

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!