Volunteer ~ Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center

Adult Volunteer Opportunities

Aquarium Store Assistant

Looking to develop or enhance your retail and customer service skills? What about learning what happens behind the scenes in a retail operation? Assist with engaging visitors and responding to inquiries, pricing and displaying merchandise, annual inventory, maintaining the sales floor, and helping with crowd control. Candidates must be willing to develop knowledge of Aquarium store products, able to stand for an extended period, and available to volunteer at least one four-hour shift a week. Customer service experience a plus. Apply today !

Gallery Docent

If you love to learn and enjoy connecting with a diverse group of people, this is the position for you! As a Gallery Docent you will share information about the Aquarium's exhibits and Virginia's marine environment with visitors. Candidates must have above average communication skills, be comfortable with large crowds, interacting with children and able to stand for an extended period. Current and former teachers or applicants with an interest in marine biology are ideal. Following training, a minimum commitment of one four-and-a-half hour shift a week for one year is required. Apply today!

Guest Engagement Ambassador

Your outgoing personality is the perfect fit for this position! Work on the front lines greeting and directing Aquarium guests. Volunteer answers visitor questions, monitors assigned areas and shares details about special programs and experiences. The ideal candidate is friendly, patient, comfortable standing for an extended period of time and working with large crowds. Bilingual applicants are a plus! This position requires a weekly three-and-a-half hour shift. Apply today!

Watershed Warrior

Volunteers greet and lead guests in educational explorations through the Aquarium's Watershed Play area and activities in the Vet Center. This is a great opportunity to bring out your inner child! Ideal candidates will have a passion for conservation, great communication skills, and comfortable engaging children. Ability to stand for an extended period and serve a weekly four-and-a-half-hour shift is required. Apply today!