Volunteers
Join us in the fun! A day as a volunteer at the North Bay Science Discovery Day will be one you will never forget. The day is a spectacular splash of energy and excitement. Kids everywhere are happy and seriously engaged in activities that are intended to get them excited about STEM.
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General Volunteers (adults; or 10+ age with an adult)
DEADLINE: MARCH 7, 2024
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We welcome adults to volunteer. (Child aged 10+ are welcome to volunteer with an adult).
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Volunteer shifts are from 1.25 to 3 hours, with available shifts starting at 7am and ending at 6 pm.
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Volunteers are super helpful and friendly to everyone!
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Volunteers wear a white lab coat (provided)
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Volunteers are expected to be a resource for attendees, so it is helpful to read the program and acquaint yourself with the exhibit and bathroom locations
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​Any volunteer wearing a lab coat who happens to speak Spanish is invited to wear a special orange sash that says "se habla español."​
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Exhibitor Assistant (high school or college students)​
DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2024
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Exhibitor Assistants help with interactive activities. 6.5 hr. shifts. For the best selection of exhibitors, sign up between Jan. 15 and Feb. 15.
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Set-up and clean-up assistants have 2 hr. shifts: 8:00-10:00 a.m. or 4:00-6:00 p.m.
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Shifts vary from 2 to 6 ½ hours.
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Act as an exhibitor assistant, helping offer an interactive science activity.
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Receive community service hours.
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Volunteers will receive a recognition button (below)!
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Volunteers must agree to the (1) Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity Agreement; and (2) Adult Volunteer Code of Conduct.
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As a basic child safety precaution, adult volunteer names will be checked through the Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website and California Megan’s Law Sex Offender Registry.