Volunteer
Volunteering at the Adler is a wonderful and unique experience. There are a variety of opportunities to get involved.
Volunteer Benefits
These are some of the benefits that you get when you become a volunteer at the Adler.
- Become part of a dynamic scientific and educational environment.
- Receive the latest information about astronomical discoveries, special events and Chicago happenings through the volunteer newsletter.
- Free admission to the Adler and free admission to theater shows.
- Discounts at Cafe Galileo's and the Adler Store.
- Free or reduced admission to many of Chicago's museums and cultural institutions.
- Discounted Parking
Volunteer Open Houses
Interested in volunteering at the Adler but still have questions? Attend an upcoming Volunteer Open House and learn more about the opportunities available at the Adler, how the volunteer program works and how to get started on the process of joining the Adler volunteer team.
Stay tuned for our next Open House!
Available Opportunities to Work with the Public
Adler After Dark Registration Greeter
Help with pre-registered attendees and orient visitors during out monthly Adler After Dark event.
After Hours Education Host
Adler After Dark, a 21+ event held the third Thursday of every month, has DJs, special lectures and programs, telescope observing and educational activities. Outgoing and engaging volunteers mingle with attendees to spark, enthuse, inspire and provide an unparalleled visitor experience.
Astro-Overnight Assistant
Teach families and scout groups about exploring the Solar System Friday evenings between 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. If you enjoy working with a lot of kids in a faced-paced environment, this is the perfect position for you.
Audience Research Assistant
Assist in the collection of information about Adler visitors and how they participate with programs and exhibits.he world.
Telescope Facilitator
One of the highlights for many Adler visitors is the chance to see night-sky objects during evening events. Join the team of dedicated Telescope Facilitators and operate telescopes on the Skywatcherís Terrace during ongoing programs such as Adler After Dark and Astro-Overnights as well as during special events on-site and off-site.
Web and Social Media Assistant
The Interactive Media department is the online voice of the Adler Planetarium community. We manage the website, podcast, and social media spaces such as Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, and YouTube. We are also involved in the design, development, and evaluation of digital interactives. This position would entail investigation into "what's up" in space and at the Adler, and preparing communications for the public. The Web and Social Media assistant will also work as the public face to face at events such as Adler After Dark, Adler Tweetups, and evaluation of digital interactives.
Available Opportunities to Work Behind the Scenes
Far Horizons Project Assistant
To assist Astronomy staff in assembling components of a near-space ballooning system project called Far Horizons.
Application
After you complete and submit the application to the Volunteer Department, if selected, you will be contacted for an interview. We will then discuss the best fit between the museum's needs and your interests and availability.
- Around the Adler
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Volunteers help staff behind-the-scenes as well as on the museum floor.
- Did you know?
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Most of the visualizations seen in Grainger Sky Theater were created from real scientific data.
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Help support the Adler by contributing today!
