Now accepting applications!
Available Volunteer Positions
- Historic Location Host
- Astronomy Discovery Center Gallery Host & Usher
- Morning Field Trip Host
- Telescope Operator
- Archives & Collections (Archives positions currently full)
- Business Office
- Philanthropy
Application Requirements
- Minimum 10-hour commitment per month (~2 four-hour shifts + on-going training)
- Attend 5-hours of mandatory orientation and training prior to first shift
- Must pass a background check (previous convictions not necessarily disqualifying)
- Adherence to Lowell Observatory policies and standards of conduct
- Punctuality and commitment to assigned tasks and shifts
- 5 additional hours of mandatory training prior to first shift
- Ability to positively engage with public visitors to foster a sense of wonder and awe
Volunteer Orientation Dates
Saturday, April 18th, 10am-1pm or Wednesday, April 22nd, 3-6pm
Saturday, May 30th, 10am-1pm or Wednesday June 3rd, 3-6pm
Saturday, July 11th, 10am-1pm or Wednesday, July 14th, 3-6pm
Two dates are available each month to accommodate your schedule and please complete the intake form prior to your selected orientation date.
Learn the Ropes
As a volunteer at Lowell, you’ll be trained on a variety of telescopes and other stargazing equipment. You will also learn fascinating things about the cosmos, including astrophysics, planetary science, constellation mythology, and much more!
Interact with Guests
Lowell volunteers spend much of their time chatting with guests, answering their questions about the cosmos and operating portable telescopes for guests to view objects through during busy nights at the big telescopes.
Run Open Houses
Volunteers are also our go-to’s for running open houses at the historic buildings on our campus, like the Pluto Discovery Telescope and the Rotunda Museum.
Enjoy Flexible Hours
Our volunteer hours are flexible! We’ll work with you to ensure that volunteering fits into your busy schedule.
Corporate Volunteers
If you are interested in arranging a group/corporate volunteer opportunity, please contact volunteer@lowell.edu.