Volunteer as a science leader

We exclusively reach young people from City Heights, a low-income, urban, and racially diverse community. By providing young people with science education, mentorship, and the tools to overcome challenges, they break the cycle of poverty and enter science and science-related fields.

We need volunteers who are racially diverse and willing to share their journey of becoming a scientist! Many of our students have never seen a scientist who looks like them, which is not acceptable. Because of this, we commit to ensuring 2/3 of all volunteers are individuals of color.

About the Opportunity

Participate in a virtual Q & A about your career pathway and journey as a science leader. Encourage and answer questions that help students explore science and various career paths.

Science leaders participate in a 20-minute Q & A for Kinder-8th grade students learning about coastal ecosystems.

MORE DETAILS

• Prepare 1-2 visuals (e.g., photos, videos, research equipment, etc.) to support your conversation.
• Connect what you do to the lesson of the day (we will help you prepare).
• Must be an undergraduate student, graduate student, or professional who works in science or science-related fields.

TIME Commitment  

• Two 20 minute virtual appearances.
• One 30-minute block to review reading materials and prepare slides.

Dates and Times

We offer both morning and afternoon sessions.

• Morning Session
  • 2nd Grade: 10:35am – 10:55am
  • 5th Grade: 10:50am – 11:10am
• Afternoon Session
  • K -8: 3:45pm – 4:15pm.
• Open dates
  • September 14th – December 16th.

Location

Virtually over Zoom for 20 minutes.

 

Step 1: Fill out a Volunteer Application.

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

 

Step 2: Sign-up for the dates and times that work for you!