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The Delaware Museum of Natural History offers a community service initiative especially for high school students. The Museum’s “Discovery Corps” lets students in grades 10 through 12 fulfill community service requirements while learning about nature and science. Discovery Corps opportunities include: natural history instructors and craft assistants at special events, live animal handlers, and “Science in Action Lab” demonstrators. The Museum holds eight annual special event days per year. Our 2009 –2010 calendar is as follows:
In addition, participants should attend short monthly meetings from October through April (to be held on Saturday mornings) to gain instruction in natural science topics and assist in the planning of the Museum’s special events. The Museum seeks a commitment of 20 to 40 hours per year from each member of the Discovery Corps to assist the Museum. The Museum is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization and hours spent interning can typically be used to meet community service requirements of schools. A letter confirming the number of volunteer hours will be sent to schools upon request. Students may also request a letter of recommendation for placement in their school file or for use in college or job applications. To Apply: Download an application as a PDF or Word document. Applications may also be requested by contacting Ms. Terri Reed, Director of Human Resources and Visitor Services, Delaware Museum of Natural History, P.O. Box 3937, Wilmington, DE 19807, treed@delmnh.org, or by calling 302-658-9111, ext. 324. The Delaware Museum of Natural History is committed to providing equal opportunity for all. Application deadline: September 30, 2009
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Each event is held from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For staffing purposes we divide each event day into three 2 ½ hour shifts. Discovery Corps members must be available for a minimum of six special event shifts during the school year.