What you’ll do
Our volunteer program covers a bit of everything here at Questacon! As part of our team, you’ll:
- be challenged by curious young (and young-at-heart) minds wanting to know why and how,
- encourage visitors to get the most out of their visit to Questacon. One minute you might be telling a young child which button to push, and the next minute explaining a complex concept to an adult,
- learn to become a confident communicator, because our visitors are from all ages and backgrounds,
- be patient and prepared for unusual questions.
What you’ll get from us
As a volunteer, you’ll receive:
- thorough ongoing training and support
- a $10 travel reimbursement for each 4 hour shift you complete
- parking free of charge during shift
- discounts from Atomic Catering and the Questacon Shop
- heaps of smiling faces.
Hours
Our volunteers can work up to 16 hours per week.
We can offer flexible volunteering hours because we are open 7 days a week.
Eligibility
A Questacon Volunteer Explainer engages visitors of all ages by delivering interactive demonstrations and facilitating hands‑on experiences that make STEM concepts accessible, enjoyable, and inspiring. They support Questacon’s visitor experience by communicating science confidently, promoting curiosity, and contributing to a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
Our volunteers are passionate about science and technology and want to share this with our visitors.
You must be 17 years or older to become a volunteer.
How to apply
Want to volunteer with us? Fill in an application form and email it to volunteering@questacon.edu.au.
Download the volunteer application form
Find out more
For more information about volunteering, please call us on 02 6270 2800 or email us at volunteering@questacon.edu.au.