Education

Volunteer

Share an Affinity for Science & Education?

Support the museum and volunteer with us!
Join the top tier of volunteers and offer your time and expertise to the Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land. Volunteers provide vital support throughout the Museum, and ensure science education for generations to come by helping to expand understanding and incite curiosity!

HMNS Sugar Land is recruiting adult volunteers throughout the year, to help with school field trip visits, present our truly-cool touch carts, give hall tours, assist with Science on a Sphere, and so much more!
Volunteer Benefits:
Benefits include the joy of sharing your time and talents, working with a team of talented volunteers and staff, invitations to exclusive lectures and workshops, special dinner events and field trips, discounts at the museum Gift Shop and free admission to our venues, and access to the HMNS volunteer library. For more information on adult or teen volunteering at HMNS Sugar Land, email
Sugar Land Programs
sugarlandprograms@hmns.org

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SciTeen Program

Application opens January 17, 2025
Application closes March 17, 2025

Add your name to be contacted when Summer 2025 opens for new applicants.

Sugar Land SciTeen Program

The Sugar Land SciTeen Program supports science education at the museum by enhancing our visitors’ experience through teen led interactive demonstrations and presentations to engage visitors of all ages. During the summer, SciTeens learn skills that can enhance future resumes, applications, and careers; and enjoy learning and forming friendships with other teens who have interests in diverse areas of natural science.
General requirements for consideration
  • Be entering 9th to 12th grade following fall
  • Commit to a minimum of 4 weeks of volunteering during the summer
  • Complete the application process before deadline
  • Have the consent of a parent/guardian to participate