The Fabrication Shop at the Maryland Science Center is responsible for maintaining and repairing current exhibits, creating exhibit pieces for the museum, and making activities for the other departments that can be fabricated in-house. We are looking for Woodworkers, Makers, DIYers, Artists, and any other Tradesfolk passionate about science and education who would like to help enrich the experience of the young minds coming through our doors.
Basic Duties:
- Fixing broken exhibits on or off the exhibit floor
- Tasks assigned by Head Fabricator relevant to exhibit projects including cut-lists and assembly of exhibit pieces
- Cleaning and organizing the shop
- Finishing tasks as needed: sanding, filling, painting, and finishing
- Tool maintenance and sharpening
- Complete work order tasks assigned to fabrication shop
Preferred Skills:
- Basic knowledge of tools and shop safety
- Comfortable on ladders
- Ability to lift 25-50lbs infrequently preferred
- Ability to read plans and follow a cut-list
- Shop orientation and training as needed
Seeking Volunteers with Knowledge of:
- Woodworking, Cabinetry, Machining (Manual and CNC), and/or Welding
- Machine maintenance and calibration
- General fix-it know-how
- 3D modeling
Training:
Shop orientation and project guidelines provided by Exhibit Fabrication Team. Willing to teach skills listed above to anyone passionate about science education or making whacky things!
Schedule:
Opportunities to volunteer usually occur between the hours of 9am and 4:30pm Wednesday – Sunday.
Minimum Commitment:
At least one 4-hour shift every other week, for a minimum of three months. A willingness to volunteer for additional hours is always welcome!
Interested?
Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, by phone 410-779-1627 or email volunteers@mdsci.org to find out if the position you’re interested in is accepting volunteers at this time.
To apply for a volunteer position, please download and fill out the adult volunteer application and return by email to volunteers@mdsci.org.
Group volunteering is considered on a case-by-case basis; there’s not always a job available when the group is! Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at volunteers@mdsci.org to arrange.