Volunteer
VOLUNTEER WITH US!
Volunteers at Marine Discovery Center are the heart and soul of everything we do! Your passion and unstoppable energy keep our mission alive, making every day brighter and more inspiring. Ready to jump into this fun and friendly team? Explore the Volunteer Opportunities below and scroll down to learn how to become a volunteer with us!
Welcome Center
Love meeting people? Greet visitors, answer phones, book tours, help in the gift shop, and share your enthusiasm. Basic computer skills needed, and we’ll handle the training! Commitment: 4-hour shifts, once a week | Availability: Year-round (we need you now!) | Age: 16+.
Education
Join us in delivering fun, hands-on, feet-wet programs like field trips, homeschool days, and toddler adventures in our lab, classroom, dock, boat, or kayak. Availability: Mostly fall, winter, spring (limited in summer) | Age: 14+/16+ (varies by activity) and older.
School Holiday & Summer Camp
Help with our awesome Summer Adventure Camps (June–August) and school holiday camps year-round. Availability: Year-round | Age: 14+ or 16+ or older | Requirements: Under 18? Submit two recommendation letters. Over 18? Background check required.
Shoreline Restoration
Help with oyster shell recycling, mangrove planting, and more. Work happens year-round at MDC and beyond. Availability: Year-round | Age: 16+/18+ or older (varies by task).
Community Science
Be a part of research and data collection for the Indian River Lagoon! Help with animal and plant surveys, monitoring, and more. Projects vary by season. Availability: Year-round | Age: 14+
SWAT Team
Get your hands dirty and help keep us beautiful! Join our Site Work Action Team to tackle landscaping, mulching, and general maintenance tasks. Availability: Year-round | Age: 14+
General Maintenance
Have handy skills? Help us with carpentry, painting, or light construction projects to keep MDC running smoothly. Availability: Year-round (as needed) | Age: 14+
Exhibit Ambassador / Docent
Love our marine life? Become a docent and share info about our tanks and exhibits or help with cleaning and feeding. Training provided! Availability: Ongoing | Age: 14+
Events
Busy during the week? Help with events on weekends and evenings. Tasks range from setup to outreach. Availability: Mostly fall, winter, and spring | Age: 14+
Kayak Tour Sweeps
Experienced kayaker? Assist tour guides in keeping groups together during daily morning (and occasionally evening) tours. Availability: Limited | Age: 16+
Internships
Gain experience in education, restoration, exhibits, or events! Internship opportunities vary by season and MDC needs. Check our Jobs and Internships Page for details.
Group Volunteering
Corporate, school, or community group? Join us for projects like restoration, maintenance, or event support. Contact Wendy at [email protected] to learn more!
We currently are revamping our volunteer application process. As soon as we have everything in place, we will update this page.
In the meantime, if you are interested in volunteering please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected]
Our Mission:
"To protect our coastal ecosystems through education, conservation, and exploration"