Volunteer
Are you looking for ways to make worthwhile contributions to your city and pass along its wonderful history to others? The New Bedford Whaling Museum needs volunteers. Donating your time, interest, and energy can help the Museum in diverse ways to advance understanding of the whaling industry and the unique history of New Bedford.
As a volunteer we ask you to:
- Participate in a prescribed training program
- Establish a regular schedule for participating as a docent, or in the museum's library, archives, or by helping in other ways
- Belong to the New Bedford Whaling Museum
- Serve as a "goodwill ambassador" for the Museum
- Enjoy yourself!
The Museum will provide
- An opportunity for public service
- A professional orientation and training program
- An opportunity to meet new and interesting people
- A chance to promote the history of New Bedford
Opportunity
We seek to build an inclusive workforce and environment. We welcome and support people of all races, ethnicity, cultures and religions and seek to foster teamwork and effective partnerships among our staff. The talent, energy and skills of volunteers enable the Museum to serve all domains of the general public, including children, families, adults, and specialists. The museum receives many volunteer applications from interested, qualified individuals. This can make placing a volunteer opening suited to the wishes of prospective volunteers. To maximize the potential for a good fit between volunteer and prospective positions, you should indicate your areas(s) of interest on the application.
Basic Requirements
- All Volunteers are required to undergo a background check, including a CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) request.
- Volunteers are required to become NBWM members. This is important because members receive regular program information that is necessary to volunteers.
- Volunteers are responsible for attending the orientation and training sessions related to their volunteer committee or department as well as a brief orientation with Human Resources.
- Most volunteer positions require you to be available during regular Museum hours, however some positions may require weekend hours and evening hours for special events.
- A warm, professional demeanor and knowledge of Museum programs are important particularly in positions where interaction with the Museum guest will likely occur.