Volunteers
Volunteers are vital to the operation of all our programs. Joining our team through our marine volunteer opportunities can make a meaningful contribution. From helping educate the public to assisting with daily responsibilities, we simply could not do it without volunteers.
Thank you for everything you do! Your effort and dedication inspire people to preserve our marine environments, and we are truly grateful.
Volunteer Benefits
There are many perks that go along with volunteering at Bay Ecotarium, including:
- Ongoing professional training
- Individual Plus Aquarium membership (after 100 hours of service)
- First-hand look at behind-the-scenes operations
- 25% Aquarium gift shop discount
- Recognition, guest passes, and awards for hours served
- Volunteer appreciation events
- Satisfaction of knowing you are helping us in our mission to protect, conserve and inspire conservation of San Francisco Bay and its watershed, from the Sierra to the Sea.
Volunteer Requirements
Here you can find a list of open opportunities for volunteering at Aquarium of the Bay.
ALL volunteers are required to attend a volunteer orientation and commit to the role for a minimum of 6 months. For certain volunteer roles, there may also be physical and/or experience requirements. ALL ANIMAL CARE AND DIVE VOLUNTEER MUST BE 18 YEARS OLD.
Teen Volunteers
Teen volunteers must be 14-15 years old. Limited availability.
Position Description:
Click here to view the SEA Team Volunteer position description.
Volunteer Diver
Weekend availability for dive and animal care shifts can fill up quickly, waitlists may appear.
Position Description:
Click here to view the Volunteer Diver position description.
Animal Care Volunteer
Weekend availability for dive and animal care shifts can fill up quickly, waitlists may appear.
Position Description:
Click here to view the Animal Care Volunteer position description.
Education Docent Volunteer
Position Description:
Click here to view the Education Docent Volunteer position description.
Education Summer Docent Volunteer
Applications are closed!
Position Description:
Click here to view the Education Summer Docent Volunteer position description.
Feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] with any questions you may have.
Other Volunteer Opportunities
Want to volunteer for one of our events? For more information, please email us at [email protected].