Volunteer
Volunteer at the Madison Children’s Museum to make a difference in the lives of families and children, while having fun along the way! MCM has a variety of volunteer opportunities for everyone! See below for more details.
Who Volunteers
- Youth (ages 12-17)
- Adults (ages 18 and above)
- Families
- Groups and Organizations (group size 10 and under)
Why Volunteer
Below are some reasons why people volunteer:
- To make a difference in the community
- To meet new people
- To build your resume
- To put a smile on a child’s face
- To teach a child something new
Requirements
All Volunteers
All volunteers must complete a Volunteer Application and clear a background check prior to their first day.
Regularly Scheduled Volunteers
Volunteers who want to commit to a weekly shift must:
- Complete and submit a Volunteer Application
- Come to the museum for an informational interview
- Clear a background check
- Attend a General MCM Orientation
- Complete training specific to the volunteer position
- Commit to one session of volunteering
Volunteer Sessions
- Spring Session: January through May
- Summer Session: June through August
- Fall Session: September through December
Volunteer Opportunities
Group and Organization Opportunities
If you are interested in having your group or organization volunteer at MCM, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 608.256.6445 ext. 552 for more details!
Youth, Adult, and Family Volunteer Opportunities
To find out more about regularly scheduled volunteer positions, click on the titles below for more information. Each position description lists volunteer tasks, shifts times, and requirements. Please note that all shifts are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Apply
To apply for any of the volunteer positions listed above, please follow the simple steps below:
1.) Fill out the application below that best corresponds to your age.
Adult Volunteer Application: For individuals age 18 and older.
Youth Volunteer Application: For individuals age 12 to 17 years. Please have a parent/guardian sign the application.
2.) Return the completed form by e-mail, fax, or mail to:
Carrie Krecak
Madison Children’s Museum
100 N. Hamilton Street
Madison, WI 53703
E-mail
Fax: 608.268.1398
3.) Once the completed form has been received, you will be contacted for the next step in the application process.
Questions
If you have questions, feel free to contact Carrie Krecak, Volunteer Coordinator, at 608.256.6445 ext. 552.
Thanks for your interest in Madison Children’s Museum! We look forward to having you become part of our museum community!