Give a Few Hours.
Shape a Future.
STEM for the Future runs entirely on volunteers. No formal teaching experience required — just a genuine desire to make a difference for young people in your community.
Ways to Get Involved
Roles for every schedule, skill set, and experience level.
STEM Mentor
Work directly with students aged 6–18 during sessions. Guide them through experiments, coding challenges, and engineering builds. Our most impactful role.
- 2–4 hrs/week
- In-person at partner sites
- Full training provided
Workshop Facilitator
Lead structured workshops for specific age groups. Ideal for university students in education, engineering, or computer science.
- 3–5 hrs/week
- Weekday or weekend
- Curriculum support provided
Community Outreach
Reach families who need us most. Represent STEM For The Future at community events and support local registration drives.
- Flexible hours
- Event-based commitment
- Great for extroverts
Content & Curriculum
Develop lesson plans, activity guides, and digital resources. Perfect for educators or subject-matter experts in any STEM field.
- Remote-friendly
- Flexible timeline
- Portfolio-building opportunity
Photography & Media
Capture the moments that tell our story. Photograph events, create social content, and help share our impact with the broader community.
- Event-based
- Creative freedom
- Great for hobbyists
Fundraising Support
Help write grant applications, research funding opportunities, and support donor relations. Valuable experience in nonprofit development.
- Remote or in-person
- 5–8 hrs/month
- Business or writing background preferred
What We Ask of Volunteers
We take the safety and wellbeing of every child seriously. All volunteers working directly with youth must meet these requirements before their first session.
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Criminal Record Check
A Vulnerable Sector Check is required for all mentors and facilitators. We help guide you through the process.
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Volunteer Orientation
Complete our 2-hour orientation covering child safety, program structure, and our code of conduct.
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Commitment to One Term
We ask for a minimum of one program term (8–10 weeks) so students can build meaningful mentorship relationships.
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Enthusiasm Over Experience
No formal teaching degree required. A genuine interest in STEM and love of working with young people is what matters most.
FAQ for Volunteers
Everything you need to know before applying.
We welcome youth and adult volunteers with a wide range of skills — STEM, education, research, design, media, and program support.
No. Many roles don't require prior teaching experience. Training and guidance are provided as needed.
Yes. Volunteer hours are tracked and can be verified upon request for school or work applications.
Commitments vary by role. Some roles are event-based with flexible hours; others ask for a consistent weekly block during a program term.
Yes. Volunteers are supported by program leads and are never expected to work alone. You'll have a point of contact at all times.
Yes. Volunteers gain hands-on experience, leadership opportunities, and documented impact that supports career applications, grad school, and professional growth.
Apply to Volunteer
We review applications within 2 business days.