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Volunteering at Jodrell Bank
We currently have openings for Visitor Engagement Volunteers.
Our Visitor Engagement Volunteers are key to delivering extraordinary guest experiences. They provide essential orientation, exceptional customer service, and engaging interactions making each day truly special.
The role involves:
- Making visitors feel welcome and answering questions.
- Helping to direct visitors around the site.
- Helping with craft activities.
- Talking to visitors about the science of the site.
- Helping with day and evening events.
To enquire about volunteering, please contact becky.cowie@manchester.ac.uk.
Please note: The volunteer opportunities are focused on public engagement with science. It does not include access to the observatory or involvement in its scientific work.
Work Experience
We are no longer taking new applications for work placements this academic year (24-25). We will be taking applications from June onwards for the new academic year (September 2025).
Designed for year 10 and year 12 students, the work experience is based at Jodrell Bank Centre for Engagement and focuses on our public engagement activities, interacting with schools and members of the public to educate them on the history and work of our site.
Typical activities.
- Shadowing the Engagement team, directing members of the public, and supporting school groups.
- Assisting with presenting films, talks, and shows.
- Working in visitor centre galleries, answering visitors’ questions, and giving directions.
The work experience runs over four days (Tuesday to Friday).
Please note: This work experience is focused on public engagement with science. It does not include access to the Observatory or involvement in its scientific work. The Department of Physics and Astronomy’s work placement program is specifically designed for undergraduate students in their penultimate year of study.