Volunteer at Whipple Observatory.

Do you love Arizona skies and stars? Do you want to share your excitement about science with others? Do science experiments? Volunteer at Whipple Observatory!

video describing whipple observatory and what volunteers do

Video of Whipple Observatory volunteer Steven Brown explaining why he loves volunteering

Listen to Steven Brown of Green Valley, Arizona share what he loves about volunteering at Whipple Observatory.

Our volunteers love hanging out in the Santa Ritas and getting to know visitors.

Volunteers of Whipple Observatory live nearby but come from all over the country and are excited to share in learning with others.

Volunteer Open House

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 10am-2pm

Join current volunteers and staff of the Science Center to learn more about what it's like to volunteer at Whipple Observatory.

Please note: This event takes place at the Science Center, located at the base of Mt. Hopkins. Please *do not* drive up the mountain. This event requires registration and is limited to 30 people.

Open Volunteer Positions

Tour Guides

Tour guides lead visitors on three different tours of the Observatory: walking tour of the gamma-ray telescopes, a walking tour of the nature areas, and transported tours to the Ridge and Summit telescopes.

Science Center Docents

Science Center Docents are frontline in the Science Center, and the first interaction our visitors have with Whipple Observatory. From answering phones, greeting visitors, and assisting with exhibits engagement, you truly make the experience!