Museum or science center volunteering
Space Center Houston Teen Academic Year Program
Space Center Houston Teen Academic Year Program is a volunteer program run by Space Center Houston in Houston, TX. Open to: ages 14 to 17.
- Who can join
- Ages 14 to 17
- minimum age posted
- Status
- Opens seasonally
- Season
- School year
- Cost
- Not posted
About the program
Space Center Houston, the visitor center of NASA Johnson Space Center, runs teen volunteer programs during the school year and summer.
Teens give short presentations at exhibits, help with public programs and day camps, and work special events such as Galaxy Frights and Galaxy Lights.
Key facts
- Run by
- Space Center Houston
- Where
- Houston, TX
- Who can join
- Ages 14 to 17No less than 14 and not older than 17 years of age by October 17, 2026.
- Commitment
- 6 Saturdays (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.) between October 17 and March 13, plus 6 elective hours
- Applications
- Not currently accepting applications; applications for summer 2027 open January 1, 2027 (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)
- Cost
- Not posted
- To apply
- In-person interview
- Teen volunteer orientation
- Criminal background check
- One letter of recommendation from a non-family member
- Good fit for
- Engineering and Computer Science, Education
Making the most of it on a college application
- Stay long enough to take on more responsibility, such as a second year or training new volunteers.
- Keep a log of hours and a few specific moments. They become the activities list entry and, often, an essay.
- Pair it with something that shows the same interest from another side, such as a class, a competition, or a summer program.
Email me the Teen Academic Year Program details
A link to this page, with the age rule and application window, plus similar programs.
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| Opportunity | Where | Who can join | Commitment | When to apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children's Museum Houston Discovery SquadVolunteering · Museum or science center | Houston, TX | Ages 14 to 17 | Minimum 75 volunteer hours, during the summer or across the school year | Applications for 2026-2027 are closed; 2027-2028 applications open April 2027 (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability) |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science Moran Ecoteen Summer Volunteer ProgramVolunteering · Museum or science center | Houston, TX | Grades 9 to 11 | First-year Ecoteens commit to one two-week session | Complete the interest form to receive the application link (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability) |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science Moran Teen Advisory CouncilClub or organization · Museum or science center | Houston, TX | Ages 14 to 19 | Two-year term; monthly meetings (virtual and in person) plus council-planned events | Submit the interest form (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability) |
| The Health Museum (John P. McGovern Museum of Health & Medical Science) Volunteer ProgramVolunteering · Museum or science center | Houston, TX | 15 and up | Not posted | Year-round |
| Armand Bayou Nature Center Teen VolunteersVolunteering · Parks and environment | Pasadena, TX | Ages 14 to 17 | Not posted | Not posted |
| Fort Bend County Libraries Youth Volunteer OpportunitiesVolunteering · Library | TX | 12 and up | Not posted | Year-round |
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Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to join Space Center Houston Teen Academic Year Program?
Ages 14 to 17. No less than 14 and not older than 17 years of age by October 17, 2026.
How many hours does Space Center Houston Teen Academic Year Program require?
6 Saturdays (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.) between October 17 and March 13, plus 6 elective hours
When does Space Center Houston Teen Academic Year Program take applications?
Not currently accepting applications; applications for summer 2027 open January 1, 2027 (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)
What do you need to apply?
In-person interview, Teen volunteer orientation, Criminal background check, One letter of recommendation from a non-family member.
Sources and method
Suggested attribution: Dewey Smart. “Space Center Houston Teen Academic Year Program”. https://www.deweysmart.com/opportunities/space-center-houston-teen-volunteer-program.
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