Become a Volunteer
Join our volunteer community! Wings Over the Rockies® has ongoing and seasonal volunteer opportunities. Read about them below to determine which is best for you:
- Core Volunteers: Commitment to volunteer at least 98 hours annually (or 49 hours for students) in guest-facing and behind-the-scenes roles.
- Summer Teen Volunteers: Seasonal program in STEM education or project-based roles, with a commitment of once per week or 32 hours total.
- Group Volunteers: Volunteer with your corporation, club or group! Contact us at Volunteer@WingsMuseum.org or 303-360-5360 ext 128 to learn more.
Click the button below or scroll down to explore volunteer opportunities at both Wings Over the Rockies locations.
Become a Core Volunteer
Volunteers are a vital part of Wings Over the Rockies. We currently have over 300 active volunteers who help educate, inspire and excite all people about aviation and space endeavors of the past, present and future. The success of our museum largely depends on the dedication, time and talents of our volunteers.
Our community of volunteers work alongside historically significant aircraft and artifacts, receive a discounted membership, gain access to exclusive educational opportunities and more.
Core Volunteer
Opportunities
Include:
Air & Space Museum
- Docents – Provide guided tours for groups of all ages.
- Planetarium – Assist staff in the operation of the Wingsphere Planetarium on-site and off-site.
- Visitor Experience – Help guests make lasting memories by sharing information about the museum, opening cockpits, and operating science experiments and other interactive activities.
- Restorations – Restore aircraft and maintain the beauty of our historical displays.
- Curatorial & Exhibits – Interact with the history of aerospace contained within the artifact collection and library, conduct research and assist with exhibit fabrication.
Exploration of Flight
- Special Events – Volunteer for special events, such as showcases, fly-ins and corporate gatherings.
- Simulator Operator – Operate pilot-quality simulators for students and guests. Volunteer must be a CFI to operate certain simulators.
Become a Volunteer!
All Core Volunteers Must:
- Complete an application
- Complete a background check
- Pay a one-time $45 volunteer fee
- Volunteer at least 98 hours per year (49 hours for students)
- Be at least 16 years old
Application process:
- Fill out application.
- Wait 3-4 weeks to hear from a Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum representative.
- Complete orientation and role-specific training.
Questions on volunteering or the application process?
Contact Volunteer@WingsMuseum.org or call 303.360.5360 ext 128.
Exhibits
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