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 buttons 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 96 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.
Summer Teen Volunteer Program
Volunteer in the exciting world of aviation and space exploration! The Summer Teen Volunteer Program is a fun opportunity to volunteer in guest engagement or STEM education at Wings Over the Rockies. The Summer 2025 program will run from June 11 – August 2.
Opportunities are offered at both Wings locations for ages 14-17 within the focus areas of STEM education or project-based.
Perks of being a teen volunteer include free admission to both Wings Over the Rockies locations and a 25% discount at the museum store! Plus, develop skills in communication, education, and teamwork and complete community service hours required for graduation, honor societies or other school programs.
The Summer 2025 application period will be open from February 17 – April 25.
Teen Volunteer
Opportunities
Include:
Air & Space Museum
Wednesdays – Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
STEM Education
- Ages: 14-17
- Learn to engage guests by running demonstrations and discovery science carts, facilitating open cockpits and operating the planetarium.
Project-Based
- Ages: 16-17
- Be a part of an important museum project! Options include cockpit imaging, tour development and more. Teens will learn organization and project management skills.
Become a
Teen Volunteer!
All Teen Volunteers Must:
- Submit application
- Submit signed parental consent form by June 4, 2025
- Attend required training
- Meet volunteer time commitment of once per week or 32 hours total during program
- Be between the ages of 14 – 17
Application process:
- Submit application.
- Watch for an acceptance letter to be emailed to you the week of April 28.
- Submit requested follow-up documents, including parental consent form.
- Attend required training date.
Questions on volunteering or the application process?
Contact Volunteer@WingsMuseum.org or call 303.360.5360 ext 128.
