Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering in STEM is not just about sharing knowledge—it's about lighting a spark of curiosity and passion in the future generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators. Your expertise and passion is much needed for our upcoming events with local schools, community groups, and partner organizations. We welcome all STEM volunteers, STEM background or not. Sign up today and join us to make a tangible impact in inspiring future STEM leaders through diverse volunteer opportunities!
If this is your first time volunteering with us, please complete our volunteer form so that we can learn more information about you.
STEM Fridays w/Affirm Leadership Christian Academy
Date: 1st Friday Every Month
Time: 10:30AM-12:30PM
Location: Affirm Leadership Christian Academy
Event Details: Affirm Leadership Christian Academy provides STEAM and Architecture education for underrepresented girls, with a strong emphasis on Christian values, business, the arts, and exposure to STEM careers. Each month, Building Bridges, Inc. partners with the Academy to deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences that inspire confidence, creativity, and leadership in young women.
Volunteer Duties: As a volunteer, you can expect to: support instructors with classroom setup and activity preparation, assist students as they work through STEAM projects, encourage student participation and confidence during hands-on activities, share insights on STEM careers and pathways, and help with cleanup and resetting the classroom after activities.
Family STEM Night
Date: Friday, November 14
Time: 5pm-7pm
Location: Southside STEM Station
Event Details: We’re looking for volunteers to help make Family STEM Night a success! Hosted by Southside STEM Station, this community event will bring families together for an evening of fun, hands-on STEM exploration. Volunteers are essential in creating an engaging and welcoming experience for all participants.
Volunteer Duties: As a volunteer, you can expect to: assist with activity setup and preparation, support families and students as they participate in a STEM activity, encourage participation and confidence during the STEM activity, and help with cleanup and resetting the space after the event.
After-School w/ Lara Academy Pink Panthers
Date: Select Dates in October
Time: Specific Times
Location: Lara Academy
Event Details: Join us on select days in November and December for a hands-on science class at Lara Academy. Students will explore different STEM topics through fun experiments and projects designed to spark curiosity and build confidence.
Volunteer Duties: As a volunteer, you can expect to: support instructors with classroom setup and activity preparation, assist students as they work through STEAM projects, encourage student participation and confidence during hands-on activities, share insights on STEM careers and pathways, and help with cleanup and resetting the classroom after activities.