- Traveling Exhibits
- Dead Sea Scrolls Through October 14
- Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition November 10 - April 7
- Continuing Exhibits
- First Floor
- Kid Science
- Space Command
- The Train Factory
- Second Floor
- Amazing Machine
- The Franklin Airshow
- Franklin National Memorial
- The Giant Heart
- Electricity
- Changing Earth
- Third Floor
- Sir Isaac's Loft
- Sports Challenge
- Fourth Floor
- Joel N.Bloom Observatory
- Traveling Exhibits
Volunteer Opportunities for High School Students
There are several exciting summer volunteer opportunities for high school students at The Franklin Institute:
Junior Science Presenter Volunteer Program (FULL FOR SUMMER 2012)
Are you looking for a fun and exciting summer volunteer experience? Students entering grades 9 and 10, who are between the ages of 14-16, are eligible to apply for a Junior Science Presenter position for summer 2012. Participants will develop public speaking skills, learn more about science, and have fun interacting with Franklin Institute visitors! Throughout the course of the summer, you will learn the ins and outs of informal education, present hands-on science activities to museum visitors, and work with Franklin Institute staff to develop new public programs. Time will be spent both "behind the scenes" and out on the museum floor. No prior work experience needed, just an enthusiasm for learning! After completing the program you will be eligible to continue volunteering as a Science Presenter.
Interested applicants should be entering the 9th or 10th grade and must be between the ages of 14 and 16. Students entering the 11th or 12th grade, or those older than 16, may apply for the regular Science Presenter position (see below). The Junior Science Presenter Volunteer Program will be held throughout the summer on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:00AM-3:30PM. This program can accommodate up to 10 participants and will begin on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 and go through Thursday, August 30, 2012. If you are interested in getting involved, please submit your completed application by the end of May 2012.
CLICK HERE for the Junior Science Presenter Volunteer Application.
 2011 Junior Science Presenters Ben and LaShae. |
 Discovery Camp Counselors-in-Training. |
 Zach in the Joel N. Bloom Observatory. |
Science Presenter Volunteer Opportunity (FULL FOR SUMMER 2012)
Science Presenters interpret and present hands-on, interactive cart activities to visitors and offer educational support in the museum's exhibits. Science Presenters will practice excellent customer service, interpersonal communication, and public speaking skills, while expanding visitor exposure to science learning. Interested applicants should be at least 17 years of age and available to volunteer a minimum of 2 days per week throughout the summer.
Discovery Camp Counselor In Training Volunteer Opportunity (FULL FOR SUMMER 2012)
Serve as a Counselor-In-Training, assisting senior staff in all aspects of Discovery Camp. Interested applicants must be at least 15 years of age and be available to volunteer for at least one full camp session. Applicants should enjoy working with children. CLICK HERE for session dates and themes.
Guest Services Volunteer Opportunity (FULL FOR SUMMER 2012)
Guest Services volunteers give a warm greeting to each guest that passes their check point, provide directions to shows, theaters and exhibit halls, and answer questions. Interested applicants must be at least 15 years of age, should enjoy working with people, and available to volunteer a minimum of 2 days per week throughout the summer.
CLICK HERE for the Volunteer Service Application