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Volunteering at the Butterfly House & Aquarium is an experience like none other in the area!
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Volunteering at the Butterfly House & Aquarium is an experience like none other in the area! Our volunteers come from all walks of life and commit to a schedule according to what best fits their availability. Some volunteer once to several times a week, while others come in a couple times a month.
With over one million guests served since 2002, the Butterfly House & Aquarium’s Volunteers play a vital role the daily operations. A completed application is your first step in joining our team of dedicated Volunteers.
Our Volunteers interact with nearly every guest and serve as a learning resource for those who enter the space. They help individuals connect and engage with ocean life and tropical butterflies. Volunteers gain and acquire many skills including guest interaction, species identification, and environmental education with aquatic life and butterflies.
All Volunteers receive in-depth training in their department to equip them with the knowledge to enhance each guest's visit.
Please note: the Butterfly House & Aquarium is not able to provide volunteering tasks to help individuals fulfill court-appointed volunteer hours. Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator with any questions.
Benefits
- Learn and interact with beautiful tropical butterflies and fascinating ocean creatures
- Socialize with guests from around the world
- Volunteers receive free, year-round admission*
- 40% discount in the Gift Shop*
*pending participation requirements
Volunteer Position Availabilities
At this time, the Butterfly House & Aquarium is especially looking for community members to commit to volunteering on Weekday afternoons and Weekends. If you have any questions about other week days, volunteering needs, or your availability, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator.
Requirements
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old to volunteer in the Butterfly House & Aquarium, unsupervised. Those under 18 years of age must have a parent complete and sign a consent form prior to their first assignment. Background screening may be required for some positions. Those seeking an internship must be currently enrolled in a college or university.
Husbandry Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
What the Volunteers Have to Say...
"The volunteer internship at the Butterfly House & Aquarium has taught me to take responsibility in leadership and has opened me up to opportunities in this field. I have learned a lot here, about myself, and how to push myself forward."
Aaliyah Johnson
"One of my interests is wildlife conservation and awareness by being a voice and steward for the earth. Volunteering here provides a unique opportunity to combine these passions."
Justin Garry
"It is a fun and exciting place to be! You meet so many people, and the staff and volunteers are great people who truly care about this crazy world we live in."
Jackie Hanson
Volunteers In Action!
Let's Get in Touch
Have a question? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator:
Call 605-334-9466 ext. 14 or email volunteer@sdaquarium.org