A woman wearing a red "Berlin Science Week" hoodie, a hat and a scarf, speaking to a couple
A woman wearing a red "Berlin Science Week" hoodie, a hat and a scarf, speaking to a couple

Call for Volunteers

Every year Berlin Science Week transforms the city into a vibrant festival of scientific ideas and debates.  

With over 180 participating organisations and more than 600 involved scientists, artists, politicians, and other inspiring initiators, Berlin Science Week captivates a diverse audience of over 30,000 participants. From our dynamic festival hubs, CAMPUS at the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin, and Science & Culture FORUM at Holzmarkt 25, to various venues across the city, and online events from around the world, we ignite a lively platform for public exchange around topics of science and research and their role for a better tomorrow for all.  

We are looking for volunteers to help with the implementation of the upcoming Berlin Science Week between 1-10 NOVEMBER 2024 – at the CAMPUS, in the FORUM, and overall in Berlin. If you are a science enthusiast, have experience with science communication or event organisation, and are proficient in English or German, we want you! 

Your tasks: 

  • Support the Berlin Science Week team with logistics and the implementation of events on site at the Berlin Science Week CAMPUS at the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin, the Art & Science FORUM at Holzmarkt 25, and other locations in Berlin (1-10 NOVEMBER). 
  • Visitor information and support.
  • Conduct participant surveys during in-person events between 1–10 NOVEMBER.
  • Support with guest management (both partners and visitors) and visitor registration. 

Your benefits: 

  • Payment of 13€/hour 
  • The chance to engage in a wide array of science events across Berlin.
  • Gaining insights into the latest scientific developments. 
  • Gaining insights into event management 
  • A Berlin Science Week Hoodie. 
  • A certificate of attendance. 

Requirements: 

  • Permission to work in a freelance/independent capacity in Berlin.
  • You need to be available on 24 OCTOBER for a 2-hour online briefing session (1–3 pm CEST). The briefing takes place in English.
  • A background in science, research, or academia is preferable but not required. 

We’re eager to have you on board! Please apply by filling out the form below by 12 OCTOBER at the latest. Volunteers will be informed about the status of their application on 14-15 October.

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