Category Archives: Science

College Access, Math, Philadelphia, Science, STEM

Philadelphia Education Fund

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Updated 10/25/2019

 Philadelphia Education Fund works with both students and teachers to improve the quality of education and create opportunities for youth preparing for college.

The Philadelphia Math + Science Coalition is part of the explore STEM Philly Initiative to increase student interest in science, technology, engineering, and math.  needs volunteers to assist year-round with science fairs or as teaching resources. Students can choose to either participate on an occasional basis or set up a more long-term relationship in the classroom. For more information about this program, contact Don Mckinney at dmckinney@philaedfund.org, or call 215-665-1400, ext. 3319.

For an overview, check out their volunteer page here: http://www.philaedfund.org/get-involved/volunteer

Philadelphia Education Fund is located at 1709 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Suite 700, Philadelphia PA, 19103

Philadelphia, Science, STEM

The Association of Women in Science

Updated 10/25/2019

The Association of Women in Science (AWIFS) is an organization based in Philadelphia dedicated to raising awareness of STEM and forensic science research by providing community outreach and networking opportunities for female individuals. Additionally, AWIFS is committed to providing educational opportunities for youth who are interested pursuing forensic science as a career. AWIFS is lead by professionals, college students, and community leaders who believe in education and bringing drug awareness/prevention to urban environments.

From the AWIFS website: “Commitment to the inclusion, advancement, and recognition of women as members of the forensic science community with a focus on bringing women in science together to “Network & Inspire”.”

College student volunteers with interest and/or experience in forensics or criminal justice are especially welcome. Some volunteer responsibilities may include STEM outreach/awareness, preparing and demonstrating hands-on activities, lesson plans, and exhibits, facilitating lectures and discussions on the topic of forensic science, and instructing students on proper material usage.

For more information, contact AWIFS through email at info@awifs.org or through telephone at 1-888-494-2112

Environmental, Musuem Education, Science, STEM

The Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University

Mission:

Founded in 1812, the Academy of Natural Sciences is America’s oldest natural history museum and a world leader in biodiversity and environmental research. The mission of the Academy is to encourage and cultivate the sciences, explore the remarkable diversity of the natural world, and share these discoveries with the public through innovative exhibits, publications, and educational programming.

Programs/Services Offered

The Academy of Natural Sciences offers educational programs, camps, workshops and exhibits for visitors of all ages, including  the annual George Washington Carver Science Fair and the Women in Natural Sciences Enrichment Program.

The Academy also encompasses the Center for Environmental Policy (CEP),  a key player in the environmental and sustainability community of the greater Philadelphia region. Bringing together scientists, policy makers, and the general public around issues of critical environmental importance, the CEP provides non-partisan, science-based information on key environmental issues, promotes solutions, and builds awareness. The CEP offers regular public programs held at the Academy on relevant topics, and also serves as a logistical hub for local working groups organized around sustainability issues.

Student Opportunities:

The Academy of Natural Sciences offers both volunteer and internship opportunities.

Volunteers can serve as exhibit guides, research assistants, or can help in the live animal center and children’s summer camp.

To apply, submit an application form and select Internship Program under Assignment Preference. For additional information contact the Volunteer Services Department at 215-299-1029 or volunteers@ansp.org.

The Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (215) 299-1000

Arts, Musuem Education, Philadelphia, Science, STEM

The Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute’s Mission: In the spirit of inquiry and discovery embodied by Benjamin Franklin, the mission of The Franklin Institute is to inspire a passion for learning about science and technology.

The Franklin Institute offers internships in the Curatorial Department, Exhibit Development and Design, Science Education and Youth Programs, among many other opportunities.

Visit the webpage to learn how about the opportunities, and about how to apply.

Volunteer opportunities: https://www.fi.edu/volunteer

Internship opportunities: https://www.fi.edu/internships

Questions? Please contact the Volunteer Department at 215.448.1163 or volprog@fi.edu, 9am-5pm weekdays.