Museum of Riverside

Volunteer Opportunities

Becoming a volunteer is a great way to help preserve and share Riverside’s history. The Museum of Riverside and its Heritage House offer several opportunities for volunteers. Volunteers can assist at Heritage House, help in the Museum’s gift shop, participate in special events and school programs, or lead tours. All Heritage House volunteers interact with Museum guests and provide general information about the Museum’s exhibitions and programs. Volunteers are also welcomed to assist with special collections support projects or by serving on a community advisory team. No experience is required, and training is provided.

Becoming a Volunteer

Volunteer opportunities are available through the City of Riverside Municipal Volunteer Program or by becoming a Riverside Museum Associates member. All volunteers must be at least 18 years old and complete a volunteer application. Applications and minimum qualifications are available on the City’s website at https://riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/training-development/volunteering. For more information, please contact the Museum.

Internships for University Students

The Museum of Riverside is able to host up to three interns per term. Internships are unpaid, and the Museum encourages interns to work with their university advisors to obtain course credit. Examples of work university interns might do includes assisting with public programs, working with the collections, leading tours and activities for school and group programs, and assisting with special marketing or research projects.