Discover the fun of working at Discovery Place.
Join our team and help bring extraordinary educational experiences to children and families throughout the region.
We know that staff are the key ingredient to providing exceptional experiences to the thousands of visitors who interact with Discovery Place and Charlotte Nature Museum each day. So, we are dedicated to creating an outstanding workplace by hiring and training the most qualified people who share our values and passion for education with a twist of fun. In every area, we show appreciation for our staff by creating an environment that stimulates personal and professional growth.
Discovery Place, Inc. offers a competitive package of benefits to employees including:
- Health and dental insurance 1
- Life insurance 1
- Disability insurance 1
- Retirement plan 1
- Museum Membership
- Invitations to special events
- Museum discounts
1 available to full time employees only
Current Openings
Location: Discovery Place
Energetic, outgoing individual needed to fill the position of Birthday Party Presenter for our very popular birthday party program. Responsibilities include the role of host for the duration of the party, set up and break down of party room and...
Location: Charlotte Nature Museum
Position is responsible for greeting guests and processing admittance of visitors to Charlotte Nature Museum. Must be able to operate a computer and have experience working with a computerized cash register. Excellent communication skills required in order to...
Location: Charlotte Nature Museum
Seeking part time presenter for Charlotte Nature Museum to teach school programs and workshops as well as assist in the daily care and maintenance of live animals and plants. College degree in science, education or related field preferred with minimum completion...
Location: Discovery Place KIDS
Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville seeks part time Guest Services Associates for the new community-based children’s museum opening October 2010. Working approximately 20 hours per week, Guest Services Associates will process admittance and provide information...
Location: Discovery Place KIDS
Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville seeks part time Presenters for the new community-based children’s museum opening October 2010. Presenters will provide experiences that target children from birth to second grade. Working from 15-30 hours per week, Presenters...
Location: Discovery Place
This position will blend entertainment, education and creative interaction to provide Discovery Place visitors with memorable experiences. Presenters present shows and perform science demonstrations. Candidates must be creative, energetic with a science background and...
College internships are offered coinciding with the academic calendar and are operated within the individual institutions guidelines. To be considered for an internship with the Museums a student must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university as a junior or senior undergraduate (or...
Location: Discovery Place
Assist in daily operation of the Sales & Membership Department. Promote Museum activities and schedule individual and group visitor sales, primarily by phone. Must be detail orientated, have excellent customer service and communication skills and an articulate phone...
Location: Discovery Place
Greet guests and direct the arrival and departure of guests to and from the theatre. Maintain appearance of theatre and surrounding areas, assist guests with special needs and operate sound and automation equipment. Excellent customer service skills and good work...
Location: Discovery Place
Assist in and provide administrative assistance coordinating the volunteer services program for Discovery Place, Charlotte Nature Museum and Discovery Place KIDS. Essential functions include maintaining volunteer records, providing volunteer office support, assisting...
Ways to apply:
Instead of the application, you may submit a resume and cover letter. You must indicate which position you are applying for in the letter.
Applying for a Position
Applications are accepted for posted positions only. When submitting an application, you must specify the position you are applying for. Because of the large number of applications, we are unable to respond to every job applicant. The most qualified candidates for a position will be contacted to arrange an interview. Applications remain active for a period of 30 days.
Important Employment Information
Discovery Place, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Discovery Place is based upon abilities and qualifications without discrimination due to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, veterans' status or any other status or condition that is protected by applicable law. We work to maintain an environment free from discrimination and harassment. Discovery Place complies with federal and state employment laws which are available for review here: Employment Laws
Employment Inquires
Discovery Place Human Resources 704.372.6261 x300
jobs@discoveryplace.org
