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Water-Quality Lab Volunteers

This role is ideal for those interested in the scientific aspects of Shedd. Every day water-quality lab volunteers analyze water samples from around the aquarium. performing wet-chemical analyses, cleaning lab equipment and glassware, and recording data for distribution to staff. A minimum of high school A.P. chemistry is required, and additional college chemistry coursework or professional experience is helpful, as is familiarity with basic aquarium water parameters and tests.

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Ages

18+

REQUIRED COMMITMENT

1 year

SHIFT TIMES

Weekly and biweekly shifts, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A volunteer at the environmental quality lab works on a water sample.
Vials of water are lined up for testing at Shedd's environmental quality lab.
A dolphin looks on as a water sample is taken from the habitat for Shedd's Microbiome Project.

What are the benefits of being a Shedd volunteer?

  • Admission to the aquarium and other cultural institutions
  • The chance to see how Shedd works behind the scenes
  • Gift shop and café discounts and discounted parking while volunteering
  • Helping to spark compassion, curiosity and conservation for the aquatic animal world
  • Meeting a diverse group of staff members, volunteers and guests who share a passion for aquatic life