Support the World's Best Glass Museum

Get Involved

Get Involved

There are many ways for all ages to get involved with The Corning Museum of Glass.  Become a Member and join others who want to support the world's best glass Museum (and enjoy great benefits at the same time!).  There are volunteer opportunities for youth to senior, and even special programs designed to give teens experience working and exploring at the Museum.

Docent

Docents (volunteer guides) provide valuable service to the Museum and to the wider community by volunteering their time to give tours to adults, families and school groups. They engage, educate and inspire visitors from around the world as they share their knowledge of 35 centuries of glass art,...

Volunteers at work

Volunteering at The Corning Museum of Glass is a fun and exciting way to meet new people, share your skills, and become a part of a world class museum right here in your community. We offer a variety of opportunities, many of which can be tailored to fit your individual skills and schedule. In...

Teen Volunteers

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a museum? Are you interested in learning valuable interpersonal and customer service skills, all while having fun with your friends? If so, consider becoming a teen volunteer at The Corning Museum of Glass! Teen volunteers can be found...

Explainer in the Glass Collection Gallery

High school and college students: Are you interested in working at The Corning Museum of Glass during the summer? Would you like to interact with visitors of all ages and teach them about Corning’s rich heritage and the art, history, science, and technology of glass? If so, apply to be a part of...

Junior Curators

Students in 8th grade through 12th grade are invited to join our after-school program. Learn what happens behind the scenes at the world’s best glass museum and curate an exhibition that will be viewed by thousands of visitors from around the world. Each week, the students learn about the art,...

Junior Scientists

Become a Junior Scientist at The Corning Museum of Glass. Explore the role of a scientist through hands-on investigation. Students in Grades 7 through 9 are invited to join museum educators, local scientists, and glassworking experts to discover glass properties and processes and to conduct...

The Education Department of The Corning Museum of Glass is seeking volunteers for the summer season. We are looking for students entering grades 8-10 who want to volunteer in a creative and fun environment. Students must be willing to commit to volunteer Monday- Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., for a...