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Volunteer Opportunities

If you possess a strong passion for the work conducted by the Archaeological Research Institute (ARI) and desire to devote your time to help us achieve our mission, we extend an invitation for you to explore our wide range of volunteer opportunities!

We wholeheartedly welcome volunteers from all walks of life, regardless of skill level, interests, background, age, or abilities. There are volunteer opportunities roles that suit everyone’s unique abilities and interests!

Looking to donate your time and energy to ARI without the added step of getting a certification? There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer at ARI that do not require a certification. 

No Certification Needed Opportunities:

  • Garden, Trails & Archaeological Site Care and Maintenance
  • Research
  • Fundraising
  • Organization Operations –Marketing, Advertising, Office Organization, Gift Shop Inventory
  • Newsletter
  • Events
  • Grant Writing

Serving to Preserve

ArchaeoCorps Volunteers

ARI and AmeriCorps have joined forces to provide paid service opportunities. These positions encompass a wide range of responsibilities, time commitments, and compensations. As an AmeriCorps member, you will have the chance to acquire valuable skills and gain professional experience in various fields such as public archaeology, program development and management, resource development, marketing, or non-profit management. The specific skills learned will depend on the particular service position that piques your interest.

Apply to be an ARI Volunteer

We wholeheartedly welcome volunteers from all walks of life, regardless of skill level, interests, background, age, or abilities. There are volunteer opportunities roles that suit everyone’s unique abilities and interests!

Volunteer

Our volunteer opportunities range from working alongside staff archaeologists, pursuing your own historic and archaeological research or helping up with general ARI operations and events.

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University and School Partnerships

Interested in sending your students to our field school? Contact us today to learn about one of our many opportunities for student learning.

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