Volunteer at the Capitol Museum

Beginning Monday, June 6, the Arizona Capitol Museum will be open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Gift Shop will be open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Self-guided tours are available during the summer months and guided tours will resume in the fall. Maps and student activity packets are available at the Museum information desk.
Tour guide Trolley Installation Building Tour

The Arizona Capitol Museum relies on our dedicated volunteers and loyal members for external support for new exhibits, special events, and activities. We do not charge for admission, programs, or facility use. General operating expenses are covered by state funds through the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State. Help us grow by supporting the museum.

Volunteer and Internship Opportunities

Help make the Arizona Capitol Museum a welcoming place by greeting visitors, providing information about the museum, and offering directions. Museum ambassadors staff the front desk and educate visitors on the museum floor.

We are always on the lookout for dynamic, curious individuals who want to be a part of the Arizona Capitol Museum team.

Volunteers play pivotal roles in sharing our rich collections, exhibitions, and educational programming with Arizonans and visitors from around the world.

Volunteer Application

Our Volunteers

Guest Service Guide

Welcome and direct visitors by sharing information about the museum, capitol events, and the surrounding areas.

Exhibit and Floor Guide

Engage with visitors of all backgrounds and ages to share expertise on one or more of our exhibits. Help direct visitors as they move throughout the museum.

Tour Guide

Every year, over 20,000 fourth graders visit the museum on a fieldtrip and receive a tour from one of our talented guides. Progressive training on Arizona history curriculum and special exhibits is provided.

GIFT SHOP Attendant

Welcome and provide excellent customer service to all visitors. Assist with merchandising, answer questions, and provide direction as requested.

volunteer benefits

  • Meet and interact with visitors from around the world
  • Leanr about Arizona history and culture through various learning styles
  • Invitations to exclusive events and exhibit openings including an annual Volunteer Appreciation Party
  • Eligible for Volunteer Recognition Awards
  • Satisfaction of giving back to the community
  • 20% discount in museum store

Internship Opportunities

Gain dynamic, professional experience through one of our many hands-on internship opportunities. Appropriate fields of study include museum studies, education,
history, tourism, art/design, marketing, and more. Internships are customized for personal educational and professional goals.

Internships are accepted on a rolling basis.

Internship Application

Intern Benefits

  • Meet and interact with visitors from around the world
  • Learn about Arizona history and culture through various learning styles
  • Flexible scheduling and option to choose preferred area of focus
  • Engage with the museum's permanent collection
  • Gain job and research experience to build a strong resume
  • Establish mentor and networking relationships
  • Invitations to exclusive events and exhibit openings
  • 20% discount in museum store