Part of YSA Melbourne’s core mission is to promote science to the youth of Australia. To do this, we rely on volunteers who give their time to change the perspectives and lives of those around them. It’s not all hard work, though, through their involvement with YSA, volunteers get access to behind the scenes tours of science research facilities such as the Australian Synchrotron and The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research, just to name a few, as well as the opportunity to rub shoulders with professors, teachers, and distinguished scientists, researchers and engineers. You also get to have an amazing time getting to know and spending time with YSA's community and friendly members.

All volunteers receive comprehensive training so that they are equipped with all of the knowledge required to be effective science communicators. Volunteers learn how to be a positive science mentor for students, run YSA science outreach activities, and work in a team environment. These skill-sets are widely transferable and are invaluable to students and young professionals looking to develop themselves.

In order to see what opportunities are available, please have a look through the volunteering tab here!

For more information, please contact our committee at outreach@melbourne.ysa.org.au