British Science Festival: Festival Assistants

Each year, the British Science Association looks for helpers to assist with the British Science Festival. In 2010 the British Science Festival will take place in Birmingham from 14 - 19 September.

Working at the Festival provides an excellent opportunity to take part in the UK’s longest-established science festival, which sees thousands of people participating in talks, discussions and a whole range of events on the burning issues in science.

We look for people to assist in various positions involving event assistance, customer service and press liaison.

* Events Assistants- Helping to ensure the Festival runs smoothly for all our speakers and visitors. Positions are varied, from supporting presenters and providing AV assistance, to working at the main Festival box office and directing audiences.

* Young People’s Programme- Thousands of students from ages 8-19 will be attending lively workshops, talks and interactive demonstrations. Volunteers will have a hands-on role within these and therefore need to be energetic, helpful, and have experience of working with young people.

*Press Centre –The Press Centre is attended by the top science correspondents from the UK and beyond. Work in the Press Centre can be high pressure, so initiative and a calm manner is essential, along with excellent interpersonal and computer skills.

Positions are either paid or voluntary with expenses (travel, accommodation and subsistence) paid. 

To apply see our Current Vacancies page