Field Trips Coordinator

The Field Trips Coordinator will support the planning and coordination of educational experiences by managing communication, researching opportunities, and ensuring smooth execution of student field trips. The role requires organization, attention to detail, and collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

• Research and identify potential field trip venues, including companies, museums, and STEM-focused organizations.
• Contact potential partners to explore opportunities, availability, and logistics for student visits.
• Coordinate with curriculum teams to align field trips with educational goals and student needs.
• Prepare communications for teachers and school administrators regarding upcoming field trips, requirements, and documentation.
• Support administrative coordination, including paperwork, permissions, and required materials.
• Prepare requests for quotes and gather relevant information from external venues.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with organizational stakeholders to improve field trip opportunities.
• Respond to emails, share information, and provide ongoing communication support.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and passionate about supporting STEM education and creating impactful learning experiences. This role is suited for someone who enjoys coordination, relationship building, and working independently in a flexible environment.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable reaching out to external organizations and building professional relationships.
• Ability to research, evaluate, and coordinate educational opportunities.
• Strong attention to detail when managing logistics, documentation, and scheduling.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a distributed team.
• Interest in STEM education, youth development, or expanding access to learning opportunities is a plus.
• Previous experience in event planning, education, partnerships, administration, or community engagement is beneficial.

Benefits:

• Fully remote volunteer opportunity with flexible scheduling.
• Opportunity to contribute to improving STEM access and educational pathways for underserved students.
• Gain experience in program coordination, outreach, and community engagement.
• Collaborate with professionals and mission-driven contributors.
• Flexible commitment of approximately six hours per week.
• Opportunity to build professional connections through meaningful volunteer work.
• No travel or in-person participation required unless personally desired.
• Six-month volunteer membership commitment with a refundable deposit structure; exemptions apply for certain groups including educators, retirees, veterans, interns, and students.