Volunteer Opportunities

Japan Society encourages individuals with interest in Japanese culture and flexible time schedules to consider becoming a volunteer. Volunteers serve on an “as-needed” basis. Assignments depend upon the individual volunteer’s area of interest, skills, and availability. Opportunities include:

Film Programs: Volunteers assist in ushering, greeting patrons, and other front-of-house related tasks. If you are 18 years or older and interested in volunteering for Film events, contact the Film Program at [email protected].
Gallery Exhibitions: Japan Society is looking for committed individuals with an interest in Japanese art and culture to join our gallery docent program. Docents are responsible for giving one-hour public tours of gallery exhibitions to groups of people ages 18+. Some background or experience with Japanese art and culture is welcomed but not required. Docents will be given training in exhibition content and reference materials prior to each exhibition start date. If you are interested in this volunteer program, please reach out to Naomi Kuromiya at [email protected]
Language Center Events: Volunteers assist with online and/or in-person language exchange events. If you are 18 years or older and interested in volunteering for the Language Center, please email [email protected].
Performing Arts Programs: Volunteers assist in ushering, greeting patrons, and other front-of-house related tasks. If you are 18 years or older and interested in volunteering for Performing Arts events, contact the Performing Arts Program at [email protected]. (Please note there are no programs during the summer.)

We accept applications at all times, and will contact applicants for interviews as volunteer opportunities become available.