Secondary Volunteer Info

Join SciTrek Secondary as a Classroom Mentor!

We are now recruiting volunteers for our Fall 2025 modules! See any of our Sign-Up links below.

Who We Need:

Classroom Mentors (UCSB Undergraduates Ages 17-25)
Inspire middle schoolers through hands-on STEM mentorship as a near-peer guide.

Earn UCSB course credit (1 credit for 30 hours per quarter)
- Click here for course requirements.
Build your resume with valuable experience in STEM education
Transportation is provided
Connect with peers interested in teaching, STEM, and community service
Earn volunteer credit for non-course commitments (e.g., Honors College, fraternities, sororities)
- Cannot be combined with course credit
Receive Pre-professional hours for career paths in education or a relevant field via the Field Placement Hours Verification Form. More information is available here.

One SciTrek Secondary Module shift in Fall Quarter requires:

One two-hour Orientation
- Learn the science experiment and key concepts you'll be teaching
- Develop strategies for engaging effectively with adolescents in classrooms
Two classroom visits (2-3 hours per day)
- Shift times include travel time – transportation is provided from the Chemistry building to the schools
- You'll work with a team of SciTrek Mentors and a SciTrek Lead, who will support you on-site and handle transportation

Ready to make an impact? Sign up below!

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Email the SciTrek Secondary Program Manager with any questions: chem-scitrekmanager@ucsb.edu.