Become a Garden Guide
Bring inspiration, positivity, and education to our visitors! Help visitors of all ages understand and appreciate plant collections and ecosystems in the Garden. Assist visitors while they explore and participate in our seasonal programs.
2022 – 4 Onsite Opportunities
Discovery | Flower Patch | Farm | Movie Night
Must be able to commit to entire season to apply
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Discovery Guides use our discovery cart and kits to engage visitors. Perfect for people with knowledge of plants and plant ecosystems, a willingness to grow and learn, and a friendly demeanor. Guides should have strong communication skills, interest in environmental sustainability, love to engage with nature, and excited to share their enthusiasm for the Garden with visitors. Some experience leading tours or public speaking is preferred.
Available Shifts:
April through June, and September through November
Wednesdays 3-6pm, Saturdays and Sundays 9am-12pm, 12-3pm or 3-6pm
Flower Patch Guides support our very popular Flower Patch Program at the Garden. They will help to prepare and set-up the Patch, and provide event day support to greet visitors, help them navigate the Patch and hand out materials. Guides should have strong communication skills, love to engage with nature, a friendly team attitude, and be excited to share their enthusiasm for the Garden with visitors.
Available Shifts:
April 23rd through May 8th
Saturdays and Sundays, 10am-5pm
Farm Guides engage visitors by leading tours during open hours at the Farm. Perfect for people with knowledge of plants and plant ecosystems, a willingness to grow and learn, and a friendly demeanor. Guides should have strong communication skills, interest in environmental sustainability, love to engage with nature, and excited to share their enthusiasm for the Garden with visitors. Some experience leading tours or public speaking is preferred.
Available Shifts:
June through September
Saturdays and Sundays, 10am-1pm and 12pm-3pm
Movie Night Guides – Queens Botanical Garden’s Movie Nights series turns the urban oasis in Flushing into an outdoor cinema! Visitors will experience big screen magic with the beautiful backdrop of golden hour in the evening. We are looking for individuals to help at each Movie Night. Movie Night Guides will assist visitors to navigate the Garden to the event, assist at craft tables, food service, store kiosk, and more.
Available Shifts:
Memorial Day (May) through Halloween (October)
Friday or Saturday evenings, usually from 5pm-11pm
1 day per week per season – Spring, Summer and Fall minimum commitment
