Volunteer Opportunities

Public Architecture's current volunteer openings are listed below. In addition, the organization maintains a list of those interested in volunteering to contact as needs arise. Interested parties should email info@publicarchitecture.org expressing interest and include a resume and, where appropriate, any available work samples. Upon receipt of said materials, candidates will be asked to fill out a brief online questionnaire.

Opportunities currently available:

Animation Assistant
Create animations to be used on the Public Architecture website and public presentations.
Skills Desired: Knowledge of Flash, Quicktime, After Effects or other animation program.
Time Commitment: Hours per week are dependent of each project.
Location: Public Architecture office preferred, remote location may be considered.

Website & Newsletter Assistant
Assist in coding for monthly newsletters, and website html coding.
Skills Desired: Basic HTML knowledge.
Time Commitment: 5 hours per month at end of the month, three-month minimum commitment
Location: Public Architecture office or remote location.

Opportunities currently filled:

Office & Database Assistant
Assist in general office work and contacts database maintenance.
Skills Desired: Attention to detail, intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Experience with Salesforce or previous administrative experience a major plus.
Time Commitment: 3 hours per week, three-week minimum commitment
Location: Public Architecture office.

The 1% Matching Audit Assistant
Conduct outreach to The 1% program firm and nonprofit participants. This position also involves the culling together of data about The 1% participants based on phone and email conversations with them.
Skills Desired: Strong research skills required as well as verbal and written communication skills. Microsoft Excel & Word skills necessary.
Time Commitment: 4 hours per week, minimum four-month commitment.
Location: Public Architecture office.

Social Media & Web Development Assistant
Assist in devising social media strategy for Public Architecture and re-designing our main site.
Skills Desired: Basic HTML knowledge and a pulpable enthusiasm for social media.
Time Commitment: 4 hours per week, two-month minimum commitment
Location: Public Architecture office or remote location.

Interview & Transcription Assistants
Participate in and transcribe project case study interviews for marketing of forthcoming book on pro bono design, to be published by Metropolis Books / Distributed Art Publishers.
Skills Desired: Previous experience with transcription a plus, fast typing skills and strong verbal and written communication.
Time Commitment: 4+ hours per week, two month commitment, beginning mid-February.
Location: Public Architecture office or remote location. 

Material Reuse Research Assistant
Conduct research for the Design for Reuse Primer, a project supported by the U.S. Green Building Council. Assist in the development of case studies and resources focused on the use of salvaged materials in new construction.
Skills Desired: Strong research and written communication skills.
Time Commitment: 4 hours per week, minimum two-month commitment
Location: Public Architecture office.