Volunteer Opportunities
There are many interesting and rewarding volunteer opportunities available at the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai’i. The following are brief descriptions of each volunteer area.
Exhibit Installation
Gallery assistants give support to the Gallery Manager by assisting with set up and take down of exhibits in the Community Gallery. Duties include data entry, painting, picking up items, inventory, staffing opening receptions and general manpower.
Ikebana Arranger
Trained and skilled arrangers display beautiful works of art in the Cultural Center lobby area on a rotating schedule. Arrangers are also asked to assist with various events when flower arrangements or demonstrations are needed. *Interested individuals must contact the ikebana school to volunteer.
Japanese Translation
Volunteers assist with Japanese translation work through the Resource Center. These volunteers possess translation skills, basic computer skills and social skills.
Office Assistant
Volunteers provide general and clerical support to the Cultural Center staff. Duties include data entry, filing, typing, mailing and other general clerical work.
Oral History Transcriber
Oral history volunteers are responsible for interviewing, taping and transcribing oral histories. Volunteers should possess the skills of using recording equipment, Microsoft Word, good social skills and have the ability to carry out an interview.
PR/Marketing
Our PR/Marketing volunteers are outgoing and social individuals. These volunteers help distribute flyers to neighboring business and to the general community about Cultural Center’s events and programs. They also are called upon to assist with events and programs as outreach and special events volunteers.
Receptionist
Dependable and personable receptionists answer the phone and transfer calls, assist in greeting and directing office visitors and performing miscellaneous clerical duties.
Retail Sales/Cashier
Volunteers assist the Cultural Center Gift Shop in sales, pricing, and cashiering. Other duties may include light dusting and inventory tracking. Great customer service is a must!
Special Projects/Events
Special Projects/Events volunteers are on an on-call basis to assist with our special events, cultural projects and programs. Duties may include light research, graphic design, writing, and in-person/virtual event support. Access to computer and internet may be required.
Digital Media
Digital Media volunteers assist the JCCH Program Manager in producing content for YouTube and social media. Duties may include filming, editing, and drafting scripts. Prior film or media experience preferred. Access to computer and internet required.
Become a Volunteer
You can join our team by either filling out our online volunteer form or by downloading a printable version of the form and mailing or faxing it in to the address listed below.
If you have questions about volunteering at the JCCH, please email info@jcch.com or call (808) 945-7633.