The Discovery Museums in Acton seek STEM professionals to become Science Communication Fellows.  Twice a year, the museums accept 8 educators and STEM professionals as Science Communication Fellows in their Portal to the Public program — part of a nationwide program of 36 participating museums.  Training takes 10 hours across two Saturdays.  Applications (PDF) for the fall cohort are due September 4.  Fellows work with education professionals to develop fun, engaging activities to help non-scientists understand their work and then share the results in public programs.  Fellows receive free museum membership, a chance to improve communications skills, and membership in a national network of science and museum professionals committed to increasing public understanding and appreciation of STEM.  This video explains the program from the points of view of Fellows, parents, museum staff, and kids.  Since 2013, thirty professionals — from 15 corporations and universities — have become Fellows at the Discovery Museums.  Space is limited, and tuition may be waived. For more information, contact Denise LeBlanc at dleblanc@discoverymuseums.org or 978-264-4200 ext. 20.