{"id":5096,"date":"2025-08-21T15:52:20","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T19:52:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/readingterminalmarket.org\/?post_type=tribe_events&p=5096"},"modified":"2025-12-10T13:54:25","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T18:54:25","slug":"become-an-ambassador","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/readingterminalmarket.org\/event\/become-an-ambassador\/","title":{"rendered":"Become an Ambassador"},"content":{"rendered":"

Join the Reading Terminal Market Ambassador Program and help welcome visitors, share your love for the Market, and contribute to its vibrant community. Serving as an Ambassador is a light lift and a great way to stay connected to the heart of Philadelphia.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re a regular or new to the Market, becoming an Ambassador is simple, fun, and flexible.<\/p>\n

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About the Ambassador Program<\/h3>\n

Ambassadors will serve as Market volunteers – helping visitors navigate the Market, along with sharing what they know and love about both Reading Terminal and Philadelphia.<\/p>\n

How to become an Ambassador<\/h3>\n

Once you\u2019ve applied online – you will hear back from our program coordinator to learn more about the program structure and volunteer scheduling process.<\/p>\n

Are there specific requirements?<\/h3>\n

No! We welcome anyone from Philadelphia and the tri-state area.<\/p>\n

Any age and all walks of life are welcome!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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As a Reading Terminal Market Ambassador, volunteer activities include but are not limited to:<\/h3>\n
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    Warmly greeting visitors and answering questions about the Market\u2019s history, Merchants, and offerings.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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    Providing accurate, up-to-date information on Merchant products, food options, and special events.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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    Helping guests explore the Market\u2019s diversity, including details on various food types and artisan goods.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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    Guiding visitors through the layout, highlighting areas such as\u00a0restrooms and eating zones.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Scheduling and Assignments:<\/h3>\n
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      Currently, Ambassadors are on-site 4 days a week, i.e., Thursday through Sunday – with the intention to\u00a0have volunteers on-site 7 days a week by Winter 2025.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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      Ambassadors cover the peak times of the day in 2 to 3 hour shifts.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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      Once fully onboarded, there is an electronic scheduling process for the volunteer shifts.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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      During your time on the Market floor you will be posted in RTM’s Center Court or the Welcome Center (Information Desk on 12th Street).<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Volunteer Expectations:<\/h3>\n
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        To volunteer at least one shift a month (3 hours).<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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        Become knowledgeable about the history of the Reading Terminal Market and the Merchants.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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        Comfort working in a busy urban environment.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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        Friendly demeanor.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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        Complete the training requirements for the Ambassador Volunteer role.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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        A love for the Market and Philadelphia!<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
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        Submit an application directly and our program manager will coordinate a training with you directly:<\/span><\/h4>\n