College Student Program
Opening Soon: Summer College Student Volunteer Recruitment
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us! Sign up will open on April 23.
IMPORTANT: Please review our program policies and requirements outlined below.
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Timeline |
| Spring College Recruitment |
December through February |
| Summer College Recruitment |
May through July |
| Fall College Recruitment |
August through October |
*Specific dates will be posted at the start of each recruitment period
College Student Volunteer Requirements:
- Students currently enrolled in college are eligible to participate for 3–4 hours each week for a duration of one or two semesters.
- Sign up to attend an in-person information session, where you will learn about volunteer opportunities, responsibilities, and a comprehensive overview of the volunteer onboarding process.
- Participate in a personal interview with one of our volunteer coordinators. You will learn about available volunteer roles at this meeting.
- Participate in a health appointment with URMC's Employee Health. (There is no charge for this, nor need to schedule. All arrangements will be made for you through Friends of Strong.)
- Commit to a minimum of three to four hours of volunteer activities per week for one semester. Some departments require a two-semester commitment.
- Able to communicate clearly and fluently in English.
- Please use only one single consistent email for all paperwork and communications with the Volunteer Program coordinators.
- After the group, personal and health appointments, you may also be required to attend an orientation session for the department where you are assigned.
- Agree to submit to a background check and any additional requirements that are mandated by the University of Rochester.
Questions? Check out our FAQ page!