I'm often asked about volunteers hours and summer opportunities for high school students, especially those interested in healthcare and community service.

Below is a list of programs in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) that offer volunteer, internship, or summer opportunities.

Programs and requirements vary, so families should review details and apply directly with each organization

Current Opportunities

Hospital Summer Volunteer Program

Location: MedStar Washing Hospital Center, Washington, DC
Who it’s for: High school students (at least 16yrs)
Focus: Student volunteer will spend the summer only serving in a patient comfort ambassador, patient navigator, or inpatient unit support position
Timeframe: Summer Program

Overview:
This program offers high school students the opportunity to gain early exposure to the healthcare environment serving in a patient comfort ambassador, patient navigator, or inpatient unit support position

Application details:

• Submit an online volunteer application to begin the interview  and selection process

• Commit to one 4-hour shift per week for a minimum of 100 hours

• Available shifts include:

  1. Morning: 9am  - 1pm

  2. Afternoon: 1pm  - 5pm

  3. Evening: 5pm  - 9pm

• Must be  at least 16yrs

• Complete and pass a background check if 18 and over

• Complete two rounds of tuberculosis screening or  one tuberculosis blood test

• Provide confirmation of receiving  the following immunizations:

  1. MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)

  2. Varicella  (Chickenpox)

  3. Tdap for Pertussis (Whooping Cough)

• Attend in-person new  volunteer orientation training

• Complete a confidentiality agreement and dress code acknowledgment
  
  

Contact MedStar Washington Hospital Center

Volunteer Service Department

Office: 202 877 2105

Email:mwhc-volunteerservices@medstar.net

WellSpring Health Outreach, Inc. offers ongoing volunteer opportunities for high school and college students who are interested in healthcare, community service, and public health. Student volunteers support our vascular screening and wellness events across the DMV area (Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia) and are eligible to receive documented volunteer service hours for school requirements.

Volunteer Hours Explanation 

As a registered nonprofit organization, WellSpring Health Outreach, Inc. provides official volunteer service hours for students who participate in our community health events. Volunteer hours may be used toward school service requirements, graduation requirements, honor societies, or community service programs, depending on the student’s school guidelines.

What Volunteers Will Help With

• Patient registration and check-in

• Event setup and breakdown

• Directing participants during screenings

• Assisting with paperwork and forms

• General event support and organization

No medical experience is required. Training and guidance are provided on-site.

When Opportunities Are Available 

Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year and are scheduled based on upcoming screening and outreach events. Students may volunteer for individual events as they become available.

How Students Can Apply 

Students interested in volunteering should complete the Student Volunteer Application Form. Once approved, volunteers will be contacted by email when opportunities become available.

Eligibility

Student volunteer opportunities are open to individuals 16 years of age and older.

For questions, students or parents may email:

wellspringhealthoutreach@gmail.com

We also encourage students to follow WellSpring Health Outreach on social media to stay updated on upcoming volunteer opportunities and community events.

Volunteer Hours Documentation 

Volunteer hours are documented and verified by WellSpring Health Outreach, Inc. A volunteer verification form or service log may be stamped and signed upon completion of each event.

Volunteer opportunities are subject to event availability and age requirements. All students must follow event guidelines and instructions while volunteering.