Current opportunities:
Deadline: Application is open until spots fill up. Apply soon!
Requirements: Grades 9-12. US work authorization is required for most, but not all, of the jobs
Description: Get paid to work in a community organization or government organization! Jobs are available in every neighborhood and for every area of interest (including community organizing, childcare, sports, arts, law enforcement, government, hands-on work, academic enrichment, and more)!
Commitment/Pay: Varies by site
Read more and apply: https://www.boston.gov/departments/youth-employment-and-opportunity/youth-jobs
Deadline: November 23
Requirements: Grades 10-11, age 16 or older by February 3, and interested in cancer and pursuing a research career in biomedical science, public health, computer science, life science, data science, or other scientific fields. US work authorization is required.
Description: The YFC Program is a transformative 2.5-year, paid cancer research training experience featuring two full-time summer research experiences and virtual academic-year programming. Students build skills and confidence in biomedical research through training in scientific concepts, research techniques, professionalism, and responsible conduct of research, while also developing leadership and communication skills through community engagement.
Read more and apply: Young Empowered Scientists (YES) for Continued Research Engagement (CURE) Program
We are hosting a Virtual CURE Program Info Session on Tuesday, November 3rd, from 5-6 PM for students interested in learning more about our program. To attend the event, RSVP here.
Deadline: Ongoing until spots are filled
Requirements/Age: Grade 10, English level 3 or above. You do NOT need US work authorization or a social security number!
Description: The Possible Zone is a fun youth development program, where students build their skills, get creative with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) technologies, and learn about careers in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, information technology, construction, infrastructure and energy. Students have access to a state-of-the-art technology makerspace and media studio, as well as free food and snacks.
Commitment/Pay: Students commit to coming 2 days a week on Mondays and Wednesdays OR Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00-6:30pm. Location: 31 Heath Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.
Students are paid $30 for every session they attend!
Use the links below to learn more about volunteer opportunities at local hospitals:
Spaulding Hospital: https://spauldingrehab.org/about/volunteer
Adaptive Sports program at Spaulding: https://spauldingrehab.org/assets/spaulding/pdfs/about/adaptive-sports-centers-new-volunteer-application-process.pdf
Beth Israel: www.bidmc.org/about-bidmc/helping-our-community/volunteer-services
Deadline: Ongoing
Requirements: CORI and COVID vaccination
Description: Volunteer with the Spaulding Adaptive Sports center! Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers (SASC) are open to all individuals in the community who are living with disabilities. Children and adults participate in a variety of sports and recreation events alongside adaptive sports professionals and Spaulding therapists. This provides the perfect environment to try new sports or get back to one you have always enjoyed. Check out their activities here: https://sasc.spauldingrehab.org
Volunteers assist with sports activities and gain experience related to the healthcare sector.
Read more and apply: https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/content/dam/unified-xwalk/documents/en/about-us/spaulding/adaptive-sports-centers-new-volunteer-application-process.pdf
Deadline: Ongoing
Requirements: Age 15 or older, must be able to get references and complete a background check. You do NOT need US work authorization or a social security number.
Description: BIDMC volunteers are essential members of our community. We are grateful for the contributions they make to BIDMC's mission, providing extraordinary care where the patient comes first. We presently have a diverse, trained group of more than 250 individuals who selflessly commit thousands of hours each year to support BIDMC staff, patients and families. Please note that we are currently very limited in volunteer opportunities and applying does not guarantee a position.
Commitment/Pay: 4 hours once per week for 6-12 months. Since this is a volunteer position, you will NOT get paid.
Application: https://www.bidmc.org/about-bidmc/helping-our-community/volunteer-services