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Family Services Related Volunteer Opportunities
New River Community Action works with numerous citizen groups to develop and implement agency programs. Volunteers who serve on the agency Board of Directors as well as various program Advisory Councils work in partnership with the staff. Volunteer opportunities are available for direct service to NRCA programs and their participants. There are internship opportunities for students.
What it is
New River Community Action works with numerous citizen groups to develop and implement agency programs. Volunteers who serve on the agency Board of Directors as well as various program Advisory Councils work in partnership with the staff. Volunteer opportunities are available for direct service to NRCA programs and their participants. There are internship opportunities for students.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
Hampton Roads Transit
Student Transit Riders Commission
The Student Transit Riders Commission (STRC) was created by Hampton Roads Transit as a platform for students to elevate the teenage voice on concepts directly related to their involvement in transit. This Student Commission is made up of high school students who live in any of our service cities (Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach) and/or attend public, private, or home-based schools in the same area. The STRC serves as a voice and resource for the youth of Hampton Roads.
What it is
The Student Transit Riders Commission (STRC) was created by Hampton Roads Transit as a platform for students to elevate the teenage voice on concepts directly related to their involvement in transit. This Student Commission is made up of high school students who live in any of our service cities (Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach) and/or attend public, private, or home-based schools in the same area. The STRC serves as a voice and resource for the youth of Hampton Roads.
Best fit
High school students in HRT service cities (Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach)
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
Department of Justice
Student Volunteer Program
The Internship Program is designed to provide students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, from high school to graduate level, with opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school and while getting paid for the work performed.
What it is
The Internship Program is designed to provide students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, from high school to graduate level, with opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school and while getting paid for the work performed.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
Roanoke Valley SPCA
Youth Volunteering and Service Learning Hours
Opportunity for students to earn service learning or leadership hours by volunteering with the Roanoke Valley SPCA, either onsite or through at-home projects like organizing donation drives, making pet supplies, or fostering animals.
What it is
Opportunity for students to earn service learning or leadership hours by volunteering with the Roanoke Valley SPCA, either onsite or through at-home projects like organizing donation drives, making pet supplies, or fostering animals.
Best fit
students
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
Northern Virginia Family Service
Volunteer with NVFS
Frequently asked questions about volunteering with Northern Virginia Family Services (NVFS), a nonprofit organization serving Northern Virginia communities. The page provides general information about volunteer opportunities, age requirements, scheduling, background checks, and volunteer benefits.
What it is
Frequently asked questions about volunteering with Northern Virginia Family Services (NVFS), a nonprofit organization serving Northern Virginia communities. The page provides general information about volunteer opportunities, age requirements, scheduling, background checks, and volunteer benefits.
Best fit
Students needing service hours
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
3–4 weeks from first conversation to first shift
U.S. Department of Education
Student Volunteer Internship Program
The Student Volunteer Internship Program at the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities offers students the opportunity to gain professional experience while volunteering with the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants must be enrolled at least half-time in an accredited educational institution and submit a cover letter, resume, and completed application form.
What it is
The Student Volunteer Internship Program at the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities offers students the opportunity to gain professional experience while volunteering with the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants must be enrolled at least half-time in an accredited educational institution and submit a cover letter, resume, and completed application form.
Best fit
Students attending HBCUs
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
George Mason University
Undergraduate Internship Program
The Schar School’s undergraduate internship program is designed to help students build professional experience, deepen their expertise, and grow a meaningful network in fields such as public policy, law, international relations, nonprofit work, and political communications.
What it is
The Schar School’s undergraduate internship program is designed to help students build professional experience, deepen their expertise, and grow a meaningful network in fields such as public policy, law, international relations, nonprofit work, and political communications.
Best fit
Sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
The final deadline to apply for the internship course is the Last Day to Add of each semester.
Community of Hope
FAM-CLUB
Join Fam-Club to spread some joy to children and parents staying at our family shelters, The Aya, Girard Street, and The Triumph. Fam-Club volunteers help give families the time, space, and place to play and be creative during their housing transition.
What it is
Join Fam-Club to spread some joy to children and parents staying at our family shelters, The Aya, Girard Street, and The Triumph. Fam-Club volunteers help give families the time, space, and place to play and be creative during their housing transition.
Best fit
Students and adults ages 14 and up
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
FACETS
Volunteer Application
Opportunity to volunteer with FACETS across various programs and in their main office to help end homelessness. First step involves attending a monthly orientation.
What it is
Opportunity to volunteer with FACETS across various programs and in their main office to help end homelessness. First step involves attending a monthly orientation.
Best fit
10+ (youth ages 10-16 must be accompanied by an adult)
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
Department of Education (ED)
Student Volunteer Trainee Program
The Student Volunteer Trainee Program is an eight to ten week program that offers volunteer opportunities to students enrolled in accredited educational institutions. Students who participate in the program will gain educational experience in their field of study or career interest and will develop personal and professional skills.
What it is
The Student Volunteer Trainee Program is an eight to ten week program that offers volunteer opportunities to students enrolled in accredited educational institutions. Students who participate in the program will gain educational experience in their field of study or career interest and will develop personal and professional skills.
Best fit
students enrolled in accredited educational institutions
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Fall: Application open and close: May 1st - July 31st; Winter/Spring: Application open and close: September 1st - November 30th; Summer: Application open and close: January 1st - March 31st
Playtime Project
Volunteer
Volunteer as a Play Ranger and make a difference in the life of a child experiencing housing insecurity! Playtime Project cultivates resilience in children experiencing family housing insecurity by providing and expanding access to transformative play experiences.
What it is
Volunteer as a Play Ranger and make a difference in the life of a child experiencing housing insecurity! Playtime Project cultivates resilience in children experiencing family housing insecurity by providing and expanding access to transformative play experiences.
Best fit
Teens and adults
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
James City County (Virginia)
Internship Program Application
Offers volunteer and internship positions with county departments that are open to high school students age 16+ and college students, supporting community service and experiential learning.
What it is
Offers volunteer and internship positions with county departments that are open to high school students age 16+ and college students, supporting community service and experiential learning.
Best fit
High school students age 16+ and college students
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
The Y in Central Maryland
Y Leaders' Club
Y Leaders’ Club is a program where teens can be themselves and strengthen their leadership potential as they thrive in a fun environment of support, social activity and community involvement. Enthusiastic teens will work together to organize and provide volunteer service in their community while gaining valuable knowledge, training and skills that will serve them well for life.
What it is
Y Leaders’ Club is a program where teens can be themselves and strengthen their leadership potential as they thrive in a fun environment of support, social activity and community involvement. Enthusiastic teens will work together to organize and provide volunteer service in their community while gaining valuable knowledge, training and skills that will serve them well for life.
Best fit
Teens wanting to get involved in their community
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Leaders' Club takes place during the school year and ends on May 31st. While it's ideal to join the program at the beginning, teens are welcome to start anytime during the school year.
Martha’s Table
McKenna's Wagon
McKenna’s Wagon is a mobile food service that operates 365 days a year and provides meals to hundreds of DC neighbors experiencing housing instability or hunger. McKenna’s Wagon visits two downtown locations each evening where volunteers serve fresh meals, fruit, and refreshments.
What it is
McKenna’s Wagon is a mobile food service that operates 365 days a year and provides meals to hundreds of DC neighbors experiencing housing instability or hunger. McKenna’s Wagon visits two downtown locations each evening where volunteers serve fresh meals, fruit, and refreshments.
Best fit
Youth and community volunteers
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
Holy Cross Health
Internship and Volunteer Opportunities at Holy Cross Health Centers
Volunteer and student internship opportunities available at Holy Cross Health Centers in Montgomery County. Internships are offered in partnership with area schools and universities.
What it is
Volunteer and student internship opportunities available at Holy Cross Health Centers in Montgomery County. Internships are offered in partnership with area schools and universities.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
Gaithersburg High School
Gaithersburg HS Student Service Learning
Gaithersburg High School’s SSL page outlines SSL-infused courses and links students to Montgomery County Volunteer Center opportunities so they can earn service-learning hours toward their high school graduation requirement.
What it is
Gaithersburg High School’s SSL page outlines SSL-infused courses and links students to Montgomery County Volunteer Center opportunities so they can earn service-learning hours toward their high school graduation requirement.
Best fit
MCPS students
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Volunteer Internship Program
Internships providing students with valuable experience in disability and aging services and research programs within the federal government.
What it is
Internships providing students with valuable experience in disability and aging services and research programs within the federal government.
Best fit
Undergraduate
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
The Gunston School – Chesapeake Bay Studies Program
Community Service Opportunities
Community service is a graduation requirement at Gunston School, with students expected to complete 45 hours individually. Activities include volunteering with churches, scouting, artisan fairs, summer camps, and programs for children, as well as environmental initiatives like the Chesapeake Bay watershed programs.
What it is
Community service is a graduation requirement at Gunston School, with students expected to complete 45 hours individually. Activities include volunteering with churches, scouting, artisan fairs, summer camps, and programs for children, as well as environmental initiatives like the Chesapeake Bay watershed programs.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
MusicAid
MusicAid Student Volunteer Program
K–12 students in the DMV, especially grades 6–12 from MCPS and FCPS, can volunteer as musicians for virtual and in‑person performances and receive documented service and SSL hours for each performance.
What it is
K–12 students in the DMV, especially grades 6–12 from MCPS and FCPS, can volunteer as musicians for virtual and in‑person performances and receive documented service and SSL hours for each performance.
Best fit
K-12 students in the DMV area and the Lexington Public School District in Boston, MA
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Summer High School Internship Program
Students interested in science can spend their summers in our labs at the Boulder, CO, or the Gaithersburg, MD, campuses through NIST’s Summer High School Intern Program (SHIP). Students learn from top scientists at NIST and work on your own research project.
What it is
Students interested in science can spend their summers in our labs at the Boulder, CO, or the Gaithersburg, MD, campuses through NIST’s Summer High School Intern Program (SHIP). Students learn from top scientists at NIST and work on your own research project.
Best fit
High school students with interest in scientific research
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Applications generally open on November 1 and close in last week of January of the following year.
Madison House (University of Virginia)
Madison House Student Volunteer Center
Volunteers play a crucial role at Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry by sorting and packing fresh produce and shelf-stable food bags, assembling customized grocery carts, and helping visitors communicate in different languages, creating a welcoming environment to combat food insecurity with dignity and respect.
What it is
Volunteers play a crucial role at Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry by sorting and packing fresh produce and shelf-stable food bags, assembling customized grocery carts, and helping visitors communicate in different languages, creating a welcoming environment to combat food insecurity with dignity and respect.
Best fit
UVA students
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
Volunteer Arlington
100 volunteers needed - Support students in a free afterschool program!
AHC is seeking 100+ passionate volunteers to support our Afterschool Program, serving students K-8th. Volunteers serve for one hour, weekly. We have seven education centers across Arlington. Volunteers will work with elementary or middle school students assisting with homework, life-skills, reading, playtime, relationship-building, and more. It is a very meaningful service opportunity, and a ton of fun!
What it is
AHC is seeking 100+ passionate volunteers to support our Afterschool Program, serving students K-8th. Volunteers serve for one hour, weekly. We have seven education centers across Arlington. Volunteers will work with elementary or middle school students assisting with homework, life-skills, reading, playtime, relationship-building, and more. It is a very meaningful service opportunity, and a ton of fun!
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
ongoing
Volunteer Alexandria
Service-Learning Program for Middle and High School Students
Annual recognition event honoring exceptional individuals and businesses that made a difference in the Alexandria community through volunteer service.
What it is
Annual recognition event honoring exceptional individuals and businesses that made a difference in the Alexandria community through volunteer service.
Best fit
Middle and High School Students
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
DCCollegeCounseling-Experiential
Urban Demonstration Garden
Get your hands in the dirt at the Urban Demonstration Garden. Volunteers work outside and learn about planting, harvesting and caring for organic vegetables. The garden yields over 2,000 pounds of fresh produce for education and distribution each year.
What it is
Get your hands in the dirt at the Urban Demonstration Garden. Volunteers work outside and learn about planting, harvesting and caring for organic vegetables. The garden yields over 2,000 pounds of fresh produce for education and distribution each year.
Best fit
General
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime