Teen Volunteer Opportunities at Children’s

The VolunTEEN Program is for high school students ages 15 to 18, who are looking for a rewarding way to spend a portion of their summer. VolunTEENs will spend their days bringing smiles and laughter to the halls of the hospital, while also gaining knowledge of the healthcare world. From the front desks to patient units, VolunTEENs will support Children’s staff, play games, and most importantly, leave a lasting impression on our patients and families. 

The program spans eight weeks during June and July. Interested teens must be able to commit to volunteering at least one day a week for three hours, missing no more than two days of the summer commitment.

You must be 15 by May 31, 2025 to be eligible for the program.

Application Period: The 2025 VolunTEEN application closed February 7th at 4pm

Mandatory Training dates:

• Arthur M. Blank: June 4th from 2pm-4pm
• Hughes Spalding: June 4th from 2pm-4pm
• Scottish Rite: June 5th from 2pm-4pm

Program Dates: June 9th to August 1st

How do I apply to volunteer at Children's?

Read all steps below before completing the assessment. Applications will not be accepted until the online steps are completed and all forms are received. 

1. Meet the following volunteer requirements:
• Be at least 15 years old and by May 31, 2025
• Pass a criminal background check (if 18 years or older)
• Provide proof of immunity to measles, mumps and rubella (MMR); chickenpox; and tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap).
• Provide proof of flu vaccination from this flu season (dated August 2024 or later)
• Willingness to receive a Quantiferon Gold or T-SPOT Tuberculosis blood test if accepted into the program.
• Attend the mandatory training. (make-up trainings NOT provided)
• Adhere to Children's policies and procedures.
2. Review the Volunteer Manual.
3. Complete the volunteer assessment that unlocks the volunteer application upon receiving a minimum score of 80 percent. The link to the assessment is currently closed.
4. Upload the below paperwork to complete your application:
• Upload immunization records that include measles, mumps and rubella (two immunization dates); varicella/chickenpox (either two immunization dates or titer results proving immunity); Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis); flu shot.
• Upload color copy of your photo ID (driver's license, school ID, passport, etc.)
• Background check disclosure
• VolunTEEN Agreement
• Media Consent and Waiver
• Name and email address of a non-family member who will complete the online recommendation form on your behalf

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Children’s. Your completed application will go directly into our volunteer database. Should you be selected for an open position, a volunteer coordinator will contact you for a personal interview. 

Who to contact for more information about our VolunTEEN Program:

• Hughes Spalding Hospital: Charice Holt
• Arthur M. Blank Hospital: Kaitlin Richards
• Scottish Rite Hospital: Jennifer Zhu

The Explorer Program is an educational program for currently enrolled high school students interested in the exciting world of healthcare careers. This is an educational program—there is no patient interaction. For high school students interested in direct volunteer work, see the VolunTEEN program.

Potential opportunities include:

• Talking with doctors, physician assistants, physical therapists and medical specialists about their experiences in healthcare.
• Exploring career opportunities in child life, the Children’s Foundation, rehabilitation and many other unique fields to find what interests you.
• Learning about what topics you are interested in and the journey it takes to pursue the career you want.
• Meeting other students interested in medical fields.

What dates is the Explorer Program held?

2025-2026 Program Dates (all sessions will run from 4:30pm-5:30pm):

• September 9, 2025
• October 14, 2025
• November 11, 2025
• January 13, 2026
• February 10, 2026
• March 10, 2026

Registration for the 2025-2026 program will open on August 3rd, 2025 and will remain open until the maximum number of participants (100) is reached.

Where is the Explorer Program held?

All sessions will be held through a virtual platform.

Who can I contact for more information?

For more information about the Explorer Program, please contact Amanda Miller.

Children’s welcomes and appreciates support from our scouting community. Whether it’s donating to one of our three hospitals or participating in one of our existing programs, Scouts have the opportunity to learn more about Children’s and make a difference in the lives of others. See below for ways your troop can get involved.

• For individual service projects (e.g., Gold/Silver/Bronze Awards and Eagle Scout Projects): Reach out to Anna Duckworth for information about project coordination and approval.
• For troop projects and opportunities: Reach out to Anna Duckworth for information about project coordination and approval.
• For individual opportunities: You may participate in one of our existing programs, such as Young Friends.

We know that our patients and their families can bring unique insights to the care we provide. Children’s is tapping into this resource with its Youth Advisory Council (YAC), a collaborative venture with patients, their siblings and children of Children's employees that gives them a formal opportunity to help us enhance our caregiving efforts.