College student volunteer applications are now open from April 14-28, 2025. Please use the form below to apply. Thank you.
The college student volunteer program is very popular and highly competitive. We have limited space and cannot take every applicant who applies to the program. When volunteers are needed, applicants are selected based on their availability, skills, background and the thoroughness of their application. Applicants selected to move forward in the volunteer process will be notified.
For more information, email the volunteer office or call 714-456-5541.
Frequently asked questions
You must be at least 18 years old and be available to volunteer for one four-hour shift each week between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday for the first 40 hours.
You must be able to commit to a minimum of 100 service hours. You must also pass a general health clearance and pass a criminal background check.
Our college volunteers work in several areas:
- Greeters and customer service
- Administrative support
- Dispatch
- Transport
- Emergency room
- Nursing units
Volunteers must complete a minimum of 40 hours in the dispatch area of the volunteer office. This will help you become knowledgeable about the hospital and medical center. After completing this requirement, you may apply for a position in other areas open to college students. Transfers to patient care areas (emergency and nursing units) are based upon performance and attendance.
Volunteers must obtain medical clearance from their personal physician which includes:
- Provided documentation of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella and varicella, Tdap vaccine, hepatitis B vaccine series.
- Provided proof of COVID-19 vaccine with booster.
- Provided proof of flu vaccination during flu season.
- Provided record of 2 PPD TB skin tests within one year, the second of which must be within 90 days prior to volunteer start date, or 1 negative QuantiFERON Gold TB test (blood draw) within 90 days prior to volunteer start date.
The most important requirement to become a volunteer is a friendly, customer- focused attitude. No medical or clinical experience is necessary. Successful volunteers demonstrate a willingness to serve, give back to the community, and provide compassionate support. Strong communication skills are required.