McMaster University Student Centre (MUSC) Atrium
Grow your experience beyond the classroom
Whether you are volunteering for personal or professional development, the benefits are valuable, and the skills are transferable. You can take what you learned in volunteer positions and apply them to your professional, academic or personal work. Learn more about local volunteer opportunities by meeting face-to-face with organizations.
How does it work?
Join us at the fair, drop in anytime between 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and chat with organizations about their volunteer opportunities.
How to get involved
Volunteering and community engagement can take many forms. At the Community Engagement and Volunteer Fair, you’ll get to explore your options so you can decide on an experience that works for you.
- Drop in to the fair any time during the event hours.
- Participate in one-on-one conversations with organization representatives.
- Share your interests and experience to help you find an organization and opportunity that fits.
- Ask all your questions about volunteering and community engagement.
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