July 15, 2026
How to get started
- Choose 1–2 areas that interest you
- Click through organizations and scan their current opportunities
- Look for roles that match your schedule and availability
- Apply early—some roles require training, screening, or onboarding time
Tip: Start small. You can always build your involvement over time.
Local volunteer opportunities
Skills you can build through volunteering
Volunteering helps you develop skills you can use in school, work, and future career opportunities. Try reflecting on these as you gain experience.
Collaboration and teamwork
- Communication
- Leadership
Thinking and problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Research and analysis
Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Communication
- Leadership
Community and global awareness
- Social responsibility
- Diversity and intercultural understanding
- Technological and functional knowledge
Putting your experience into words
- Mentoring or working with youth → builds leadership and communication
- Supporting events or programs → builds teamwork and organization
- Helpline or peer support roles → builds problem solving and empathy