We are grateful for the overwhelming interest in our volunteer program. Due to the incredible number of applications we’ve received since August 1, we are temporarily closing the volunteer application on Friday, September 5th.

We are humbled by the enthusiasm and generosity of our community, and we will reopen the application process once additional opportunities become available. Thank you for your patience and for your desire to give back.

Please re-visit the website for updates regarding our winter application season.

Year Round Volunteer Requirements and Details

  • You must be at least 16 years of age at the time your application is submitted.
  • You must commit to at least 6 months of service, completing 100 volunteer hours within one year. This is a weekly commitment of about 3-4 hours per week.
  • Volunteer applicants must interview with a Volunteer Services Program Manager, be accepted into a program, and complete the required onboarding process. Volunteer onboarding can take 2-4 weeks depending on the applicant’s personal schedule and commitment.
  • You must be in good health and able to pass required health and drug screening and receive an annual influenza vaccination (during flu season).
  • This opportunity is not available for B-1, B-2, H1-B, and H-4 visa holders. Applicants with permanent resident cards must provide a copy of their card to our office during the time of the interview.
  • Please note: The COVID-19 vaccine and an annual flu vaccine is required to become a volunteer at UChicago Medicine. Masking in patient care areas is required at the medical center.
    • Volunteers will not be assigned or paired with any patients who are COVID-19 positive or being tested for COVID-19. 

Volunteer Opportunities in Hyde Park

Learn about volunteer programs on our main campus at UChicago Medicine and UChicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital.

Other Ways to Give

Frequently Asked Questions

Volunteer Opportunities in the South and Southwest Suburbs

Learn about UChicago Medicine volunteer programs in Harvey and Orland Park.

Note: Volunteers do not take the place of salaried staff. Volunteer service is not intended in any way to lead to paid employment.