Become a Volunteer

Adult Volunteer Program

18 years of age or older & out of high school

Completing an online application is the first step to becoming a volunteer. Applications are reviewed weekly by Volunteer Services and potential candidates are contacted for an interview.

During the interview process, applicants can share more detail about their interest in volunteering, obtain answers to questions they may have and learn about the Department of Volunteer Services, our requirements for volunteering and more details about current volunteer openings.

Applicant Requirements:

Applicants who are offered a volunteer role will be required to:

• Complete Hospital Orientation
• Complete HIPAA Training
• Provide proof of MMR and varicella vaccination or immunity
• Provide documentation of a current (within 12 months) PPD test
• Provide documentation of Flu vaccine (during flu season only)
• Complete an authorization for Criminal Background Check

NOTE: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant.

How to apply:

Use our online application form to apply for a volunteer position at Hartford Hospital. Missing information may result in delayed processing of your application.

College Students

Volunteer placement is based on skills, interests, and availability. College applicants are required to meet the 6 month (or two semester) minimum commitment.

If you will receive academic credit for volunteering you must be processed through Volunteer Services and Human Resources.

How to apply:

Summer VolunTEEN Program

Thank you for your interest in the 2025 Hartford Hospital Summer VolunTeen Program. Registration for our Mandatory Information Session is at capacity and has CLOSED at this time.

If you were not able to register for this Mandatory Information Session this year, we encourage you to reach out to the organizations below to explore additional volunteer opportunities in your area:

• VolunteerMatch
• United Way of Central & Northeastern CT

Thank you again for your interest in the 2025 Summer VolunTeen Program at Hartford Hospital. We look forward to working with you in the future!

For more insight on our Summer VolunTeen Program experience, check out our video highlights from the 2023 Program: Hartford Hospital VolunTeen Program 2023 - YouTube

Please reach out to Ryan.Gorecki@hhchealth.org with questions or for additional information!