How do I become a volunteer?

We are currently accepting volunteer applications. We will begin accepting phone calls to schedule interviews on August 19, 2024.

Availability of positions may be variable. Late afternoon (after 4pm), evening and weekend positions are very limited.

Boston area college students interested in general volunteer opportunities must commit to volunteering for at least 2 full semesters.

Our staff members and volunteers all make mutual commitments to provide quality service. Because of the time we spend to train our volunteers, we expect a minimum of 2-4 hours of volunteer service each week, depending on individual assignments. This is equivalent to a total minimum commitment of 50 hours over two semesters for college students.

Acceptance into the volunteer program is contingent on satisfactory results of the interview, occupational health screening, criminal history check (CORI), and other information provided by the volunteer.

Complete an NWH Volunteer Application –>

• We will begin accepting phone calls to schedule interviews on August 19, 2024.
• Once your application has been submitted, call our Volunteer Office at 617-243-6048 to schedule a volunteer interview. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.
• Volunteer interviews are scheduled from 9:00 am – 5:00pm.
• Interviews are virtual and take place via Zoom and last approximately 30 minutes. During the interview we will talk about your interest in volunteering, availability for volunteering, and positions that are currently open. Applicants will receive the Zoom link at least 48 hours before their interview.
• Applicants who are accepted to the volunteer program will need to show a government issued ID (license, passport, or school ID WITH birth certificate) at the end of the interview.
• Applicants who are accepted into the program will need to provide documentation of the following vaccinations: MMR, Varicella, current Flu Shot, Covid-19 primary series.
• Applicants will also need to complete a TB Spot test or skin test within 90 days of their start date.