Becoming a volunteer

To apply for the adult volunteer program, please complete and submit the online volunteer application form. (Note: The application process for high school and college students differs. You can find more information about the high school volunteer program here and the college volunteer program here.)

Once you submit your application, Volunteer Services will reach out to you.

Make sure your application is completed and submitted before the deadlines below.

Important note: In 2025, orientations will not be held in May, June, November or December.

2025 orientation sessions

Orientation session

Application deadline

Note that application deadlines may close prior to the 15th based on number of applications received
Jan. 28, 2025 Dec. 15, 2024
Feb. 25, 2025 Jan. 15, 2025
March 25, 2025 Feb. 15, 2025
April 22, 2025 March 15, 2025
July 22, 2025 June 15, 2025
Aug. 26, 2025 July 15, 2025
Sept. 23, 2025 Aug. 15, 2025
Oct. 28, 2025 Sept. 15, 2025

For any questions or more information, contact Mayo Clinic Volunteer Services.