Hospital Volunteer Programs

College Program (For ALL Undergraduates; Multiple Sites)

(Graduate students may apply to any of the below applications.)

We are currently not accepting applications for the College Program.

For undergraduate individuals currently enrolled in coursework and who will be consistently available (at least a 6 month commitment), there are a variety of opportunities at our main hospital and outpatient locations, as well as different shift days/times. Please complete the application for the college program only. Any additional applications will not be accepted. 

This is the only application for undergraduate students at this time.  

NOTE: Due to ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, we have a limited number of positions and will only be able to review the first 100 applications that come in.

If not selected this round, please know that we are gradually opening up other roles and will reach out to qualified candidates for those roles as we see fit.

Weekday Program (Main Hospital Location Only)

For individuals who have availability to volunteer during a three-hour shift, Monday-Friday, between the hours of 8 a.m.–5 p.m., there are numerous opportunities at the main hospital. Must be 18+ years old and not currently in high school or an undergraduate to apply. 

Evening Program (Main Hospital Location Only)

For individuals who have availability to volunteer during a two or three-hour shift, Monday-Thursday, between the hours of 4:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m., there is limited availability only at the main hospital.

Weekend Program (Main Hospital Location Only)

For individuals who only have availability to volunteer during a three-hour shift on Saturday or Sunday, there are opportunities at the main hospital.

Volunteers for Schaumburg Outpatient Center Program

For individuals who have availability to volunteer during a three-hour shift, Monday-Friday, between the hours of 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Must be 18+ years old and not currently in high school or an undergraduate to apply.

Volunteers for Lurie Children's Hospital Outpatient Center in Lincoln Park

Volunteers will provide play and engagement opportunities in the clinic waiting rooms.

Technology & Gaming Volunteer

We're currently not accepting applications for the Technology & Gaming Volunteer Program. Check back for more information on future opportunities.

We are looking for people who love games and tech and want to work with a pediatric population. Volunteers will help upkeep numerous tech items in the hospital while also providing beside support and socialization through gaming. 

Summer-Only

The 2025 Summer Intensive Program application period is now closed. We received many more applications than we have spots, so we will not be creating a waitlist. If interested in applying for next summer’s program, please check back here in March 2026 for details.

We are pleased to offer a learn-and-serve opportunity for first-time applicants to our summer program.