The Volunteer Services team is vital to our mission of delivering patient-centered care and ensuring that every person who enters our doors has an excellent experience. More than 2,100 dedicated volunteers serve patients, visitors and hospital staff, contributing almost 287,000 volunteer hours annually.
Volunteering at a Northwestern Medicine hospital gives you an opportunity to use your talents to make a real impact on your community. While your generous gift of time helps others feel relaxed and welcome, it also benefits you in many ways. As a Northwestern Medicine volunteer, you can:
Every day, Northwestern Medicine volunteers touch the lives of patients, families and visitors. A friendly smile, a helping hand and a warm heart can make a real difference in the experience people have in a hospital when they are visiting or receiving care.
Volunteer Requirements and Application
All Northwestern Medicine volunteers must meet an age requirement, and pass background and immunization screenings.
Where to Volunteer
Northwestern Medicine offers volunteer opportunities at 15 locations across our health system.
Northwestern Medicine offers a variety of roles for volunteers with unique duties that make a difference for our patients.
Summer Volunteer Service for Students
Northwestern Medicine welcomes teens and students annually for a summer-only volunteer service period.
Northwestern Medicine invites volunteers and their animals, who are qualified through an approved therapy animal organization, to engage in patient and staff visits at our various facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about volunteer commitments and the onboarding process, and read answers to other frequently asked questions.
Volunteer Newsletter Archive
Read past issues of the Northwestern Medicine volunteer services newsletter.
Illinois currently has less than one day's blood supply for all patients. Learn how to become a donor and find a blood drive near you.
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Northwestern Medicine hospitals are committed to improving the health of their communities through education, support groups, charitable giving and more.
