Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus! For more than 30 years, our volunteers have contributed to a legacy of selfless service-supporting patients, families, and caregivers in ways that make a real difference while often discovering personal growth along the journey. As a perk, volunteers enjoy free parking, a complimentary uniform, gratitude food credits for longer shifts, and the chance to build meaningful, lasting relationships within our community.

Volunteer Programs

Traditional Volunteer - The Traditional Volunteer Program offers meaningful, service-centered roles throughout Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus for individuals who want to support patients, families, and caregivers through consistent, non-clinical assistance.

  • Must be at least 15 years of age
  • Willing to commit to a minimum of 1 year or 2 school semesters of service
  • Background check
  • TB Test
  • In-Person Orientation

Pathway to Purpose Teen Summer Intensive Program - The P2P Program gives teens meaningful exposure to a world-class healthcare environment through hands-on rotations, mentorship, and experiences that build confidence and spark personal growth. As they explore a variety of hospital roles, students see how compassion and teamwork shape exceptional care. Most importantly, the program helps young people discover their purpose and the power they have to make a real impact in their communities.

  • Must be at least 14 years old at the time of completing the volunteer application
  • GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Commitment of 2 weeks of service from 8AM - 1 PM
  • Provide proof of having received MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) and Varicella (chicken pox) immunizations

Volunteer Opportunities

The opportunities below are subject to availability.

  • Traditional Volunteer Roles

    • Lobby Greeter
    • Nursing Unit Support
    • Clinical Engineering
    • Lab Line Runner
    • Courtesy Transport

    Traditional Volunteers are over 18 and not taking college courses. They commit to a set weekly volunteer schedule, typically 4 hours in length on the same day and time each week. Role placement is dependent on availability.

  • Spiritual Care

    Spiritual Care Volunteers carry out a faith-based tradition and must be recognized by and meet all requirements of their local faith group/organization.

  • Caring Canines

    Caring Canine Volunteers bring their dog to visit with patients and Caregivers. The dog must be trained and certified through a recognized therapy dog organization. Caring Canine shifts are scheduled weekly for 90 minutes.

  • Healthcare Partners (HCP)

    HCPs are current and former Cleveland Clinic patients. HCPs may also be family or friends who were previously or are currently involved in a Cleveland Clinic patient's care. HCPs sit on councils and projects with Cleveland Clinic Caregivers to improve the way we design and deliver care.
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    Click the link below to apply; if you have any additional questions about volunteering at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, please email volunteer@ccf.org.

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