Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Cleveland Clinic! What inspires and motivates you to seek a volunteer position with Cleveland Clinic at the Main Campus in Cleveland, Ohio? For over 30 years, Cleveland Clinic has welcomed individuals who wish to honor, reciprocate, learn, and above all, commit and participate in a wide range of volunteer assignments designed to enhance the patient and caregiver experience.

At their core, Cleveland Clinic volunteer assignments are about serving others. While volunteer assignments are not clinical or "hands on", through volunteers' dedication and generosity to help where help is most needed, there is tremendous opportunity to provide a benefit for patients, families and Cleveland Clinic employees. Through service, volunteers might even discover something about themselves.

Volunteer Program Requirements

Adult Volunteers: 
  • Must be over the age of 18 and not currently enrolled in high school or college  
  • Willing to commit to a minimum of 1 year 
  • Complete the Cleveland Clinic volunteer application & onboarding 
    • Onboarding includes a background check, review of policies and procedures, and TB test. TB tests are offered at no cost to volunteers through Cleveland Clinic Occupational Health. 
    • Some positions also require fingerprinting performed by Cleveland Clinic Protective Operations at no cost to volunteers. 
  • Attend in-person orientation and role specific training. 
College Program Volunteers:
  • Must be over the age of 18 and currently enrolled in a college program 
  • Willing to commit to a minimum 2 full semesters and the completion of 60 hours 
  • Complete the Cleveland Clinic volunteer application & onboarding 
    • Onboarding includes a background check, review of policies and procedures, and TB test. TB tests are offered at no cost to volunteers through Cleveland Clinic Occupational Health. 
    • Some positions also require fingerprinting performed by Cleveland Clinic Protective Operations at no cost to volunteers. 
  • Attend in-person college information session, orientation and role specific training. 
  • See additional information included in College Program Volunteer Role Below. 
Teen Program Volunteers:
  • Minimum age of 15 years old at the time of completing the volunteer application 
  • Willing to commit to volunteering 4 hours a week for a minimum of 10 weeks between May 15-Sept 1 
  • Complete the Cleveland Clinic volunteer application & onboarding 
    • Teen onboarding includes a review of policies and procedures and TB test. TB tests are offered at no cost to volunteers through Cleveland Clinic Occupational Health. 
    • Provide proof of having received MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) and Varicella (chicken pox) immunizations 
  • Attend in-person teen program information session, orientation and role specific training. 
  • See additional information included in Teen Program Volunteer Role Below.

Based on the desired role, other requirements may apply

Volunteer Opportunities

The opportunities below are subject to availability.

  • Traditional Volunteer Roles

    • Inpatient and Outpatient Unit Support
    • Lobby Greeting (with Courtesy Transport & Wayfinding assistance)
    • Waiting Area & Lab Lines Attendant
    • Wheelchair Roundup & Errands
    • Surgical Instrument Depot
    • Cancer Center High Tea
    • Healing Services
    • Clerical Support
    • Vigil Volunteer / No One Dies Alone Program

    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.

  • Cleveland Clinic Concert Band

    Concert Band volunteers participate in an all Cleveland Clinic volunteer band. Band members must own (or have access to) a standard band instrument (no strings), be able to read music, and commit to attend a majority of rehearsals and performances.

  • 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.

  • Teen Program

    Our Teen Program is designed for teens ages 15-17 and college students interested in volunteering in the summer only. We accept applications for new Teen Program volunteers starting March 1- April 15. Teens in this program must commit to volunteering a minimum of 4 hours per week (the same day and time each week) for 10 weeks between May 15-Sept 1. *Volunteers under 18 are limited to volunteer shifts Mon-Friday between 9AM-4:30PM

  • College Program

    Our College Program is designed for students 18 and over who are enrolled in college courses. College Program Volunteers begin their service in much needed Lobby Greeting or Wheelchair Roundup Roles*.  This placement allows the volunteer to learn their way around our campus and develop customer service and communication skills. After a strong commitment is demonstrated through the completion of 60 hours and 6 months of service, placement in other assignments may be considered. Students in the College Program must commit to volunteering a minimum of 2 hours per week (the same day and time each week) for a minimum of 6 months. Most opening for this program are Monday - Friday between the hours of 8 AM - 8 PM.

    Applications to the College Program are accepted for set periods each year:

    • Fall Semester: Applications are accepted July 15-Sept 15
    • Spring Semester: Application are accepted Dec 1- Jan 15
    • Summer Only: (see Teen Program)

     

    *An exception may be made to place students pursuing Child Life studies in roles at Cleveland Clinic Children's. 

  • Shadowing, Senior Projects & Summer Internship Programs

    Shadowing, Senior Projects and Summer Internship Programs are not part of Volunteer Services. These are programs run through Cleveland Clinic's Center for Youth and College Education.  More information can be found on their website or email cyce@ccf.org

  • Internships

    Volunteer Services does not offer internships.  Internship opportunities can be found on the Cleveland Clinic Careers webpage

    • Volunteer Benefits

    • Free parking while volunteering 
    • Free volunteer uniform 
    • Gratitude food credit when volunteer shift is 4 or more hours 
    • The opportunity to build lasting relationships 

    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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