The Summer 2013 Teen Program is full. Please check back in September for new opportunities.
Thank you for your interest in the Prince William Medical Center's Auxiliary Teen Volunteer Program. We encourage you to send in your application as soon as possible because only 64 applications will be considered. All applications received after the first 64 will be put on a waiting list. If an opening becomes available, you will be notified in the order your application was received.
We offer three intensive two-week orientation programs, which will expose students to the culture of the hospital. The 2013 dates are:
July 8 – July 19
July 22 – August 2
August 5 – August 16.
Current Teen Volunteers
If you are a current Teen Volunteer and you want to return, download the Teen Volunteer Re-Application Form. Complete and return the form to the volunteer office, or by mail:
Prince William Medical Center Auxiliary
ATTN: Teen Volunteer Coordinator
8700 Sudley Road
Manassas, VA 20110
You can choose to continue working your current schedule or you can attend one of the intensive two-week programs. Select your option under the availability section of the re-application form.
New Teen Volunteers
Applicants must be between age 16 and age 18.
Step 1: complete the Teen Volunteer Application Form and return it to:
Prince William Medical Center Auxiliary
ATTN: Teen Volunteer Coordinator
8700 Sudley Road
Manassas, VA 20110
Click here to download the application form.
Step 2: two references are required. One recommendation must be from either a school guidance counselor or teacher; or from a parent if home schooled. One recommendation must be from a member of the community.
Have your references mail or fax the form directly to the Volunteer Office separate from your application. It is your responsibility to provide the address and fax number to your references.
Prince William Medical Center Auxiliary
ATTN: Teen Volunteer Coordinator
8700 Sudley Road
Manassas, VA 20110
Fax: 703-369-8728
Click here to download the reference form.
Step 3: upon completion of your application package, we will invite you and your parents or legal guardian to the Teen Volunteer Introduction Meeting. Attendance at this meeting is required for all participants, both those new to the program and those returning. At this meeting, we will discuss the commitment required by our volunteers to be in the program and the various service areas available to teen volunteers.
Step 4: upon acceptance to our program, you will be required to attend an orientation / training meeting. At this meeting (July 8 for Session 1, July 22 for Session 2 and August 5 for Session 3), you will learn about confidentiality, infection control, fire and safety, customer service, and more. You will receive your ID badge and your uniform (polo shirt). Lunch is provided.
Requirements for participation:
1. Be age 16 by June 1 of the year for which you are applying
2. Be a student in good standing with a “B” grade point average or above
3. Submit a complete application
4. Have one recommendation from a school guidance counselor or teacher (or from a parent if home schooled). All applicants must obtain one recommendation from a member of the community
5. Obtain written parental consent
6. Provide an up-to-date immunization record
7. Attend an introduction meeting
8. Attend an orientation/training meeting
9. Purchase a uniform (shirt): $25.
Teens must complete the entire two-week program to be eligible for a certificate of completion.
Scholarship Program:
The Prince William Medical Center Auxiliary offers two $1,000 scholarships annually. Any teen volunteer who has completed one year in the program is eligible to submit a scholarship application in his/her senior year of high school.
Membership:
The Auxiliary reserves the right to terminate the services of any teen who does not exhibit the qualities necessary for a successful volunteer experience.
For more information about the Teen Volunteer Program, call 703-369-8173.
Areas of Specialty for the Program*:
- Clerical support
- Information Desk service
- Patient-related services
- Surgical services.
*These areas are subject to change.