VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

For every health professional area, you will be expected to have gained knowledge of your field of interest through relevant paid or unpaid experience. The most common way to get experience in a healthcare setting is through volunteering at a hospital or other medical organization. We've listed some local hospitals and free clinics below to help in your search, but also recommend volunteering at nursing homes or hospice care to get experience. For veterinary school preparation, consider volunteering at local animal shelters and sanctuaries, in addition to looking for internships at your local zoo. 

Akron Children’s Hospital – Akron and Beeghly campuses

• Adult Volunteer Application

Aultman Hospital – Canton, OH

• Volunteering at Aultman

Cleveland Clinic Akron General – Akron, OH

• Volunteer at Akron General

Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital – Canton, OH

• Adult Volunteer Service Program

Open M – Akron, OH

• Health Services Volunteer Application

Summa Health – Akron, OH

• College Volunteer Program and Job Shadowing

University Hospitals Portage Medical Center – Ravenna, OH

• General Volunteer Services
• Summer Volunteer Program