Work one-on-one with a first-generation college student as they explore careers and receive professional development training. You will cultivate your Fellow’s strengths, help them secure internships, and overcome obstacles while building your leadership skills and growing your network.

As a mentor, you will provide supportive mentoring that improves self-worth for young people. You need to be authentic, genuinely care, and just keep showing up. Connections will fully equip you with the skills and support necessary to be great.

As a Classroom Mentor, you will work directly with students to help them develop their journalism skills. This role involves providing guidance, feedback, and support to students as they create content for their school newspapers.

As a volunteer mentor, you will connect with young people, supporting and engaging with them to champion their individual needs, goals, and interests. This role is part of our commitment to Youth and Family Well-Being.

Participate in monthly Saturday workshops to provide career advice and share professional experiences with first-generation college students. Engage in small group activities and help students explore career paths.

Engage in virtual sessions covering topics like mock interviews, pitch training, and resume reviews. Share career insights and support first-generation college students across New York, New Jersey, and Illinois.

As a mentor, you will be working with students age 10-14 years old at our Kid Reporter Program workshops in New York City to guide them through brainstorming, research, writing, and editing their articles for the IndyKids newspaper.

Help students explore potential careers by sharing your workplace and career path with program participants.

Provide one-on-one support or facilitate small groups to help individuals transition to a plant-powered lifestyle. Mentors share their personal experiences and guide others in maintaining a whole food, plant-based diet.

Be a judge and provide meaningful feedback for our Career Essentials Create-a-Company presentations, where students develop and present pitches for their potential business.

Join us as a mock interviewer to help prepare students for future job interviews. You can also bring mock interviewing to your workplace as a company-wide volunteering event.

Join our Speakers Bureau to share your insights and expertise with students at our partner schools. This role is ideal for active or retired journalists who can speak to groups of high school (and sometimes middle school) students either in person or virtually.

The HIAS NY Legal and Asylum Volunteer Program aims to provide HIAS clients with holistic, wraparound services by facilitating one-on-one partnerships between our clients and volunteer mentors in the New York tristate area. Volunteer opportunities include various types of mentorship, cultural orientation programming, ESL and English conversation support, interpretation and translation services, and accompaniment opportunities.

Lead a team of approximately 3-5 consultants, working 4-5 hours per week. All leaders receive training prior to the start of the consulting engagement. Leadership experience is encouraged.

Volunteer Consultants work 3-4 hours per week with their teams and independently. All consultants receive training prior to the start of their consulting engagement.

As a Global Guide, volunteers lead workshops on their country and culture for K-12 students in NYC-area schools. This role is application-based and suited for those with experience working with youth and comfortable speaking English in front of a group.

Help connect youth to specific paid practicum opportunities with various industry partners. Volunteers will assist in coordinating career development activities and mentoring participants.

From January to April, assist community members in electronically filing their taxes through our free VITA Tax Preparation Program. Volunteers should be qualified and able to help with tax preparation.

Participate in team-building volunteer activities that provide unique experiences for both volunteers and participants. Engage in impactful sponsorship options that directly fund our initiatives.

Assist with events, marketing, writing, translation, research, or administrative tasks. Project-based volunteers contribute to short-term opportunities and support various organizational needs.

Assist with office operations, education and community programs, marketing, development, and special events. Volunteers with tech and social media skills are needed to support the organization's various initiatives.

Help with technology and household issues, such as hanging pictures or fixing glitches in computer software. This role is essential for assisting older adults in staying connected and managing their daily tasks.

Engage in advocacy efforts, participate in the RUSA Connects Telegram Group, and support English and art teaching initiatives. Volunteers will also support trans youth through educational programs.

Plan educational or social events, develop projects, and build relationships with partner organizations. Organizers can serve specific communities or work across various areas to lead local movements.

Deliver educational programs or demos about plant-based nutrition. Educators inspire new audiences with their knowledge and support PPMNY through planning and project development.

A Child Advocate is an adult who volunteers to spend time with and advocate on behalf of an individual unaccompanied immigrant child while they are subject to deportation proceedings. Volunteers must be at least 21 years old and undergo a thorough clearance and training process.

Assist neighbors with medical escorts, errands, and more as part of the Neighbor-to-Neighbor (N2N) program. Volunteers provide essential support to help seniors maintain independence.

Lead ongoing groups for reading, outings, art, and exercise, or create a new group. Volunteers engage seniors in social and recreational activities to enhance their quality of life.

Assist with application preparation and intake at legal clinics to support immigrants in accessing legal services and representation.

Pianists are needed to accompany rehearsals and performances. This role involves working closely with the ensemble to support musical presentations.

Participants help beautify city neighborhoods by creating murals and cleaning up public spaces like beaches. This role is part of One To World's community service events aimed at empowering local communities.

Assist in distributing donated items to families, serving food, reading to children, assisting senior clients, and engaging in arts and crafts with children during various special events hosted by Nazareth Housing throughout the year.

Join Repair the World’s Summer Teen Service Corps, a service-learning program for teens in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Participants will volunteer at local non-profits and explore connections between identity and service.

Provide legal assistance, conduct research, and participate in mentorship programs. Volunteers will use their expertise to support the legal and educational needs of the community.

Support the Public Exchanges program by helping to organize and present public platforms for the voices and visions of the Art Start community of youth and families. Volunteers will assist in event planning and execution.

Provide mental health support, assist with temporary housing, and participate in the Rainbow Connections Mentorship Program. Volunteers will offer guidance and support to LGBTQ+ immigrants and asylum seekers.

Help plan and manage BAiP's programs by joining a committee. Volunteers play a crucial role in the strategic development and execution of community initiatives.

Help redesign and curate content for the Harlem Wellness Center's newsletter. Volunteers will assist in preparing new editions to expand the organization's reach.

Represent the plant-based movement by doing outreach at fairs and festivals, building relationships with local influencers, and speaking at relevant meetings or conferences. Ambassadors help spread awareness about plant-based nutrition and its benefits.

Assist in conducting arts workshops for young people coping with challenging circumstances such as homelessness and the juvenile justice system. Help facilitate creative activities and provide support to participants.

Create engaging content for Harlem Wellness Center's social justice and wellness platforms. Volunteers will use tools like Canva to design graphics and videos.

Engage in virtual grant reading sessions to support GrowNYC's funding efforts. Volunteers will review and provide feedback on grant applications.

Join our volunteer community as a hairstylist, masseuse, nail technician, reflexologist, or other wellness provider. Help provide free haircuts and massages to survivors of trauma in partnership with community-based organizations.

As an editor, you will assist the editor-in-chief with revising articles written by our Kid Reporters in order to prepare them for publication in our newspaper. Experience with AP Style is a plus!

This volunteer creates and posts content to our three social media platforms: Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Content will be generated to promote speakers, events, fundraisers, and field trips, as well as educate and entertain our members and social followers.

Interns will work with the Brooklyn Supervised Visitation Program, assisting in providing a safe and supportive environment for children and their families during supervised visits. This internship is unpaid and typically runs from Fall to Spring.

Community Education Interns assist our Community Educator in preparing materials for workshops on healthy relationships and teen dating violence. Workshops are delivered to youth and youth-serving professionals throughout New York City. Interns assist with curriculum development, participant surveys, data entry, tabling events, and promoting Day One workshops.

Legal Services Interns work alongside Day One’s Supervising Attorney to litigate cases involving obtaining orders of protection, custody and visitation, immigration, housing, and school advocacy. Interns also conduct research on legal precedents related to teenagers, dating violence, and technology abuse.

HR, Culture, and Operations interns support the activities of the Administration Team while learning about human resources administration for a small non-profit organization. This position works under the supervision of the HR and Operations Coordinator, and in partnership with various office committees to support office events and cultivate an amazing office culture at Day One.

Development and Special Event Interns work closely with the Development Manager. Tasks include assisting with foundation prospect research, fundraising event planning, database updates, and additional resource development.

Communications Interns work closely with the Communications and Development Manager to help get the word out about our services via social media, public awareness campaigns, and distribution of educational materials. The intern will also help with newsletters, email blasts, mailings, written appeals, and other duties as assigned.

Volunteers conduct three mock interviews and provide feedback to mentees to help them ace their next job interview. Volunteers are provided with a job description and interview questions to guide the process.

Work with small groups of mentees during targeted sessions to help them understand and develop essential skills needed to successfully complete their job search.

Volunteers participate in rapid-fire networking sessions where mentees practice their elevator pitches and meet as many professionals as possible. Volunteers act as sounding boards, networking with mentees and giving feedback to strengthen their story and skills.

Assist our trained advocates in providing crisis intervention services to survivors of gender-based violence. Volunteers will help manage the helpline, provide support, and connect survivors to necessary resources.

Volunteer Advocates work with children and families, caseworkers, and attorneys to identify and access needed resources and services. They become a trusted resource for young people and families involved in child welfare proceedings in the Richmond County Family Court.

Mentor young people who have been arrested to help keep them at home and in school. Volunteers will work with CFR's Youth Defense Practice to provide guidance and support to at-risk youth.

Support the Community Advocacy Project by helping parents during ACS investigations and assisting in clearing state records. Volunteers will engage with clients and provide administrative support.

Assist CFR's legal teams in providing representation to families facing court proceedings. Volunteers will work closely with attorneys to support case preparation and client advocacy.

Thank you so very much for your willingness to volunteer for the Innocence Project in New York City. Please understand that we need volunteers who can help us in the office. If you’re not from the New York City metropolitan area, please visit the Innocence Network website where you’ll find organizations closer to you who would be very happy to have your help.

Participate in clinics and study groups to serve low-income clients. Clinics include Immigration Screening, LGBTQ Asylum, and Housing Repair. Volunteers assist in providing legal guidance and support to clients.

Each year, Legal Services NYC partners with more than 4,000 pro bono volunteers from nearly 100 law firms and corporations across the city to help New Yorkers facing a range of legal challenges. Volunteers work on more than 3,500 cases and donate approximately 100,000 hours annually, benefiting over 7,000 low-income people.

Volunteers are needed to help raise funds to support the Sikh Coalition's programs and team expansion. This role involves hosting house fundraisers, creating personal fundraisers on social media, and participating in fundraising events.

Participate in building projects and networking events with other young professionals committed to making a difference in housing equity. Volunteers will gain skills in construction and leadership while supporting Habitat's mission.

Join the Women Build program to help construct homes and empower women through hands-on building experiences. Volunteers will work alongside other women in a supportive environment to make a tangible impact on the community.

Volunteers provide interpretive services through short talks at key artifacts throughout the Memorial & Museum. Extensive training is provided, totaling 50-60 hours over four months.

Provide interpretive services to visitors through short talks at key artifacts throughout the Memorial & Museum. Extensive training of 50-60 hours over a four-month period is required.

Volunteer Speaking Partners serve as in-class conversation facilitators or one-on-one conversation partners in group English classes for parents of young children. Volunteers help improve everyday English skills.

Corporate volunteers participate in group experiences designed to engage employees in a high-impact program addressing vital community needs. This boosts employee engagement and demonstrates corporate responsibility.

Provide one-on-one reading help for parents of young children and other adults. Volunteers will work with participants to help them achieve their reading goals and feel more comfortable reading with their children.

Provide one-on-one tutoring to Footsteps members preparing for high school equivalency exams (GED) and college entrance exams (SAT, ACT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT). Tutors also offer subject-specific tutoring in areas such as ESL, math, writing, sociology, and economics.

Help broaden Footsteps members' networks for career advancement and professional development. Serve as a resource in specific fields or careers, offering guidance and networking opportunities.

Offer free professional services in areas such as tax preparation, website design, legal advice, mental health services, and financial literacy. Certified professionals are needed to aid members in these areas.

We need a Marketing Specialist to help promote our programs and events. This role involves developing marketing strategies, creating promotional materials, and managing marketing campaigns.

We need a Volunteer Recruitment Specialist to help attract and onboard new volunteers. This role involves creating recruitment strategies, conducting interviews, and organizing orientation sessions.

Join our Fundraising Team to help plan and execute fundraising events and campaigns. This role involves donor outreach, event planning, and managing fundraising initiatives.

Join our Finance Team to help manage our financial operations. This role involves budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

We are looking for a skilled Grant Writer to help secure funding for our programs. The role involves researching grant opportunities, writing proposals, and managing grant applications.

The Grants Manager will oversee the grant application process, manage awarded grants, and ensure compliance with grant requirements. This role is crucial for maintaining our funding streams.

We are looking for a Social Media Specialist to manage our online presence. This role involves creating content, managing social media accounts, and engaging with our community online.

Join our Board of Directors to help guide the strategic direction of JAIA. Board members are responsible for governance, fundraising, and advocacy efforts.

Assist in conducting dance workshops for diverse groups, including disadvantaged communities and areas of conflict. Help with setup, coordination, and participant engagement during the workshops.

Support the planning and execution of events such as the Battery Dance Festival. Responsibilities include logistics coordination, volunteer management, and ensuring smooth event operations.

Assist in organizing and executing community events such as the Chinatown Block Party and Night Market. Volunteers will help with event setup, coordination, and engaging with attendees to promote cultural heritage.

Interns assist with legal research, case preparation, and client interviews under the supervision of experienced attorneys. This role offers hands-on experience in legal advocacy and public interest law.

Volunteers engage with local communities to provide resources and information on legal rights, government benefits, and more. They help organize 'know your rights' trainings and distribute educational materials.

Attorneys, law students, and other volunteers work in partnership with Legal Aid Society staff to expand our ability to provide legal services to a greater number of clients and communities. All pro bono referrals have been screened by our attorneys and legal professionals who are experts in the field.

Financial experts and forensic accountants can mentor clients on financial matters or uncover hidden income sources to help clients obtain fair financial awards.

Paralegals can assist legal teams with case preparation and provide interpretation services for non-English-speaking clients, particularly those who speak Spanish.

Volunteer lawyers may choose to take on a divorce case involving financial or child-related issues in Supreme Court, or an order of protection, custody/visitation or child or spousal support matter in Family Court. Attorneys may also volunteer to research a variety of policy issues and collaborate with us on affecting systemic changes in the courts.

Oliver Mentors are adult professionals who provide career advice, personal counseling, and academic and financial guidance. As a role model, a Mentor shares their unique perspective and experiences with the Scholar.

Oliver’s Mock Interview workshop is designed to prepare eighth graders to succeed when they interview at independent schools. Volunteers interview students one-on-one, provide in-person feedback, and complete a written report for each student.

Interview Weekend is a two-day event during which interviews are conducted with prospective Oliver Scholars and their families. Volunteers help with interviews for students and parents, providing insights and support throughout the process.

Each year on the day before Thanksgiving, Oliver students come together to do community service across four boroughs of New York City. Volunteers are invited to serve the community alongside our Scholars.

Assist in an after-school program for middle and high school students to develop leadership skills, cultivate ethical values, and make a positive impact in their community.

Support the ESL For Life program by providing tailored English language education to immigrant youth and young adults to enhance their job prospects and integration.

Work directly with youth aging out of foster care to provide mentoring and support. Help them transition to independence by assisting with education, housing, and employment needs.

Assist social workers in providing comprehensive support to children in foster care. Help with case management, client advocacy, and connecting children to necessary services.

Volunteer as a pro bono attorney to provide legal representation and advocacy for children in foster care. Help ensure their rights are protected and they receive the support they need.

Provide adults and children with one-on-one support in areas such as homework help, ESL, and standardized test prep. Tutors must commit to meet one hour per week for a minimum of three months.