Volunteer at Abbott Northwestern Hospital

If you want to make an impact on your community or spend some time giving back to those who need help, consider volunteering at Abbott Northwestern.

By volunteering at Abbott Northwestern, you’ll get to make a difference in people’s lives. Volunteers from age 14 to 99 serve patients, guests and employees.

Volunteer opportunities

Adults (18+)
Adult Volunteer Program

College students
Weekly college program
Health Care Serve & Learn Experience

Juniors (14 to 18 years of age)
School year program
Summer program

How to become a volunteer

• Complete an online application.
• Once your application is received, you will get an e-mail with upcoming orientation dates.
• Sign up for an orientation date, complete and submit the mandatory Health Clearance form.
• Attend an orientation session.
• Complete required health screening. This can be done at Abbott Northwestern (no charge) or by your physician.
• Complete an onboarding shift (information will be provided at orientation)

For more information

If you have any questions, please e-mail us.

For current volunteers