Volunteer Opportunities

All JVS volunteer opportunities and internships are remote until further notice.

Individual Volunteer Opportunities

Each year, over 350 people volunteer at JVS. Our volunteers have a great impact on the lives of thousands of people throughout the Greater Boston community. JVS offers a variety of volunteer opportunities at all of our locations.

Some of these opportunities include:

• ESOL Classroom Assistance
• Academic Services Tutoring
• Resume and Professional Development Assistance
• Community Outreach Assistance

For a complete list of current volunteer opportunities, please visit our Volunteer Match page to learn more.

Volunteer Opportunities for Groups:

Is your workplace or religious group looking to volunteer together? If so, JVS can accommodate groups up to 20 people at our downtown location and outreach events. These opportunities may include:

• ESOL classroom assistance
• Mock interview sessions
• Community outreach assistance in Boston immigrant communities

We are happy to work with you to create a customized volunteer opportunity tailored to your group!

Internship Opportunities:

Are you a college student seeking an internship? JVS partners with many local colleges to provide quality, hands-on internships. JVS interns work in programs throughout JVS, including Refugee Services, Academic Services, Business Services, and Marketing/Outreach programs, helping our clients find their pathway to economic success and financial independence. Read about some of our internship positions below and learn how you can apply for a fall, spring, and/or summer internship:

Refugee Services:

• ESOL Teaching Assistant
• Career Coach Assistant

Adult Diploma Program:

• Classroom Assistant

English for Advancement Program:

• ESOL Teaching Assistant
• Career Coach Assistant
• EFA Community Outreach Assistant