VolunTeen Program at Wellstar Kennestone
Make a difference in your community while having fun and exploring the healthcare environment at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center. Our program is designed to provide students interested in healthcare careers access to the operations of a world-class medical center.
High School Volunteers
Volunteering is a fun activity, with lots of hospital exposure. However, it is also a serious commitment. VolunTeens provide hundreds of hours of valuable service to our patients, visitors and team members. Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center offers volunteer opportunities for high school students aged 16-18 in a variety of settings, including, but not limited to, customer service, clinical and non-clinical departments, patient transport and wayfinding.
We accept applications February 1-15 for the summer session. Students accepted into the summer program can continue to volunteer during the school year with approval from the Volunteer Services team.
If you are interested in applying for our program, please complete the VolunTeen Application during the open application period (February 1-15) and submit all required forms (immunization records and school counselor recommendation form) by February 28.
Once all forms are received, you will be contacted to schedule an interview. Those accepted into the program will be notified via email with information regarding TB testing and orientation requirements.
Dates and Deadlines
- Program dates: June - July
- Application open: February 1-15
- Interviews: March
- Orientation: April
Becoming a Wellstar VolunTeen
- Complete the online application.
- Provide current Immunization Record:
- Obtain proof of immunizations. We require proof of two Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR), two Varicella immunizations, or proof that you have had the disease, as well as documentation of the Tdap (Pertussis/Whooping Cough) vaccination.
- Submit the immunization form as a pdf attachment to [email protected].
- Print the School Counselor Recommendation Form and have your counselor complete and sign the form. The completed form should be submitted via email to [email protected].
Due to the limited number of positions in this program, not all applicants will be accepted. The selection criteria include receipt of a completed application and required documentation, ability to make required time commitment, previous volunteer or community service experience, GPA, student leadership positions, communication skills, and interest in a career in the healthcare field.
Applicants must be able to participate in the entire session, volunteering for one 2-hour shift per week for 6 of the 8 weeks of summer. Please consider whether volunteering will fit your schedule or other commitments. By submitting your completed application, you are agreeing to the program requirements.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a Wellstar Kennestone VolunTeen. We look forward to reviewing your application.