VolunTeen Summer Program at Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center

VolunTeen Summer Program at Wellstar MCG Health

Make a difference in your community while having fun and exploring the healthcare environment at Wellstar MCG Health. Our program is designed to provide students interested in healthcare careers with access to the operation of a world-class medical center.

2027 application opens by February 2027

VolunTeens

Volunteering is an exciting and fun way to help others and learn about the healthcare profession— with lots of hospital exposure. However, it is also a serious commitment. VolunTeens provide hundreds of hours of valuable service to our patients, caregivers, and team members. Wellstar MCG Health offers volunteer opportunities for high school students, ages 15-18, in a variety of settings to support the patient experience in clinical and non-clinical departments, clerical work, and wayfinding.

We accept applications in February for the summer session with the program beginning in June. Students accepted into the summer program may continue to volunteer during the school year with approval from the Volunteer Services team.

If you are interested in serving as a VolunTeen, please submit the VolunTeen Application and required forms by March 15 during the open application period.

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.

Application Requirements

• Medical Release Form
• School Counselor Recommendation Form
• Short Essay
• Background Check (provided by Volunteer Services)
• Letter of Recommendation (not from a family member)

Dates and Deadlines

• Program dates: June 2 - July 18, 2025
• Application open: January 31 - March 3, 2025
• Interviews: March 10 - 21, 2025
• Confirmation with offer letter: April 21, 2025
• Orientation dates: May 2025

Becoming a Wellstar VolunTeen

1. Complete the online application.
2. Print the Medical Release Form and have your physician complete the form.
3. Provide current Immunization Record.
4. Print the School Counselor Recommendation Form and have your counselor complete and sign the form.
5. Please submit a letter of recommendation. This may not come from a family member.
6. The above documents should be submitted to Wellstar MCG Health Volunteer Services via email to [email protected] or via fax to 706-721-5196.
7. If you are accepted as a VolunTeen, you must have a TB test completed by your physician or Employee Health by orientation. Failure to do so will result in waiving your spot in the 2025 program.

Due to the limited number of volunteer positions in this program, not all applicants can be accepted. The selection criteria includes 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.

The expectation is that our teen volunteers will participate in a meaningful way. Please consider whether volunteering will fit your schedule and other commitments before applying. By submitting your completed application, you are agreeing to the program requirements.

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Wellstar MCG Health VolunTeen! We look forward to reviewing your application.