Adult Community Volunteer Program

Duke University Hospital

Duke Health volunteers are a vital part of the health care we provide to the more than half a million patients who visit us each year. Our Adult Community Volunteers at Duke University Hospital provide exceptional care and understanding by taking the time to give patients and their families the extra help and the listening ear they need.

Volunteer Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Not enrolled in an undergraduate program
  • Not a graduating high school seniors enrolling in an undergraduate program in the fall.
  • Commit to volunteer for at least one 2-4 hour volunteer shift a week for one year. Exceptions may be made from some volunteer programs.
  • Complete a background check and health clearance.
  • Attend a mandatory hospital orientation and department training.
  • Complete annual volunteer training.
  • Receive an annual flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption every fall.

Review Volunteer Opportunities

  • Click here to view a list of our current volunteer programs.
  • Note: Not all volunteer programs are currently accepting new volunteers.

Attend a virtual Volunteer Information Session 

  • Join us for a one hour virtual Volunteer Information Session to learn more about our volunteer programs and available shifts.
  • Click here to sign up for a Volunteer Information Session.

If you have any questions, please contact DUHVolunteerServices@dm.duke.edu.