The Junior Volunteer program at Pennsylvania Hospital provides students who are at least 14 years old with career exposure to a variety of healthcare professions.
Each summer, the Volunteer Services Office at Pennsylvania Hospital offers the Student Ambassador Program for students (ages 14-17). Teens who participate in this summer program receive a behind-the-scenes look at health care careers. Junior Volunteers have the opportunity to make new friends, learn new things, help others and have fun. The program targets high school students who may be interested in pursuing a career in health care, but all students are invited to apply.
Upon completion of the program you will receive a certificate and letter confirming your hours of service.
Location(s)
- Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Schedule
- June 29 - August 21, 2026
Cost/Compensation
Eligibility Requirements
- Students must be between the ages of 14 and 17
Deadline
- Pennsylvania Hospital will only accept the first 50 applications received
Application or Entry Requirements
- You can obtain an application by contacting Olivia Hennelly in Volunteer Services, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 am and 3 pm. Please call 215-829-5187 to request a summer/junior application or email Olivia.Hennelly@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
- A completed online application
- An interview with the Volunteer Services team
- Complete medical documentation/health screening
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Penn Medicine is an academic medical center comprising the University of Pennsylvania Health System, situated in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1765, it stands as one of the oldest medical institutions in the United States. Penn Medicine encompasses the Perelman School of Medicine, consistently ranked among the top medical schools globally, and a constellation of hospitals including the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Hospital, and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. With a focus on patient care, research, and education, Penn Medicine offers a comprehensive range of specialized clinical services and pioneering breakthroughs in biomedical research. Its interdisciplinary approach fosters collaboration among clinicians, scientists, and educators.
