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Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 is happy to offer our annual summer volunteer experience. This is an intensive experience where volunteers will get the chance to serve over 100 hours in multiple areas of our organization. Comprised of multiple shifts per week, volunteers can expect to get experience across a variety of our organization's departments.

This experience is only offered to college students who attend college outside of the Chicago-land area, who would not otherwise have an opportunity to volunteer during the non-summer months.

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Students will have the opportunity to gain experience across a variety of our organization's departments including:

• Adaptive Sports & Fitness
• Therapeutic Recreation
• Wheelchair and Seating
• Patient Services and Transport
• Spiritual Care
• Innovation Centers (Nursing Centers)
• ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91s (Therapy Sessions)
• and more!

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We are seeking applicants who meet the following criteria: do not currently attend college in the Chicago-land area, are seeking an in-depth volunteer experience, can commit to 100 hours of service by the program's end date and have an interest in healthcare and rehabilitation settings.

To apply, students must:

• Complete the
• Provide proof of vaccination for MMR & Varicella
• Provide proof of Negative TB test
• Pass a background check
• Complete an online training/competencies and in-person orientation

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My University is in Chicago. Can I apply?

Unfortunately, as a student in Chicago, you do not qualify. This experience is only offered to college students who attend college outside of the Chicagoland area, who would not otherwise have an opportunity to volunteer during the non-summer months.

We also offer general volunteering opportunities that are not limited to students. Learn more about our general volunteer roles.

I will only be available to volunteer for one month. Can I still participate? 

No, we do not offer an expedited experience. As part of our Summer Program, participants are scheduled to start May/June through August.

How do I ensure I will meet the 100-hour commitment?

Service hours are to be completed over a 10¨C12-week duration starting in May/June through August. For example, with a start date of June 2, and an end date of August 8, you would need to work ~ 3-4 shifts per week (~9-12 hours) per week. Shifts are typically three-hour duration, offered Monday through Friday: 9 am-12 pm and/or 1-4 pm.

If you are accepted into the program and your anticipated schedule does not equal 100 hours, you are subject to removal from the program.

What area of the hospital will I work in? Do I get to pick?

You will rotate throughout different areas of the hospital throughout the entire program. Your shift schedule will remain the same for the entirety of the program, with consistent days and times. However, the location of your shift will change on a rotational basis. Some areas will be patient facing, others with less patient interaction. For the last few weeks of the program, we typically offer you preferences for your assignments.

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If you have additional questions, please contact Volunteer Services at 312.238.6027 or volunteer@sralab.org.

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