Volunteer at Dana-Farber
How to Apply
Volunteering at Dana-Farber is a rewarding and enriching experience. Institute staff, donors, and volunteers all work toward a common goal of defeating cancer.
To apply for a volunteer position at Dana-Farber, individuals must submit:
- A completed application
- Two written references
To download a copy of our reference form, please click on the link below.
Download Reference Form (PDF)
Please choose from the following options for the application:
Online Application
To apply for a position using our online form, please click on the below link. A representative from our volunteer services office will contact you shortly.
Mail Application
To download and print the application form, please click on the link below.
Download printable volunteer application form (PDF)
Once you've completed the form, please mail it to:
Volunteer ServicesDana-Farber Cancer Institute
44 Binney Street
Boston, MA 02115
Adult and Pediatric Patient and Family Advisory Councils
The Adult and Pediatric Patient and Family Advisory Councils are for patients and/or family members of Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center and Dana-Farber/Children's Hospital Cancer Care only. Please download and complete the following application and return it to:
Linda LarkinDana-Farber Cancer Institute
44 Binney Street SW 160
Boston, MA 02115.
Download Patient and Family Advisory Councils application (PDF)
For further information about the Advisory Councils, please contact Linda at (617) 632-3727 or refer to the Councils' Web sites.
Adult Patient and Family Advisory Council Web site
Pediatric Patient and Family Advisory Council Web site
Summer Volunteer Program
If you are interested in volunteering at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute during summer 2010, please be advised of the following requirements:
- Volunteers must serve two half days (four hours each) or one full day (eight hours each) per week for a minimum of 10 consecutive weeks, totaling 80 hours of service.
- Once potential volunteers have completed the Summer Application Form, they will be contacted in early May to schedule an interview and continue with the application process.
- Applications are due by Friday, April 2, 2010.
Download Summer Application Form (PDF)
Junior Volunteer Program
The Junior Summer Volunteer Program is for volunteers between the ages of 16 and 18 only. The program requires a minimum six-week commitment, beginning the last week of June or the first full week of July. We will only consider you for volunteer service if you are able to demonstrate a commitment for the full consecutive six weeks. We place applicants for service based on availability of assignments, schedule, interests and needs of the Institute.
If you are interested in applying, a completed Junior Volunteer Application and two references must be received by Volunteer Services no later than Friday, April 2, 2010. We will contact all applicants by Friday, April 16, 2010.
Download Junior Volunteer Program application form (PDF)
Download Reference Form (PDF)
