Junior Summer Volunteer Program (JSVP)
Boston Medical Center
An eight-week summer volunteer program giving high school students firsthand exposure to hospital life through weekly outpatient volunteering plus a lecture series led by BMC physicians, nurses, surgeons, and social workers.
Who should apply
Rising juniors and seniors, especially Boston residents, wanting low-barrier hospital exposure and direct contact with a wide range of healthcare professionals.
Eligibility
Students entering junior or senior year who can commit to all 8 weeks; preference for Boston residents. ~70 accepted, fills quickly.
What you get
- One recurring 3-hour weekly volunteer shift in outpatient areas
- Weekly lecture series with BMC clinicians and administrators
- Documentation of service hours and a certificate of completion
What the application involves
- Entering junior or senior year
- Commitment to the full 8-week program
- Online application (Boston Public School students get early access)
Application tips
- Apply the moment the application opens, spots fill within days.
- If you're a Boston Public Schools student, use the January early-access window.
Good to know
2026 program runs June 29–August 21; in-person only, no remote option.
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