Teen Volunteer Opportunities

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Explore exciting teen volunteer opportunities with the City of Mountain View! Make a positive impact on your community while gaining valuable skills.

All teen volunteer opportunities are free of cost to participants. Age limits vary depending on the program. See below for descriptions of each program and how you can apply.


THE VIEW TEEN CENTER

Whether it's assisting with workshops, contributing to creative projects, or simply being a positive presence, The View Teen Center offers a volunteer platform for teens to thrive, learn, and create lasting impacts.

Teen Volunteer Project: Hospital Kits

Calling all Teens! Help a child patient cope in the hospital during a difficult time! Volunteer your time to make cards, sew snuggle hearts, and pack activity kits. Activity Kits will go to pediatric patients at local hospitals. This is a great opportunity to earn community service hours. Teen volunteers have packed and donated more than 450 kits since 2021!

📆 Thursday, Jul. 18
🕓 4:30-6 p.m.
📍 The View Teen Center

Register here.
This project is limited to 30 teens.

Have a workshop or program you would like to lead at The View Teen Center? Please email us.

 


Get Certified in teen Mental Health First Aid!

teen Mental Health First Aid (teen MHFA) teaches teens to identify, understand, and respond to mental health and substance use challenges and crises among their peers and friends.  Teens ages 15-18 are eligible to participate in this three-day training workshop in July 2024 at The View Teen Center.

Information Session
Thursday, May 2
6-7 p.m.
The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue

Training Sessions
The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue

  • Monday, July 22 - 4-6 p.m.
  • Wednesday, July 24 - 4-6 p.m.
  • Friday, July 26 - 4-7 p.m.

Register here!

 


TEEN VOLUNTEER SUMMER PROGRAM

Elevate your summer with the Teen Volunteer Summer Program, supporting the Recreation Division's Summer Camp, Swim Lesson, and Deer Hollow Farm programs. Dive into a dynamic and enjoyable volunteer experience, blending advanced training with meaningful service opportunities.

The Teen Volunteer Summer Program is open to ages 14-17. Please email TheViewTeenCenter@mountainview.gov with any questions. 

The 2024 application period is closed. Applications for Summer 2025 will open in March 2025.

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Junior Leaders

Junior Leaders will join the City of Mountain View summer camps to engage with youth, lead activities and games, and shadow staff. Volunteer shifts are 8:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Junior Lifeguards

Junior Lifeguards will assist Aquatics staff in swim lessons by making the pool a safe, fun and friendly atmosphere. Volunteer shift times vary and are available Monday-Saturday.

Deer Hollow Farm Interns

Deer Hollow Farm Interns will assist staff during Deer Hollow Farm Wilderness Camps with a variety of outdoor and farm activities. Volunteer shifts are 8:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. Monday-Friday.