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Volunteer Opportunities
Somerset: 908-685-2952
Welcome to RWJ Somerset Volunteer Services!
Volunteers provide a vital part of the high-quality care that Robert Wood
Johnson University Hospital Somerset is known for, and help us enhance
the patient experience every day.
By becoming a volunteer at RWJUH Somerset, you are choosing to be part
of a dynamic team who truly touches the lives of patients, families, visitors,
and staff. By contributing both your time and talent, you’ll be
helping others, meeting new people and learning new skills. While this
is a very rewarding experience, it also requires a significant commitment--both
in terms of service hours and the prerequisites that must be met as part
of our process.
We offer a wide variety of volunteer opportunities and invite you to learn more:
Adult Volunteers
Teen Volunteers
Frequently Asked Questions
WHY SHOULD I VOLUNTEER AT RWJUH SOMERSET?
While volunteers offer their services free of charge, they receive many
benefits: They meet new people, make new friends, share their knowledge
or learn new skills, and most of all, volunteers receive the satisfaction
that comes from being needed and helping others. Volunteering at RWJUH
Somerset gives you the opportunity to experience all of this in a world-class
health care setting. Having a background in volunteer services can also
be beneficial when you are applying for education or employment opportunities.
DO YOU ALWAYS NEED VOLUNTEERS?
We almost always need qualified and committed adult volunteers. At certain
times of the year, our Teen Volunteer program reaches capacity and we
cannot accept new applications at those times.
WILL I BE ABLE TO SHADOW A DOCTOR, OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL OR HAVE
A CLINICAL EXPERIENCE WHEN I VOLUNTEER AT THE MEDICAL CENTER?
Volunteers serve to meet the non-clinical needs of the hospital. The Volunteer
Services department does not offer internship or shadowing opportunities.
Volunteers do not provide or participate in clinical care.
IF I BECOME A VOLUNTEER, WILL I GET A JOB AT THE HOSPITAL?
While volunteering is a great way to enhance your resume, it is not a way
to increase your chance of employment at Robert Wood Johnson University
Hospital Somerset. If you are seeking employment, please go to our
Career site
.
WHAT IS THE TIME COMMITMENT REQUIRED FOR BEING A VOLUNTEER?
The minimum time commitment is two to four hours per week for one year
with 100 hours of service. You must be able to commit to volunteering
on a weekly basis.
WHAT ARE THE HOURS?
Volunteer shifts are available mornings, afternoons and evenings, seven
days a week. There are a wide variety of volunteer opportunities and shifts
available.
CAN I CHOOSE MY VOLUNTEER ASSIGNMENT?
We listen carefully to prospective volunteers' interests and goals during
the interview process and make every effort to place them in positions
that will be interesting to them and applicable to their skill set, while
still meeting the needs of the hospital. Every effort is made to place
a volunteer in their preferred area, but it is not always possible.
WHAT ARE THE AGE REQUIREMENTS?
The minimum age to volunteer is 15 years of age and a sophomore in high
school for the Teen Volunteer program. Adults, including college students,
of all ages are welcome to join the Adult program.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR A VOLUNTEER APPLICATION TO BE PROCESSED?
On average, the entire process takes several weeks. All application requirements
must be met prior to starting.
IS THERE A DRESS CODE?
Yes, all volunteers wear a specific volunteer uniform or shirt. A professional,
groomed appearance is required for all volunteers at all times.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE ADULT VOLUNTEER PROGRAM?
Adult applicants, including college students, are encouraged to apply online.
Find additional information about our
adult volunteer program here
.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE TEEN VOLUNTEER PROGRAM?
Applicants for our Teen Volunteer program (high school sophomores and juniors
age 15 – 18) must call the Volunteer Services department for a brief
phone interview and to request an application. Applications are only sent
after speaking with the interested volunteer, not the parent or guardian.
Please call
908-685-2952
. You can find additional information about our
teen volunteer program here
.
CAN I VOLUNTEER FOR JUST THE SUMMER?
Unfortunately, our program requires a full year commitment. As such, summer
only (or other school breaks) opportunities are not available.
Our Quality
Testimonials
Appointments
For more information about volunteering at Robert Wood Johnson University
Hospital Somerset, please call: 908-685-2952.
The care was incredible. They all encouraged me and made me feel like I was their most important patient. They kept telling me, ‘We’re going to get through this,
Steve
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Since the surgery, I'm walking without pain. I'm walking without a limp and I was even able to dance with my son at his wedding.
Patients
Read More
“I was beyond stressed – it’s hard to explain unless you go through it,” says Jean, age 63. “But that recommendation was the best one I’ve ever received in my life.”
Jean
Read More
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Apr 20, 2026
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Apr 9, 2026
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Mar 24, 2026
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Apr 27, 2026
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May 8, 2026
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Find A Doctor
RWJ University Hospital Somerset
110 Rehill Avenue
Somerville
,
NJ
08876
USA
(908) 685-2200
Get Directions
Hours
Monday-Saturday 8:00am-9:00pm
Sunday CLOSED
(908) 685-2200
Not finding the treatment you're looking for?
View All Services
Volunteer Opportunities at RWJUH Somerset
Volunteer Opportunities at RWJUH So ...
Volunteer Opportunities
Somerset: 908-685-2952
Welcome to RWJ Somerset Volunteer Services!
Volunteers provide a vital part of the high-quality care that Robert Wood
Johnson University Hospital Somerset is known for, and help us enhance
the patient experience every day.
By becoming a volunteer at RWJUH Somerset, you are choosing to be part
of a dynamic team who truly touches the lives of patients, families, visitors,
and staff. By contributing both your time and talent, you’ll be
helping others, meeting new people and learning new skills. While this
is a very rewarding experience, it also requires a significant commitment--both
in terms of service hours and the prerequisites that must be met as part
of our process.
We offer a wide variety of volunteer opportunities and invite you to learn more:
Adult Volunteers
Teen Volunteers
Frequently Asked Questions
WHY SHOULD I VOLUNTEER AT RWJUH SOMERSET?
While volunteers offer their services free of charge, they receive many
benefits: They meet new people, make new friends, share their knowledge
or learn new skills, and most of all, volunteers receive the satisfaction
that comes from being needed and helping others. Volunteering at RWJUH
Somerset gives you the opportunity to experience all of this in a world-class
health care setting. Having a background in volunteer services can also
be beneficial when you are applying for education or employment opportunities.
DO YOU ALWAYS NEED VOLUNTEERS?
We almost always need qualified and committed adult volunteers. At certain
times of the year, our Teen Volunteer program reaches capacity and we
cannot accept new applications at those times.
WILL I BE ABLE TO SHADOW A DOCTOR, OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL OR HAVE
A CLINICAL EXPERIENCE WHEN I VOLUNTEER AT THE MEDICAL CENTER?
Volunteers serve to meet the non-clinical needs of the hospital. The Volunteer
Services department does not offer internship or shadowing opportunities.
Volunteers do not provide or participate in clinical care.
IF I BECOME A VOLUNTEER, WILL I GET A JOB AT THE HOSPITAL?
While volunteering is a great way to enhance your resume, it is not a way
to increase your chance of employment at Robert Wood Johnson University
Hospital Somerset. If you are seeking employment, please go to our
Career site
.
WHAT IS THE TIME COMMITMENT REQUIRED FOR BEING A VOLUNTEER?
The minimum time commitment is two to four hours per week for one year
with 100 hours of service. You must be able to commit to volunteering
on a weekly basis.
WHAT ARE THE HOURS?
Volunteer shifts are available mornings, afternoons and evenings, seven
days a week. There are a wide variety of volunteer opportunities and shifts
available.
CAN I CHOOSE MY VOLUNTEER ASSIGNMENT?
We listen carefully to prospective volunteers' interests and goals during
the interview process and make every effort to place them in positions
that will be interesting to them and applicable to their skill set, while
still meeting the needs of the hospital. Every effort is made to place
a volunteer in their preferred area, but it is not always possible.
WHAT ARE THE AGE REQUIREMENTS?
The minimum age to volunteer is 15 years of age and a sophomore in high
school for the Teen Volunteer program. Adults, including college students,
of all ages are welcome to join the Adult program.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR A VOLUNTEER APPLICATION TO BE PROCESSED?
On average, the entire process takes several weeks. All application requirements
must be met prior to starting.
IS THERE A DRESS CODE?
Yes, all volunteers wear a specific volunteer uniform or shirt. A professional,
groomed appearance is required for all volunteers at all times.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE ADULT VOLUNTEER PROGRAM?
Adult applicants, including college students, are encouraged to apply online.
Find additional information about our
adult volunteer program here
.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE TEEN VOLUNTEER PROGRAM?
Applicants for our Teen Volunteer program (high school sophomores and juniors
age 15 – 18) must call the Volunteer Services department for a brief
phone interview and to request an application. Applications are only sent
after speaking with the interested volunteer, not the parent or guardian.
Please call
908-685-2952
. You can find additional information about our
teen volunteer program here
.
CAN I VOLUNTEER FOR JUST THE SUMMER?
Unfortunately, our program requires a full year commitment. As such, summer
only (or other school breaks) opportunities are not available.
Our Quality
Testimonials
Appointments
For more information about volunteering at Robert Wood Johnson University
Hospital Somerset, please call: 908-685-2952.
The care was incredible. They all encouraged me and made me feel like I was their most important patient. They kept telling me, ‘We’re going to get through this,
Steve
Read More
Since the surgery, I'm walking without pain. I'm walking without a limp and I was even able to dance with my son at his wedding.
Patients
Read More
“I was beyond stressed – it’s hard to explain unless you go through it,” says Jean, age 63. “But that recommendation was the best one I’ve ever received in my life.”
Jean
Read More
View All Stories
Watch Testimonial
Watch Testimonial
Watch Testimonial
View All Posts
Apr 20, 2026
RWJUH Somerset Supports Somerville Emergency Services Center
Apr 9, 2026
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset Designated as Psychiatric Emergency Screening Services Provider for Somerset County
Mar 24, 2026
RWJUH Somerset Redesignated as Magnet Hospital for Nursing Excellence
View All Events
Virtual Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Support Group
Apr 27, 2026
Preparation for Breastfeeding
May 8, 2026
Celiac and Gluten-Free Support Group
Apr 23, 2026
Make Time for Mammography: It’s A Pink Party! - RWJUH Somerset
Apr 24, 2026
menu
Find A Doctor
RWJ University Hospital Somerset
110 Rehill Avenue
Somerville
,
NJ
08876
USA
(908) 685-2200
Get Directions
Hours
Monday-Saturday 8:00am-9:00pm
Sunday CLOSED
(908) 685-2200
Not finding the treatment you're looking for?
View All Services