Volunteering

YMCAs are among the nation's leading volunteer organizations. Our volunteers are the backbone of our organization. Their time and talent go a long way. Every hour spent as a YMCA volunteer translates into the caring attention a child or teen needs to grow up healthy, happy, strong and successful.

Interested in Volunteering?

Please fill out the Interest Survey Form online. We encourage you to look into the volunteer opportunities described in more detail below to ensure the best match within the YMCA.

No matter how you choose to volunteer, you make a big difference as you work with others to create a feeling of connected community.

Note: Not all volunteer positions are available at all locations. Certain positions do have specific qualifications or age requirements. Not all volunteer positions are listed on the website.

Internship Opportunities

Gain valuable life and work experience at the largest social service agency in the Washington Metropolitan region. The YMCA offers internships in a wide range of fields and disciplines, including: wellness, aquatics, child care, camp, membership, fundraising, marketing, communications and human resources. The YMCAs internships are designed to promote student development, and interns do not receive monetary compensation.

To find out more about our current internship opportunities, please complete the volunteer interest form and specify that you are interested in an internship.