Written by Rina Roka Magar - Career Outreach Ambassador – Resource Development with the Student and Graduate Employment Team.
Have heard about volunteering but don’t know where to start? Well, this is exactly for you. Volunteering is for everyone, including YOU! Volunteering is for people who are enthusiastic and committed to helping, who want to become involved in the community, and who want to grow their transferrable skills. Mohawk College provides various volunteering opportunities for students on campus and off campus. Sign up using one of the links below to be on the volunteer list.
On Campus
- Be a MoCrew Member with Student Life
MoCrew is a leadership program for every Mohawk student. Join the MoCrew community anytime to receive a weekly newsletter and be the first to know about recent updates from Mohawk College. You will have the opportunity to volunteer, attend leadership workshops, and practice your leadership skills.
- Be a Green Team Volunteer with the Sustainability Office
Green Team contributes towards the collective interest in sustainability initiatives at Mohawk. Throughout the semester, you can attend workshops, support outreach booths, waste management initiatives, and community garden stewardship.
Sign up to be a Green Team Volunteer! | Mohawk College
- Be an LCC Volunteer with International Services
LCC volunteer team members are excited to not only help but to also create memorable events with the team. As an LCC volunteer, you will be supporting cultural events and helping new international students in their transition to Canada.
Volunteer with the LCC | Mohawk College
- Be a Volunteer with Student and Graduate Employment
The Student and Graduate Employment team provides career services to current students and graduates to make them job-ready for both part-time and full-time jobs. As a volunteer with the team, you will participate in outreach activities, assist in events and workshops, and help fellow students with good customer service.
Student and Graduate Employment - Volunteer Application Form | Mohawk College
- Be a member of any MSA clubs or community
If you are a student at Mohawk, you are already part of the Mohawk Students’ Association (MSA). Join any clubs and communities you are interested in. It will expand your social circle, build meaningful connections with fellow students, and productive opportunities.
Off-Campus
Through Mohawk Student Life, there are many external volunteering opportunities for students, broadening your networks and skills. Find the list here: Welcome to Mohawk's Volunteer & Leadership Opportunities Site! - Volunteer Listing
Besides the ones listed above, there are even more here: Volunteering in Hamilton
You signed up for volunteering. What’s next?
- Check your Mohawk email regularly.
- Give your availability to volunteer only when you can commit.
- Impress, Grow, and Share!
- Add your volunteer experience to your Co-curricular Record (CCR) in Career Ready Portal. Find out more about CCR at Co-Curricular Record | Mohawk College
Volunteering is a great platform for you to grow, expand your network, and present yourself to others. Make the most out of it. Be involved!
