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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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