The Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center is seeking enthusiastic and dependable volunteers to support our Summer Leadership Programs for high school students.
Volunteers will assist with daily programming, mentor students, support nonprofit service projects, and help create a positive and engaging learning environment throughout the summer. This role is ideal for individuals interested in youth development, nonprofit leadership, education, civic engagement, or community service.
We strongly prefer volunteers who are available for an entire program week or multiple days throughout the summer to help provide consistency in planning and logistics.
Program Details
Location: On-site in Durham, NC (with exception of August 3-7 in Raleigh and July 6-10 at UNC Chapel Hill)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm
Volunteer Term: June 1-August 7
Transportation: Volunteers must provide their own transportation to program sites within Durham.
Volunteer Responsibilities may include:
• Assisting staff with daily program activities and logistics
• Supporting students during nonprofit service projects and leadership activities
• Helping supervise and engage high school students throughout the day
• Assisting with setup, transitions, and organization at program sites
• Supporting nonprofit and community partners during service experiences
• Capturing photos and videos for social media and community engagement
• Serving as a positive mentor and role model for students
• Assisting with reflection activities, team-building exercises, and discussions
Preferred Skills & Experience
• Enthusiastic, energetic, and encouraging attitude
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work well with high school students and diverse groups
• Dependable and flexible team player
• Experience working with youth, nonprofits, camps, or volunteer programs is helpful but not required
• Comfortable working in active, community-based environments
Summer Programs
IMPACT Camp (Rising 9th-12th Graders)
Dates: June 15-19, June 22-26, June 29-July 3, July 13-17, August 3-7
Students visit different nonprofits throughout Durham to learn about community needs while participating in hands-on service projects, leadership development, and team-building activities.
Civic Engagement Leadership Institute (CELI)
Dates: July 20-24
CELI is an intensive leadership experience focused on civic engagement, social impact, and understanding community challenges. Students hear from community leaders and complete a Capstone Project presented to local judges.
Model United Nations
Dates: July 6-10, July 27-31
Model UN helps students build leadership, diplomacy, public speaking, and debate skills while exploring global issues and civic engagement through simulation activities facilitated in partnership with UNC-Chapel Hill.
To learn more about our programs, visit: https://thevolunteercenter.org/youth/. If you have any questions, please contact Betty at betty@thevolunteercenter.org.
Note: Volunteers may serve during one or multiple program weeks depending on availability and organizational needs. Week-long participation is strongly encouraged.
