College Program

Torrance Memorial's college student volunteer program (ages 18-25) gives students a unique opportunity to experience a healthcare setting while gaining personal satisfaction through helping others. College student volunteers are members of the Adult Volunteer Program. Our volunteers serve in departments throughout the hospital and make a lasting impression on patients, visitors, and staff.

Application Process

College student volunteers must meet all requirements of the Adult Volunteer Program. View the Information Sheet describing the Adult Volunteer Program.

A pre-application for consideration of invitation to volunteer orientation is available for a limited time on the dates described below. Due to high demand, limited spaces are available for college volunteers at each orientation. Please apply only if you are available to attend both days of orientation and follow all instructions on the application for submission to the Volunteer Services office. Thank you.

2025 Orientations

Information and dates are subject to change or cancellation based on current circumstances

February Orientation (attendance required both days)

• Pre-application Available: Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10:00am
• Pre-application Deadline: Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 10:00am
• Orientation (by invitation): February 25 and 27, 2025 at 2:30pm-5:00pm

APPLICATION CLOSED.

May Orientation (attendance required both days)

• Pre-application Available: Friday, April 11, 2025 at 10:00am
• Pre-application Deadline: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 10:00am
• Orientation (by invitation): May 20 and 22, 2025 at 5:00pm-7:30pm

APPLICATION CLOSED.

August Orientation (attendance required both days)

• Pre-application Available: Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am
• Pre-application Deadline: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 10:00am
• Orientation (by invitation): August 13 and 15, 2025 at 5:00pm-7:30pm

APPLICATION CLOSED.

November Orientation (attendance required both days)

• Pre-application Available: Friday, October 10, 2025 at 10:00am
• Pre-application Deadline: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 10:00am
• Orientation (by invitation): November 18 and 20, 2025 at 5:00pm-7:30pm

APPLICATION CLOSED.

Applicants will be notified of acceptance status on or before October 21, 2025.

Please Note: There are no short-term, episodic, hands-on patient care, shadowing or observation opportunities through the college student volunteer program at Torrance Memorial.

Vaccine guidelines during respiratory season (November 1 – March 31): Current flu vaccine is required and masking requirements in direct patient care areas.

TB Screening, Flu Shots and Respiratory Season Requirements:

Tuberculosis (TB) Screening: Healthcare personnel (Volunteers, Employees and Physicians) are required to have an annual TB screening. Torrance Memorial will provide you with a TB screening/X-ray free of charge.

Flu Vaccine: To protect patients from flu, healthcare personnel are required to obtain a flu vaccine during respiratory season (November 1 – March 31). Masking is required during direct patient encounters and in all patient areas. Subject to change and is dependent on current Department of Public Health guidelines.