Every year, thousands of University of York students volunteer to support a cause they care about, build their skills and discover the city of York. 

Each semester, roles are available with varying levels of commitment, so you can find an opportunity to suit you and your timetable.

Sign up to our mailing list in Handshake to find out more about applying for available opportunities or email us at volunteering@york.ac.uk

See current volunteering opportunities on Handshake

Recruiting student volunteers for your organisation

Read our 'six reasons to volunteer' for an insight into why students volunteer and how you can make a difference in the community. Find updates on Instagram.

Talk to us: come to our drop-in in the Careers building, 2 to 3pm on Thursdays in semester-time.

Additional support

If you have a disability or long-term health condition that makes it difficult for you to access volunteering opportunities, please contact us to discuss any reasonable adjustments that would help you. Either email volunteering@york.ac.uk, or chat to us at our drop-in in the Careers building on a Thursday, 2 to 3pm in semester-time.