If you live in the Pacific Northwest, we have volunteer opportunities available for all types of backgrounds and skill sets. Check out the list of positions below, and if you believe you are a good fit for any of these domestic volunteer roles please fill out an application. Once we hear from you, we’ll reach out to schedule a time for you to learn more and prepare for your important new role as a volunteer.
If you have any questions, please email us at volunteer@medicalteams.org.
In Oregon
Opportunities in our Distribution Center
Help prepare donated medical supplies and equipment for shipment to more than 100 countries. The following volunteer positions and shifts are available Monday through Thursday from 7:30am to 4:30pm and on Fridays from 8:00am to 12:30pm. Shifts are flexible!
All volunteers will need to sign up for an orientation and onboarding session prior to volunteering.
Medical Supply Packer: View position description
Medical Supply Sorter: View position description
Warehouse Volunteer: View position description (must be able to lift 50 lbs.)
Equipment Operator: Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Experience operating forklifts, stand-up reach, and pallet jacks preferred, but any type of industrial equipment experience is helpful.
Group Projects: Help us pack monthly medical shipments to send to refugees and partner agencies locally and globally. To inquire or to reserve a slot for your group please email volunteer@medicalteams.org. Please note: We are currently unable to accept weekend groups.
Opportunities with our Mobile Dental Program
If you are a dentist, hygienist, or chair-side assistant with a current and appropriate state license to practice your profession, we’d love to have you join our volunteer teams in providing free dental care to low-income individuals with urgent needs.
Commit to one day a week, month, quarter, or year. Volunteers choose which day and how often. Fill out an application now.
Where: Oregon, Central Oregon, Coos County, Douglas County, Greater Portland area, Hermiston, Lane County, Mid-Willamette Valley area, Pendleton, Salem.
Greeters in the Real Life Exhibit
The Real Life Exhibit is a walk-through, multi-sensory exhibit that allows people to experience what real life is like for people affected by disaster, conflict, and poverty. Help Medical Teams International by volunteering to greet and guide groups through the Real Life Exhibit. Flexible weekday shifts, evenings, and weekends are available.
Administrative Opportunities
Support the Finance and Administration Department at our Tigard headquarters by assisting with a variety of administrative and reception related tasks. The primary focus will be covering duties at the front desk in 2 – 4 hour shifts. View position description.
In Washington
Greeters in the Real Life Exhibit
Greet visitors and groups at our multi-sensory Real Life Exhibit. Flexible weekday shifts, evenings, and weekends available. Contact the Real Life Exhibit at exhibit@medicalteams.org or (425) 284-1948 to learn more.
Opportunities with our Mobile Dental Program
If you are a dentist, hygienist, or dental assistant with a current, appropriate state license to practice your profession, we’d love to have you on board to provide free dental care to low-income individuals with urgent needs.
Commit to one day a week, month, quarter, or year. Volunteers choose which day and how often they volunteer. Fill out an application now.
Where: Various locations across the state.
Very active in Greater Seattle/Everett/Tacoma area, I-5 Corridor, Vancouver, North Central WA, Tri-cities, Walla Walla, Don’t see your area? Please inquire about opportunities.
Event Photographers
Do you have photography skills? Event photographer volunteers support the Redmond staff with various photography tasks and projects including major events. Photography volunteers must be comfortable sharing digital files quickly after an event/project for use in our digital marketing campaigns. Must be flexible and creative. Having your own equipment is a plus!
Please send us a link to your website and or a portfolio of your work (if applicable).