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 an Information Sheet [PDF] 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.

2024 Orientations

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

November Orientation (attendance required both days)

- Application Closed -

• Pre-application Available: Friday, October 4, 2024 by 10am
• Pre-application Deadline: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 10am
• Orientation (by invitation): November 12 and 14, 2024 at 2:30pm-5:00pm

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. Current COVID vaccine or masking strongly recommended, but are dependent on current Department of Public Health guidelines.

TB Screening, Flu Shots and COVID Vaccine 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).

COVID Vaccine: COVID-19 vaccination requirement includes providing documentation of receiving updated COVID-19 vaccine (2024-2025 formulation) or sign a declination form and wear a mask in all locations on campus during respiratory illness season (November 1 – March 31).