Volunteering
Bridgeport Hospital’s Volunteer Program provides a rewarding opportunity for individuals over the age of 15. Volunteers contribute a minimum of four hours a week for at least six months. There are a variety of volunteer roles to fit individual time schedules, abilities and interests. Volunteers may work directly with patients or choose to work behind the scenes. Opportunities are available at both the Bridgeport and Milford locations as well as Park Avenue Medical Center.
Volunteer Opportunities
Behind the Scenes: Volunteers who are placed in a behind the scenes assignment assist staff with clerical duties, deliveries and light computer work.
Customer Service: Volunteers in a customer service position assist patients and visitors in navigating throughout the hospital or providing service to customers in the hospital’s gift shops.
Patient Support: Volunteers placed in a patient support assignment provide assistance to patients and staff in clinic as well as inpatient areas. Assignments may vary between moderate or intense patient support.
Pet Therapy: We are seeking Pet Therapy teams to provide comfort and support to patients and staff. Dogs must be at least one year old and registered with an accredited pet therapy organization. Call 203-384-3330 for more information.
Volunteer Programs
Community Volunteers
College Program
2026 Summer High School Volunteer Program
Thank you for your interest in the Bridgeport Hospital Summer High School Volunteer Program!
High School volunteers are placed in a variety of assignments including behind the scenes, customer service, and patient support. In addition, they attend weekly career talks to learn about healthcare professions.
This summer we are pleased to offer one, 8-week session. Please note the following requirements:
- Students must be at least 15 years of age by the start of the program.
- Students must be able to commit to the full 8-week session with no more than two weeks missed. Session dates are:
Monday, June 15 - Friday, August 7, 2026 (No volunteering on July 3rd)
- Commitment is one day each week (Monday-Friday) 9am-3pm. (A second day may be assigned if available.)
Applicants must participate in a virtual group interview/information session. Please note that interview slots fill up quickly. A limited number of spaces are available.
How to register for a virtual interview/information session:
Follow the linked date you wish to attend to register
Once the registration is confirmed, the volunteer application packet and interview link will be emailed to the student.
If the student volunteered with us previously, please have them contact [email protected] as they do not need to be interviewed again.
This is a popular program with limited capacity, please give serious consideration to the commitment required before applying.
