Volunteering at the Manderson Cancer Center
Thank you for your interest in the DCH Volunteer Program. We are currently accepting applications. Please complete the Volunteer Forms below.
Opportunities for Service

Adult Volunteer Program
Applications accepted throughout the year
• Must commit to 4 hours a week
• Over 18; Not currently enrolled in college or graduate school
• Required: State ID (permit or passport works)
• NOTE: Must complete health screen

Masters and Doctoral Internships
To request an interview, contact
Dr. Wendi Parminter,
Director of Volunteer Services,
Wendi.parminter@dchsystem.com,
(205) 435-5669

College Volunteer Program
• Accepting Freshman and Sophomores only, who can commit to at least 3 consecutive years of volunteering (Fall and Spring semesters)
• Minimum of 50 hours a semester
• Currently enrolled in college or grad school
• Required: State ID (permit or passport works)
• Required: Must complete health screening

Healthcare Immersion Camp
May 31st – June 11th, 2027
Exposure to different healthcare careers with hands-on experience
• Open to incoming 9th-12th graders
• 3.0 GPA, 400-word essay, Letter of Recommendation from one teacher
• Monday-Friday, 8am – 12pm (must be able to attend entire camp)
• Accepting 20 applicants
• Applications open on March 8th, 2027. Application deadline is April 9th, 2027.

High School Volunteer Program
• Open to incoming 9th-12th graders
• 3.0 GPA, Letter of Recommendation from one teacher
• Students are required to volunteer year-round
• 2 hours/week (Fall & Spring), 4 hours/week (Summer)
• Total – 30 hours (Fall & Spring), 60 hours (Summer), or 120 hours/year
Questions?
Contact Wendi Parminter,
Director of Volunteer Services,
Wendi.parminter@dchsystem.com
(205) 435-5669
