Volunteering at the Oak Street Campus
Volunteering at the Oak Street Campus
Are you interested in volunteering at BCCHR? While we don’t have a formal placement process for high school students, those interested can participate in research by volunteering to work with our researchers. Students can also check out volunteering opportunities at BC Children’s Hospital, BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre, and BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.
How to Participate
Step 1
View Our Researchers’ Profiles
Interested students are encouraged to view the profiles of BCCHR researchers and contact the research teams directly about available opportunities. Please note, for safety reasons, you must be at least 16 years old to volunteer.
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Step 2
Check Out Additional Volunteering Opportunities
Additional volunteering opportunities may be available at BC Children’s Hospital, BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre, and BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.
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Step 3
Explore Other Opportunities and Resources
High school students interested in learning more about research may want to explore other programs offered virtually or in person in British Columbia.
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