Volunteering
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Volunteering
The Volunteering team works with a range of charitable and non -profit organisations that host students to take part in volunteering opportunities. Students can also join a volunteering project to gain real-world experience, develop skills and make a meaningful impact, while exploring different sectors and building their experience.
Watch our brief video on volunteering
Volunteering opportunities
Accessing opportunities on Career Zone
The Career Zone - holds details of a wide range of volunteering opportunities offered by several different organisations, a wide range of tasks, different durations from a few hours in a one-off activity to regular hours over some months in an organisation.
Success Tip: Be open to checking out roles that you think might not apply to you. An animal charity might need a creative design volunteer, and a health charity might want a marketing volunteer - look through the details of the volunteering opportunity and surprise yourself!
Example projects
Mural project: A garden with a view
The Mural Project, which started in April 2024, allowed students from UEL to work with Southern Housing to paint a mural over the summer. Led by Shazma Khatun and Nadine Johnson, and funded by AD Construction, 12 students collaborated with residents to design and paint a beautiful piece of art at Southern Housing’s independent living unit.
Community Pharmacist Project
Similarly, the Community Pharmacist Project helped raise awareness about diabetes and taught students' important skills like communication and problem-solving. Public Health students volunteered at Yemi’s Pharmacy, engaging with patients and gaining valuable experience.
IT Project
The IT Project helped residents of Southern Housing learn basic tech skills. Volunteers taught residents how to use computers and other technology, making it easier for them to stay connected and access important services.
Get involved
Volunteering is a fantastic way to gain experience, develop skills, and help your community. There are many opportunities available, from teaching tech skills to helping at local events. Volunteering not only benefits others but also boosts your career.
If you are interested in working with the Volunteering team to offer opportunities to UEL students, please email us.
Current students can log into the Career Zone website to find volunteer opportunities, while prospective students can email Career Zone for more details.
