Volunteer Opportunities

Each summer, College Summit volunteers give more than 12,000 hours of their time as Writing Coaches and College Coaches at our Peer Leader Workshops. These four day workshops, held during the summer on the campuses of our partner universities, are life-changing opportunities where students come together to affirm their strengths, build community and chart a course to college.

During the four day experience, volunteer Coaches guide students in crafting their personal statements or creating college lists. Two of our 2012 Summer volunteers shared a little about their experience: 

Writing Coaches at the University of the Pacific getting ready for the day

“Thank you! I have volunteered for many organizations in my life - never have I encountered one as well-run as College Summit.” Leslie Roberts, Writing Coach Volunteer at UC Berkeley

“I loved my group of peer leaders and was amazed by their stories and strength! College Summit was definitely a great experience” Adeva Cha, Writing Coach at University of the Pacific, Stockton

Volunteers at UC Berkeley greet the Peer Leaders at the Banquet on the last night of workshop

Summer Workshop Details

Volunteers spend Thursday-Sunday working with 4-5 students during the course of this workshop, helping them to craft personal statements for college admissions. For more information, contact Raquel Espana at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

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Other Ways to Get Involved

A group of volunteers from Deloitte gave their time and expertise around time management and budgeting to an entire junior class

Pro Bono Facilities

We are also seeking donated and low-cost meeting space in the East Bay or San Francisco for meetings and trainings that benefit our students and educators.  Contact Raquel España at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Board Service

Interested in the College Summit Northern California Advisory Board?  Contact our Executive Director, Paul Collins at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Advocacy

Become an advocate for college access on the local, state, or national level.  Host a party to promote College Summit, spread the word to friends, or join our mailing list by contacting Raquel España at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Attend an Event

Throughout the year, there are numerous events that showcase the work of our students. Join us!  Contact Raquel España at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), sign up for our regional newsletter or join us on Facebook for information on any events.