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To view our current volunteer opportunities and apply to volunteer, click here. Please note: Library service hours can not be used for community service required by a judge or court.

Teen Volunteer Application

EXAMPLES OF VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES (SUBJECT TO CHANGE - PLEASE VIEW THE ONLINE VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FOR MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION):

Teen Advisory Group (In-Person):

Help the library better serve you while earning community service hours.

• Help plan teen library events, recommend books and music for the library, meet new friends, and more! 
• The TAG meets the first Wednesday of each month from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM in the Teen Room (Downtown Library, 2nd Floor). 
• No application or commitment required.
• All teens are welcome to attend.  

Teen Volunteer Book Reviewers Program (Virtual):

Volunteer Book Reviewers earn community service hours by writing book reviews for the library's online catalog.

• Submit your reviews online from anywhere, anytime!
• Each review counts as 1 hour of community service if approved by Teen Librarian Ari.
• Applications are accepted year-round. 

Children's Room Helpers (In-Person):

Children's Room Helpers assist librarians in the Children's section of the library.

• Tasks may include cleaning books, craft preparation, and other duties as assigned.
• Flexible scheduling; volunteers sign up for 1-hour shifts.
• Applications are accepted during the school year.

Teen Librarian Ari will keep a log of each volunteer's hours. If you need a letter verifying your hours or have a form/log that needs to be signed, please email Ari at ariana.nussbaum@hayward-ca.gov.