COVID-19 Update
In response to COVID-19, the Institute’s volunteer program has been temporarily put on pause. Our top priority is the safety of our volunteers, clients and staff. If you are interested in filling out a volunteer application now, it will be stored in our database until we can resume volunteer recruitment. For updates about the reopening of the building and our volunteer program, please monitor our web page and social media.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the International Institute of Minnesota! Our biggest needs from a volunteer include the ability to commit for a minimum of three months, having regular weekly availability, and having a passion for making Minnesota a more welcoming place. Sound like you? Explore volunteer opportunities that work with your schedule:
Immigrants and refugees, volunteers who speak another language, and those who have experience working with English language learners are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply for a position, complete the Volunteer Application Form. If you are interested in an internship, please view our internships.
If you have questions regarding volunteer opportunities, contact Mahima Gupta at MGupta@iimn.org.
Weekly Shift: Daytime Hours
Volunteers commit to a recurring shift every week
- Front Desk Assistant
- Hospitality Drop-in Job Search Volunteer
- English Language Classroom Assistant
- Intake Assistant
- Community Orientation Workshops Classroom Assistant
- Employment Coach
Weekly Shift: Evening Hours
Volunteers commit to a recurring shift every week.
On Call Shifts: Daytime Hours
Volunteers sign up for shifts that work with their schedule.
Flexible Hours
Volunteers can make their own schedule.
- Refugee Mentor
- College Readiness Academy Tutor
- NCLEX/Nursing Tutor (All positions currently full)
Special Skill Volunteers
- Professional Interpreters
- Pro Bono Immigration Attorney
- Co-Teacher: Life in MN Class
Have another professional skill that you’re interested in sharing (ex. photography, graphic design, IT)? Email Mahima Gupta at MGupta@iimn.org.