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International Volunteers

International Volunteer

The non-student program accepts many International volunteers here for long and short term stays. Volunteers are required to stay for a minimum of one month, volunteering four hours per week and cannot exceed 25 per week. 

Volunteer Services requires all perspective International volunteers to complete the following checklist prior to making an appointment for an interview with a Volunteer Coordinator. Interviews are by appointments only. Walk-in applications will not be accepted. UCLA Health System will not issue volunteer status until all requirements listed below are met.  You should allow 2-3 weeks for processing.

*** Important Additional Information:
A $150 processing fee per applicant will be applied. Please contact Lisa Harden at (310) 267-8182 for more information.
Incomplete applications will cause a delay. Volunteer Services will communicate any request for additional documentation directly to the exchange visitor. Applications will be reviewed on a first-come first-serve basis. Volunteer Services does not guarantee volunteer placement.

International Volunteer Checklist:

Immunizations must be completed prior to entering the country or prior to first appointments with a Volunteer Coordinator (if already in the U.S.). Applicants must have in their possession the following:

  • Proof of TWO MMR Vaccine or MMR Titer
  • Current 2-Step TB test or Chest x-ray (results demonstrating no active TB)
  • Proof of TWO Varicella (chickenpox) vaccinations, or titer test showing positive immunity 
  • Valid Passport 
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Visas - only the following types of visas are acceptable:

  • F-1 Visa including I-20 form, and a written letter from DSO (Designated School Official) signature
  • F-2 Visa including 1-20 form
  • B1 Visas are reviewed on a case by case bases (Must provide sponsoring department invite letter, written on department letterhead).
  • B2 Visas (tourist) are not permitted

 

For J-1 and J-2 Visas:

 

J-1 Visas

  • J-1 Visa: letter written by the ARO (Alternate Responsible Official) or RO (Responsible Officer) from the sponsoring institution.
  • Request for Certificate of Eligibility for J-1 Visa Status (attached DS-2019 form).

J-2 Visas

  • J-2 Visa: Valid DS-2019 form
  • Job description written by your supervisor, on department letterhead Volunteer Request Form
  • Pre-assigned referral form completed and signed by your supervisor (have your supervisor contact Volunteer Services to obtain this form)
  • A FBI and DOJ (Department of Justice) background check will be conducted

  

HOLIDAY CLOSURES FOR 2013:The Volunteer Services Office will be closed during the following upcoming holidays:  

Monday, January 21

 

Martin Luther King, Jr

Monday, February 18

 

President's Day
Friday, March 29   Cesar Chavez

Monday, May 27

 

Memorial Day
Thursday, July 4    Independence Day
Monday, September 2   Labor Day
Monday, November 11   Veteran's Day
November 28-29   Thanksgiving
December 24-25   Christmas
December 31-January 1   New Year's