Join us in inspiring health, wholeness and hope in our community

Through our Volunteer & Healthcare Workforce Development Program, you can become an integral part of our team by providing quality support for our patients and their families – all while gaining valuable networking and professional growth opportunities.

Our hospital volunteer and intern program is uniquely dedicated to strengthening the health of East Los Angeles and Boyle Heights by building a culturally competent healthcare workforce. When you volunteer or intern at Adventist Health White Memorial, you're transforming your life and community.

Choose a Program That's Right For You

Healthcare Workforce Development Internship Building a Culturally Competent Workforce

You will obtain experience and training in the healthcare environment and learn workforce development skills, such as resume development, interview preparation and more. This grant-supported program is for applicants who attend high school or college (ages 15.5 - 25).

Volunteer Ambassadors Supporting Patients, Families and Visitors

Volunteer ambassadors support the hospital by providing quality customer care to our patients and staff. Service areas vary, from the Ambassador Information Desk to community events. Volunteer ambassadors must be at least 15.5 years old to participate.

Miguel Ruiz, DPM, former Workforce Development Intern

"Growing up in East Los Angeles, I always knew about White Memorial. Having the opportunity to volunteer, intern and work here were experiences that helped make my dream of going to medical school a reality."

Miguel Ruiz, DPM, podiatrist

Former Intern

"Prior to being an intern, I didn't have direction. I knew I wanted to go to school, but I didn't know what I wanted to study. Being a part of the Healthcare Workforce Development Program exposed me to the variety of opportunities in healthcare – not just doctor or nurse, but administrative work and other fields."

Karina Gallardo, MS in Psychology

Former Intern

Requirements and Benefits

Intern and Volunteer Requirements

English speaking required. Bilingual Preferred.
PPD tuberculosis (TB) skin test done within 2 months of application date. If history of positive PPD: Copy of chest x-ray results done within 3 years of actual start date.
Documentation of negative TB test (or negative chest x-ray for TB)
Proof of appropriate immunizations (i.e., MMR-Measles, mumps, and rubella)
Varicella titer (only if you have had Chicken Pox) or immunization if you desire to work with children.
Influenza Vaccine Seasonal
COVID-19 Vaccine. Adventist Health requires COVID-19 primary vaccination series or an approved medical/religious exemption for all healthcare personnel, per the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Joint Commission (TJC) regulatory requirement. The COVID-19 first booster dose will no longer be required for healthcare personnel and providers in California per the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) unless required by local public health.
Background checks will be conducted if the participant is 18 years or older. A social security number is required. Individuals who refuse to comply with this requirement will not be allowed to enroll in the program.
If you are accepted into the program, as a high school student (15.5 years or older) a valid, issued photo identification (school identification) will be required.
Students 17 years old and up are required to provide a valid, government-issued photo ID with your signature i.e.: unexpired driver's license, government issued identification card, military identification or passport.

Intern and Volunteer Benefits

Personal satisfaction in helping others.
Opportunity to gain experience within the healthcare field.
Certificate of Service after 100 hours of volunteering.
Complimentary meal ticket.
Free TB skin test and MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccination.
Opportunity to participate in Adventist Health White Memorial associate activities such as the annual picnic, ice cream socials and holiday celebrations.
Complimentary parking.
Every effort will be made to place you in the department in which you have the greatest interest.

IMPORTANT MESSAGE: Our program does not provide the opportunity to shadow physicians, nurses, or other health care providers, nor do we allow volunteers to perform any sort of medical procedures.

How to Apply

Please email Alicia Román, Volunteer & Healthcare Workforce Development Program Manager.

Learn More

From Intern to Podiatrist

Miguel Ruiz, DPM started his professional journey as an intern in our Healthcare Workforce Development program. Now, as a podiatrist, he's helping people in his community get and stay healthy.

Have Questions or Need Help?

Contact the Volunteer & Healthcare Workforce Development Team!

Monday through Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to noon

Phone: 323-268-5000, ext. 4745