Geisinger Junior Volunteer Program Applications Are Open

Geisinger Community Medical Center, Geisinger Lewistown Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center are accepting applications for the Junior Volunteer Program (JVP).

JVP is a six-week summer program designed to engage high school students ages 15 to 18 in meaningful service and interactive learning experiences while exploring health care careers.

Applications are accepted from Sunday, Feb. 1, through Friday, Feb. 20, for the 2026 program.

The JVP offers students the opportunity to:

• Contribute through hands-on volunteer service
• Learn about a variety of health care career paths
• Make a positive impact in their communities
• Earn awards for the hours they serve 

Returning second- and third-year participants can also apply to become JVP Leaders, gaining leadership training, mentorship and firsthand experience in patient care and hospital operations.

Program requirements include an online application, references, essay, interview and orientation. Participants must commit to 40 service hours, 15 educational hours and attend at least five of the six program weeks. 

Interested teens can apply and find key dates and details at geisinger.org/juniorvolunteer.

For more information, email volunteers@geisinger.edu or call 570-214-6021.