Access Lab Volunteer 2026

Project for Pride in Living is looking for individuals who would like to volunteer within our Access Lab on a weekly basis.

The shift is 3.5 hours each week on either Monday/Tuesday/Thursday. 

9:00am-12:30pm or 12:30pm-4:00pm

Access Lab volunteers will work with our participants on a variety of tasks that could include resume review, job searches, helping participants build up keyboarding skills, giving guidance on how to fill out online job applications, pointing participants to other resources and programs that could be helpful to them and more.

Please review ideal skillset list below to see if your talents could be beneficial to this volunteer opportunity.

Ideal Skillset:

Digital & Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office

  • Proficient in Microsoft Word

  • Familiarity with Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications

• Google Tools

  • Basic internet search skills

  • Familiarity with Google Docs, Google Drive, and other Google applications

  • Ability to set up and manage a Gmail account

• Computer & Device Use

  • Ability to use a PC, including logging in and managing passwords

  • Familiarity with iPhones and/or Android smartphones and mobile applications

  • Basic keyboarding skills

• Email & Mobile Communication

  • Sending and receiving emails on both computer and mobile devices

  • Text messaging and voicemail use

  • Organizing emails using folders (e.g., resumes, job search correspondence)

• Internet Navigation & Research

  • Understanding internet addresses (URLs) and website navigation

  • Locating and using employer websites, including finding Careers/Jobs pages

  • Researching employers, industries, job fields, and career interests online

• Job Search & Employment Tools

  • Conducting basic job searches using Indeed and other job boards

  • Understanding the capabilities and limitations of job boards

  • Searching databases and company career sites

• Job Search Strategies

  • Using online and offline job search methods

  • Networking and making professional contacts

  • Approaching employers directly, seeking referrals, and responding to help-wanted postings

• File Management & Data Storage

  • Understanding how computers organize files and folders

  • Saving, organizing, and retrieving digital documents

  • Using flash drives and other storage methods to manage files

Note: This opportunity does require an interview and a background check before a volunteer can be referred to volunteer for programming.