Teen Volunteers
Michigan’s Youth Employment Standards Act now requires that all teen volunteers be at least 14 years old and submit a completed work permit to the library.
Teens ages 14-18 may be able to volunteer at select library events, most of which take place during the school year (September-May). Contact the Teen Services Librarian to inquire about teen-specific volunteer events, like Basic Tech Help for Seniors and Tutoring with Teens.
Apply to Volunteer
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Volunteers aged 14 and up are encouraged to apply for weekly, regular shifts in circulation.
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Community service applicants must be residents of the library’s legal service area – Rochester, Rochester Hills, or Oakland Township.
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All potential volunteers must fill out an application and background check form. (Background checks are for volunteers ages 18 and up.)
What's next
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Volunteers are matched with weekly shifts and must commit to a regular schedule.
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Applications are processed weekly, and you will receive an email reply with either an available shift or a notice that you have been added to the waitlist.
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Drop-in hours are not available.
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Michigan’s Youth Employment Standards Act now requires all minors ages 14-17 to have a work permit in order to volunteer. Please submit a permit to your volunteer supervisor before your first shift.