WISH Volunteer Program

WISH is currently accepting applications for its 2025 Summer Volunteer Program.

WISH Volunteers assist simulation program staff with the preparation for and delivery of various simulation activities.

Application Deadline: April 15

Program Opportunities and Benefits

  • Gain immersive first-hand experience in how healthcare professionals are trained using simulation science.

  • Acquire vital skills necessary for future careers in healthcare and healthcare education.

  • Opportunities to interact with a variety of clinical professions and specialties.

Program Details

  • Time Commitment: 4-16 Hours/Wk for 6 Week Minimum

  • Location(s): On-site at WISH locations at UWMC-Montlake and/or Harborview

  • Age Considerations:

    • WISH allows volunteers age 15+ with some limitations to location and scheduling availability for minors when biological specimen are in use.

    • If accepted, minors must be able to provide parental/guardian signature on their Volunteering Agreement forms.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

  • Observing simulation activities.

  • Providing support during simulation activities (e.g., collecting completed checklists/forms, voicing a manikin-based patient, and/or serving as an embedded actor within a simulated training scenario).

  • Assisting simulation personnel with the set-up and take-down of simulation activities held in the WISH space.

  • Providing occasional support to WISH staff in the development of simulated materials (e.g., moulage, simulated fluids and tissues, etc.)

  • Assisting WISH staff and course facilitators in the assembly of course related materials.

  • Assisting onsite staff with the daily needs of the simulation center.

  • Cleaning, maintenance, and stocking/restocking various simulation equipment and supplies.

Eligibility and Qualifications:

  • Interest in the field of healthcare and/or healthcare simulation.

  • Physical ability to perform assignments and comfort working in a simulated medical environment.

  • Behavioral expectations include:

    • Professionalism in appearance and demeanor

    • Maturity

    • Self-motivation

    • Punctuality and commitment to working all assigned volunteering shifts

    • Willingness to perform tasks as requested and directed

    • Ability to work cooperatively with WISH staff and faculty members

    • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality regarding learner performance in the simulation space

Application Process:

  • Applications must include a brief personal statement (no more than 1 page in length).

    • Personal statements should describe the applicants interest in volunteering with the WISH program, and their goals for what they’re hoping to achieve through this work.

  • Following the April 15th submission deadline, eligible candidates will be contacted for a brief virtual interview with our Volunteer Committee.