If you are 12 to 17 years of age and would like to become a Junior Volunteer, The SPCA for Monterey County has many valuable opportunities to offer!  Junior Volunteers may choose from a variety of volunteer positions, including working directly with the animals, assisting with shelter tasks and many other on or off-site volunteer activities. 

The SPCA offers the following four options for Junior Volunteers:

• General Junior Volunteer Program
  Volunteer with an adult partner to help the animals
• Youth Community Service Program
  Provide general short-term tasks or service projects with the help of an adult partner
• Junior Apprenticeship Program
  For high-school students only who meet strict eligibility requirements. Junior Apprentice Program volunteers work closely with SPCA staff to learn about careers with animals
• Service Learning Program
  Coordinated with academic institutions and designed to meet specific class requirements

How to Become an SPCA Junior Volunteer

You and your volunteer partner must first complete volunteer application forms. A Waiver of Liability and Permission form must also be signed by a legal guardian.  These forms will be provided by the Volunteer Coordinator during your initial meeting. An appointment with the Volunteer Coordinator will be scheduled to discuss volunteer opportunities, available workshops, your interests, and the policies of The SPCA Volunteer Program.  In addition, we will establish your weekly volunteer shift. 

How to Become an SPCA Junior Apprentice

Please call 831-373-2631 or 422-4721 x223 or email us to learn more.

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