Volunteer positions
Below are the four main types of TGH volunteers. However, we are always looking for people with other skills to offer. If you are interested in volunteering, please email us at volunteer@techgoeshome.org.
Purpose: Assist participants as they learn how their new devices and the Internet can improve their lives
Volunteer Role: Supporting beginner Internet users
Commitment: Depends on individual course schedule, often 2-4 hours per week over 4-8 weeks
Training Necessary: Attend a TGH Orientation & Training
Skills Necessary: Ability to explain concepts, comfort using the Internet, patience and a sense of humor!
Location: On program site in a Greater Boston neighborhood
Purpose: Help Bostonians use TGH, regardless of language barriers
Volunteer Role: Similar to Tech Squad, but also translating
Commitment: Depends on individual course schedule, often 2-4 hours per week over 4-8 weeks
Training Necessary: Attend a TGH Orientation & Training
Skills Necessary: Language fluency, comfort using the Internet, ability to explain concepts, patience and a sense of humor!
Location: On program site in Greater Boston neighborhood
Purpose: Enhance TGH Small Business trainings for local micro-business owners
Volunteer Role: Guest lecturer, course assistant
Commitment: Depends on volunteer availability and course need
Training Necessary: Attend a TGH Orientation & Training
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Skills Necessary: Ability to explain concepts well; expertise relating to a small business topic such as financial literacy, taxes, small business law and regulations, social media marketing, networking, e-commerce, etc.
Location: On program site in a Greater Boston neighborhood