Interested in sharing your time and talent with one of the best volunteer teams in Tennessee? Join us!
How To Apply?
Application Requirements
Application is open now for all volunteer positions! Apply to all roles you’re interested in! You will only be selected for at most one pre-seminar role and one on-site role. Your Pre-Seminar contributions will help you get selected for an On-Site Volunteer Role. See the “On-Site Roles” and “Pre-Seminar Roles” for descriptions.
Below are all the tasks applicants must complete in order to be considered:
- Complete the HQ Application @ hobytn.org/apply
- Complete the Information Form @ hobytn.org/volinfoform
- Submit a headshot
- Take 16 personalities quiz
- Schedule a Google Meet Interview
- Complete a Google Meet Interview
- Submit a letter of recommendation to staff@hobytn.org (Jr. Staff applicants only)
Application Timeline
- Deadline to complete HQ Application & Information Form: March 7th @ 11:59pm
- Interviews: March 8th – 21st
- Deadline to submit Letter of Recommendation: March 21st
- Notification: April 1st
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On-Site Roles
Facilitators
A facilitator is an adult (over 21) volunteer who is responsible for a small group of 8-12 students throughout the entire seminar. Facilitators lead small group discussions, build unity among group members, and ensure their group members stay on task. Facilitators are a vital part of the HOBY experience, and the enthusiasm and involvement of the adult facilitator have a tremendous influence on the group. A facilitator serves as a role model, counselor, friend, and in some cases, disciplinarian. Balancing these roles may be challenging, but volunteering as a facilitator is one of the most rewarding positions that a HOBY volunteer can have! 10 applicants will be chosen as facilitators.
Once selected, all Facilitators must undergo 2 hours of virtual training and attend two pre-seminar virtual meetings. Facilitators must also fundraise $50 to cover the cost of their background check.
In the HQ Application, select Position Category: Ambassador Experience Team and Position: 21+ Facilitator.
Junior Staff
Anyone who has attended a HOBY Tennessee seminar will tell you that our Junior Staff team keeps the heart of HOBY beating! Junior Staff volunteers are HOBY Alumni who are under 21 and work to help the seminar run smoothly and make sure ambassadors have an OUTSTANDING experience!
Junior Staff is split into two groups: Junior Facilitators and Junior Operators.
Junior Facilitators (Jr. Staff who are under 18) will be paired with each group of ambassadors to assist the facilitator in leading the ambassadors through the seminar. 10 applicants will be chosen to be Junior Facilitators.
Junior Operators (Jr. Staff who are 18-20) make the magic happen by setting up activities, leading them, and bringing the hype and overall flow of the seminar. Could include roles like photographer, videographer, social media, and more! 6 applicants will be chosen to be Junior Operators.
Once selected, all Jr. Staff must undergo 2 hours of virtual training and attend two pre-seminar virtual meetings. Jr. Staff must also fundraise $200 to cover part of the cost of their food and housing.
In the HQ Application, select Position Category: Junior Staff Team, and either Position: Junior Staff under 18 (if you’ll be 16-18 during the seminar) or Junior Staff 18 – 20 (if you’ll be 18-20 during the seminar).
Adult Operator
We need one 21+ adult to assist with a variety of behind-the-scenes needs, such as running the HOBY store, assisting with early/late arrivals/check outs, and more! 1 applicant will be selected as Adult Operator.
Once selected, the Adult Operative must undergo 2 hours of virtual training and attend two pre-seminar virtual meetings. The Adult Operative must also fundraise $50 to cover the cost of their background check.
In the HQ Application, select Position Category: Operations Team, and Position: Operations Team Member.
Pre-Seminar Roles
Want to support HOBY TN but can’t make the Seminar Weekend? Applying for the competitive Jr. Staff positions and want your application to stand out? Apply for a Pre-Seminar Role!
Recruitment
Want to help decide activities? Connect with Service Partners? Possibly lead workshops on-site?
In the HQ Application, select Position Category: Program Team, and Position: Program Team member.
Business Connections & Fundraising
Want to help find businesses to partner w/ HOBY and colleges for the college fair?
When applying, select Position Category: Fundraising Team, and Position: Fundraising Team Member.
