Volunteer Opportunities From: Special Olympics Southern California - Southern Counties

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Here are SOSC’s sports seasons that currently offer Unified Sports competition. Orange County programs may differ.

Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) 

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Here are SOSC’s sports seasons that currently offer Unified Sports competition. San Diego programs may differ.

Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) 

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Additional Details:

Here are SOSC’s sports seasons that currently offer Unified Sports competition. Orange County programs may differ.

Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) 

Description

Additional Details:

Here are SOSC’s sports seasons that currently offer Unified Sports competition:

Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) 

Description

Additional Details:

Here are SOSC’s sports seasons that currently offer Unified Sports competition. San Diego programs may differ. 

Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) 

Description

Additional Details:

Here are SOSC’s sports seasons that currently offer Unified Sports competition:

Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) 

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Volunteers serving as Bocce Officials must have prior knowledge of the rules and basic gameplay of bocce

The Opening Ceremony Attendant will assist in a variety of fashions to help conduct Opening Ceremony in the areas of staging, production and miscellaneous preparations.

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* MUST BE FIRST AID CERTIFIED *

Help us throw an unforgettable celebration for our amazing athletes! Volunteers are needed to help set up and keep the fun going during this high-energy event.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with setup and organization of the celebration area

Supervising and supporting athletes during the festivities

Bringing the excitement—cheering on athletes and joining in the fun!

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your energy and encouragement help make this celebration a moment to remember. Come be a part of the joy!

Be a part of fueling our athletes by volunteering with Athlete Food Services! Your help ensures that every competitor and coach receives a well-deserved meal in a welcoming environment.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Serving prepared plates to seated athletes and coaches (meals are pre-plated by CSULB staff)

Providing friendly, efficient service during meal times

Clearing tables and resetting for the next group after each meal session

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your teamwork and hospitality make a big difference in the athlete experience—thank you for lending a hand!

Be a part of fueling our athletes by volunteering with Athlete Food Services! Your help ensures that every competitor and coach receives a well-deserved meal in a welcoming environment.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Serving prepared plates to seated athletes and coaches (meals are pre-plated by CSULB staff)

Providing friendly, efficient service during meal times

Clearing tables and resetting for the next group after each meal session

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your teamwork and hospitality make a big difference in the athlete experience—thank you for lending a hand!

Be a part of fueling our athletes by volunteering with Athlete Food Services! Your help ensures that every competitor and coach receives a well-deserved meal in a welcoming environment.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Serving prepared plates to seated athletes and coaches (meals are pre-plated by CSULB staff)

Providing friendly, efficient service during meal times

Clearing tables and resetting for the next group after each meal session

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your teamwork and hospitality make a big difference in the athlete experience—thank you for lending a hand!

Be a part of fueling our athletes by volunteering with Athlete Food Services! Your help ensures that every competitor and coach receives a well-deserved meal in a welcoming environment.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Serving prepared plates to seated athletes and coaches (meals are pre-plated by CSULB staff)

Providing friendly, efficient service during meal times

Clearing tables and resetting for the next group after each meal session

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your teamwork and hospitality make a big difference in the athlete experience—thank you for lending a hand!

Be a part of fueling our athletes by volunteering with Athlete Food Services! Your help ensures that every competitor and coach receives a well-deserved meal in a welcoming environment.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Serving prepared plates to seated athletes and coaches (meals are pre-plated by CSULB staff)

Providing friendly, efficient service during meal times

Clearing tables and resetting for the next group after each meal session

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your teamwork and hospitality make a big difference in the athlete experience—thank you for lending a hand!

Be a part of fueling our athletes by volunteering with Athlete Food Services! Your help ensures that every competitor and coach receives a well-deserved meal in a welcoming environment.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Serving prepared plates to seated athletes and coaches (meals are pre-plated by CSULB staff)

Providing friendly, efficient service during meal times

Clearing tables and resetting for the next group after each meal session

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your teamwork and hospitality make a big difference in the athlete experience—thank you for lending a hand!

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Be a key part of the competition by helping athletes get ready to shine! As an Athlete Staging Volunteer, you'll ensure each participant is prepared and in the right place at the right time.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with final event preparations

Helping organize and stage athletes before their events

Escorting athletes to their competition areas with encouragement and support

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your role helps keep everything running smoothly—we couldn’t do this without you!

Be a key part of the competition by helping athletes get ready to shine! As an Athlete Staging Volunteer, you'll ensure each participant is prepared and in the right place at the right time.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with final event preparations

Helping organize and stage athletes before their events

Escorting athletes to their competition areas with encouragement and support

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your role helps keep everything running smoothly—we couldn’t do this without you!

Be a key part of the competition by helping athletes get ready to shine! As an Athlete Staging Volunteer, you'll ensure each participant is prepared and in the right place at the right time.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with final event preparations

Helping organize and stage athletes before their events

Escorting athletes to their competition areas with encouragement and support

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your role helps keep everything running smoothly—we couldn’t do this without you!

Be a key part of the competition by helping athletes get ready to shine! As an Athlete Staging Volunteer, you'll ensure each participant is prepared and in the right place at the right time.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with final event preparations

Helping organize and stage athletes before their events

Escorting athletes to their competition areas with encouragement and support

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your role helps keep everything running smoothly—we couldn’t do this without you!

Celebrate the achievements of our incredible athletes by volunteering in the awards area! Your support helps create a smooth and memorable awards experience.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with the organization and flow of athletes in the awards tent

Helping manage the lineup and presentation process

Ensuring athletes are recognized and celebrated for their accomplishments

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your efforts make these special moments possible—thank you for being part of the team! We couldn’t do this without you!

Celebrate the achievements of our incredible athletes by volunteering in the awards area! Your support helps create a smooth and memorable awards experience.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with the organization and flow of athletes in the awards tent

Helping manage the lineup and presentation process

Ensuring athletes are recognized and celebrated for their accomplishments

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your efforts make these special moments possible—thank you for being part of the team! We couldn’t do this without you!

Celebrate the achievements of our incredible athletes by volunteering in the awards area! Your support helps create a smooth and memorable awards experience.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with the organization and flow of athletes in the awards tent

Helping manage the lineup and presentation process

Ensuring athletes are recognized and celebrated for their accomplishments

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your efforts make these special moments possible—thank you for being part of the team! We couldn’t do this without you!

Celebrate the achievements of our incredible athletes by volunteering in the awards area! Your support helps create a smooth and memorable awards experience.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with the organization and flow of athletes in the awards tent

Helping manage the lineup and presentation process

Ensuring athletes are recognized and celebrated for their accomplishments

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your efforts make these special moments possible—thank you for being part of the team! We couldn’t do this without you!

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Join the excitement on the court by volunteering as a Basketball Scorekeeper! You'll be part of the action, helping track the game and support our athletes.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with court set-up before games

Keeping accurate score and time during games

Cheering on athletes and creating a fun, positive atmosphere

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your attention and enthusiasm keep the game going—we couldn’t do this without you!

Join the excitement on the court by volunteering as a Basketball Scorekeeper! You'll be part of the action, helping track the game and support our athletes.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with court set-up before games

Keeping accurate score and time during games

Cheering on athletes and creating a fun, positive atmosphere

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your attention and enthusiasm keep the game going—we couldn’t do this without you!

Join the excitement on the court by volunteering as a Basketball Scorekeeper! You'll be part of the action, helping track the game and support our athletes.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with court set-up before games

Cheering on athletes and creating a fun, positive atmosphere

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your attention and enthusiasm keep the game going—we couldn’t do this without you!

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Manage Power point Presentations & music for the program.

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Because of the nature of this role with financial processing, once your registration is complete, a member of Special Olympics will initiate a Background Check on your behalf to ensure you are Class A cleared with our organization. 

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Help guests capture fun memories! Volunteers will greet attendees, assist with face-in-hole photo cutouts, take pictures using guests’ phones, and keep the area cheerful and tidy.
Ideal for: Friendly, outgoing individuals who enjoy interacting with people of all ages and abilities. No photography experience needed. Orientation provided.

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Help guests capture fun memories! Volunteers will greet attendees, assist with face-in-hole photo cutouts, take pictures using guests’ phones, and keep the area cheerful and tidy.
Ideal for: Friendly, outgoing individuals who enjoy interacting with people of all ages and abilities. No photography experience needed. Orientation provided.

Be the voice of the Summer Games and bring the excitement to life on social media! As a Social Media & Documentation ambassador, you’ll capture unforgettable moments—whether it’s action shots, posed pics, or fun snapshots with social media props—and we will share them directly on SOSC’s official accounts. Plus, you’ll engage with attendees, encouraging them to join the conversation and share their experiences with you. Help spread the energy, inspire the community, and make the Summer Games trend like never before!

Must have your own smart phone and be capable of recording photos and videos and transferring them to other mobile devices via texting or uploading. Social media and/or media relations experience preferred but not required. Must be comfortable approaching and talking to spectators, athletes and coaches. Will need All Access Wristband and will be given photo credential when checking in at the media center.

Be the voice of the Summer Games and bring the excitement to life on social media! As a Social Media & Documentation ambassador, you’ll capture unforgettable moments—whether it’s action shots, posed pics, or fun snapshots with social media props—and we will share them directly on SOSC’s official accounts. Plus, you’ll engage with attendees, encouraging them to join the conversation and share their experiences with you. Help spread the energy, inspire the community, and make the Summer Games trend like never before!

Must have your own smart phone and be capable of recording photos and videos and transferring them to other mobile devices via texting or uploading. Social media and/or media relations experience preferred but not required. Must be comfortable approaching and talking to spectators, athletes and coaches. Will need All Access Wristband and will be given photo credential when checking in at the media center.

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Assist with coordinating talent; grouping delegations for parade; keeping parade moving; breakdown post-ceremony

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Communicate fluently in American Sign Language (ASL).

Provide ASL interpretation during the Opening Ceremony to ensure full access and inclusion for athletes and attendees who are Deaf or hard of hearing.

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Sunday (Dog Pound Volunteer Check-in)

This position will be retrieving all banners and signage that is spread throughout the CSULB Campus, and helping to organize and put away banners for storage. Please expect to walk and stand on your feet through the shift.

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Join us as a Swimming Awards Volunteer and help celebrate the achievements of our athletes! In this rewarding role, you'll play a key part in ensuring the awards ceremonies run smoothly and professionally.

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Join us as a Swimming Awards Volunteer and help celebrate the achievements of our athletes! In this rewarding role, you'll play a key part in ensuring the awards ceremonies run smoothly and professionally.

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Swimming Competition Volunteer Opportunity

Dive into the action and support our athletes by volunteering at the swimming competition! Volunteers play a key role in ensuring a smooth, exciting event for everyone involved.

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Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your support helps fuel the spirit of the competition—we couldn’t make a splash without you

Swimming Competition Volunteer Opportunity

Dive into the action and support our athletes by volunteering at the swimming competition! Volunteers play a key role in ensuring a smooth, exciting event for everyone involved.

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Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your support helps fuel the spirit of the competition—we couldn’t make a splash without you

The Young Athletes Program (YAP) is an inclusive sport and play-based program designed for children ages 2–7 with intellectual disabilities and their peers. The program introduces basic motor skills—such as running, jumping,

The Young Athletes Program (YAP) is an inclusive sport and play-based program designed for children ages 2–7 with intellectual disabilities and their peers. The program introduces basic motor skills—such as running, jumping,

Join us for an exciting day of bocce and help make the competition a success! Volunteers are essential to the smooth operation of this event and will receive their shift assignments on the morning of the competition.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your time and enthusiasm help create a fun and inclusive atmosphere for everyone. We couldn’t do it without you—thank you for being part of the team!

Join us for an exciting day of bocce and help make the competition a success! Volunteers are essential to the smooth operation of this event and will receive their shift assignments on the morning of the competition.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Training/Orientation will be provided. No experience needed.

Your time and enthusiasm help create a fun and inclusive atmosphere for everyone. We couldn’t do it without you—thank you for being part of the team!

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Knowledge and/or coaching experience in the sport you are interested in coaching is preferred. Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to become pre-qualified for a volunteer role.

Key Responsibilities

After successfully completing the required qualifications and acknowledging the Background Check disclosure, a member of our staff will process your Background Check to complete your volunteer clearance. Once your Background Check is eligible, SOSC staff will contact you about next steps. 

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Knowledge and/or coaching experience in the sport you are interested in coaching is preferred. Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to become pre-qualified for a volunteer role.

Key Responsibilities

After successfully completing the required qualifications and acknowledging the Background Check disclosure, a member of our staff will process your Background Check to complete your volunteer clearance. Once your Background Check is eligible, SOSC staff will contact you about next steps.

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Knowledge and/or coaching experience in the sport you are interested in coaching is preferred.

Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to become pre-qualified for a coaching role. After completing the required qualifications successfully, a member of our staff will contact you about next steps. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for Coaches in the following locations across multiple sports:

After successfully completing the required qualifications and acknowledging the Background Check disclosure, a member of our staff will process your Background Check to complete your volunteer clearance. Once your Background Check is eligible, SOSC staff will contact you about next steps. 

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to complete the required qualifications.

After completing the required qualifications successfully, a member of our staff will contact you about next steps. 

Our vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Knowledge and/or coaching experience in the sport you are interested in coaching is preferred. Click on the REGISTER button (top right or bottom right) to become pre-qualified for a volunteer role.

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After successfully completing the required qualifications and acknowledging the Background Check disclosure, a member of our staff will process your Background Check to complete your volunteer clearance. Once your Background Check is eligible, SOSC staff will contact you about next steps.

Work with the Special Olympics Southern California team to maintain our social media presence across our entire footprint. Assist with the creation of social media posts based on social media promotion calendar; produce videos; write articles; respond to and interact with the Special Olympics Southern California audience through social media channels; attend events and provide live social media coverage.

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Commitment

After successfully completing the required qualifications, a member of our staff will contact you about next steps in the application process.

Intern Description: UCS & SO College Internship

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Unified Champion Schools is an inclusive school-based strategy designed to bring together students with and without intellectual disabilities to participate in activities in three core areas:  sport and fitness, youth leadership, and campus engagement. This strategy aims to develop leadership and advocacy skills for all students in the K-12 school community and throughout college and university campuses in SOSC’s footprint. 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

This individual has a passion for inclusion and wants to make a difference within their campus and surrounding communities. They have a drive for connecting people to each other through encouragement, inclusion, and acceptance. They will leave with an increased understanding of the inclusive school programming listed above, the important role of a college within the SOSC community, as well as experience working with a large nonprofit organization.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

The Unified Champion Schools (UCS) internship is open to current college students or recent graduates majoring in a variety of fields. The UCS internship may count toward course credits.

Some characteristics we are looking for in an intern and that will make them successful in this position:

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APPLY

To apply, please send resume or cover letter to Darlene Partida, Administrator at dpartida@sosc.org

GOAL/IMPACT

Special Olympics Southern California’s (SOSC) vision is to promote acceptance, inclusion, and well-being for people with intellectual disabilities through sports. Special Olympics is the world’s largest sports organization for people with intellectual disabilities, serving more than 4.4 million athletes in over 170 countries. Through the power of sports, athletes discover new strengths and abilities, build confidence, develop skills, and experience success both on the playing field and in life.

The Health Initiatives Internship offers students an opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to nonprofit public health programming while supporting Special Olympics Southern California’s Healthy Athletes initiatives. Interns will learn about inclusive health programming, athlete wellness initiatives, volunteer engagement, and community outreach that support the health and well-being of athletes with intellectual disabilities.

To learn more about SOSC programs and initiatives, please visit our website.

Key responsibilities

·       Support the planning and coordination of health initiative events.

·       Assist with event preparation such as organizing materials, equipment, and supplies.

·       Assist with inventory preparation and organization of health supplies before and after events.

·       Provide support with basic data entry related to athlete participation, volunteer engagement, and program tracking.

·       Assist with outreach efforts, including regional health events and community engagement activities.

·       Support health initiatives communications, including assistance with social media content or program promotion.

·       Participate in team meetings and provide general program support to the Health Initiatives team.

TRAINING & SUPPORT

·       Supervision and mentorship from the Senior Manager, Health Initiatives with regular check-ins and guidance.

·       Orientation to Special Olympics Southern California, Healthy Athletes programming, and organizational protocols.

·       Hands-on learning opportunities related to nonprofit public health initiatives, event planning, volunteer coordination, and community outreach.

·       Exposure to collaboration across multiple program areas within SOSC.

COMMITMENT & WORK SITE

·       This internship requires at least a 3 month commitment.

·       Interns are expected to contribute approximately 6–12 hours per week, depending on availability and academic schedule.

·       Internship activities primarily take place at the SOSC Headquarters Office – 1600 Forbes Way, Suite 200, Long Beach, CA 90810, with occasional opportunities to attend regional events or Healthy Athletes screenings.

·       Some evenings or weekends may be available for those interested in observing or supporting Healthy Athletes screenings or Special Olympics events.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

·       Interest in public health, nonprofit programming, health equity, or community health initiatives.

·       Strong organizational and communication skills.

·       Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

·       Comfortable working with diverse communities and individuals with intellectual disabilities.

·       Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and willingness to learn new systems.

·       Dependable, organized, and eager to gain experience in nonprofit health programming.

·       Must complete a volunteer application, required training, and background check.

BENEFITS

·       Opportunity to make a direct impact on the health and well-being of Special Olympics athletes.

·       Hands-on learning experience within a large nonprofit organization focused on inclusive health and sports programming.

·       Exposure to Healthy Athletes screenings, community health initiatives, volunteer coordination, and nonprofit program operations.

·       Experience working with a collaborative team dedicated to advancing inclusion, wellness, and opportunity for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

·       Opportunity to build professional skills in nonprofit programming, event coordination, outreach, and health initiatives.

Local Program Coordinators manage the oversight of the program, including recruitment of athletes and coaches, coordination of practices and competitions, and administrative tasks.