Volunteer Application

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer!

Although we are not currently recruiting for any of our regular volunteer programs, we invite you to send in this application to apply. When we do recruit, our goal is to reach out to previous applicants to gauge their continued interest.

If you would like to be notified of upcoming volunteer opportunities, please be sure to sign up for our e-newsletter, The Leaflet.

If you prefer, you can also download and submit our general volunteer application form to the address below or email it to: arboretum@ucdavis.edu.

UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden
One Shields Avenue
Davis, CA 95616

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Are you a UC Davis student?
Consider joining our environmental leadership program called Learning by Leading™ instead. The opportunities range from quarter-long to year-long. Some are paid positions while other positions are available for class credit. Learn more
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Volunteer Opportunity

Applicant Information

Are you a UC Davis student?

Yes

Can you commit to volunteering three hours a week from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. for an entire year (including summer)?

Yes

If you are a student interested in getting involved with the Arboretum and Public Garden, you might want to consider participating in our Learning by Leading™ environmental internship program instead.

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Availability

We expect volunteers that participate in this training to commit to at least one year of weekly volunteer service. Which weekday(s) do you prefer to work? (please rank all that apply in order of preference)

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Availability

We expect volunteers that participate in this training to commit to at least one year of weekly volunteer service. Which weekend days do you prefer to work? (please rank all that apply in order of preference)

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Address

City/Town

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Phone

Alt. Phone

Are you at least 18 years?

Yes

Interest/Relevant Experience

Why are you interested in volunteering at the Arboretum and Public Garden?

Please describe your experience in the area(s) where you are interested in volunteering.

As they relate to the volunteer opportunity/opportunities you are interested in, which tasks do you enjoy doing the most and why?

Employment/Volunteer History

What is your current employment status?

Full-time

Part-time

Retired

Name of employer (or former employer if retired):

Previous work/professional experience:

Previous volunteer experience:

Are you a member of any community service organization(s) such as Rotary, Soroptimists, Scouts, etc.? If yes, please specify:

Education History

School/training background:

Major field of study:

How did you learn of this volunteer opportunity?

Certify

The UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden is an equal opportunity organization. Volunteers may not be prevented from a volunteer opportunity based on sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Acceptance of this application by the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden does not guarantee a volunteer position. It is the right of this organization to decide on the assignation of volunteers and volunteer positions.

I certify that all of the statements made on this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and are made in good faith.