Be part of the change – volunteer!

Merit America is always excited to grow our volunteer pool. Our volunteers are committed to mentoring learners in professional development to instill confidence for their new career paths.

volunteer_activismVolunteer With Merit America

Give one hour. Help change a career.

Working adults are building new careers in tech — many while raising kids, holding down full-time jobs, and chasing every spare hour they can find. Volunteers like you give them something money can’t buy: real-world insight, an interview rep, a moment of confidence before the moment that matters.

Volunteering with us isn’t just about skill assessment. It’s leadership development for your team, a tangible way to meet your company’s corporate responsibility goals, and a small action that pays forward into a more inclusive workforce.

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1 hour
That’s all it takes to make a real difference.
Why Volunteer

Four reasons your hour moves the needle

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Connect with learners directly

Virtual sessions put you face-to-face with the working adults you’re helping — no abstract donations, no distance.

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Develop your team

Mentoring builds leadership skills, public-speaking practice, and feedback muscle for the volunteers themselves.

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Meet your company’s goals

Volunteer hours support corporate responsibility commitments and ESG reporting in a measurable way.

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Build a fairer workforce

Help open doors for adults whose talent has been overlooked by traditional hiring — based on merit, not money.

Volunteer Opportunities

Two ways to jump in

All opportunities are virtual and designed to fit a busy professional’s schedule.

Every Quarter
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Career Week: interview practice & speed networking

During our Interview Strategy Sessions and Career Connections: Speed Networking events, you’ll help learners and alumni sharpen their job-search skills and build the confidence they’ll carry into real interviews.

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Every Month
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Host a professional development webinar

Share your expertise — resume writing, LinkedIn optimization, cybersecurity, finance, or whatever you know best. These 45-minute webinars give learners practical insights they’ll use as they navigate new careers.

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Pick a Time

Ready to volunteer? Book a slot.

Pick a date and time that works for your schedule. We’ll handle the rest — Zoom invite, agenda, and everything else you need to show up confidently.

Have questions?

Whether you’re an individual or a whole team — we’ll help you get involved.

Merit America offers flexible, virtual volunteer opportunities that fit your schedule. Reach out and we’ll find the right way for you to plug in.

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