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BE A COMPUTER CENTER VOLUNTEER

InterConnection's Computer Hardware Skills Program is our most popular volunteer program. Volunteers gain valuable computer hardware training, and in so doing, refurbish computers for shipment to underserved communities around the world.

Benefits

  • Create opportunity for others. As part of your training, you will refurbish second-hand computers for shipment to nonprofits, schools and other organizations in developing countries.
  • Gain valuable training. Learn about computer components, how to fix computers and how to install hard drives, memory, software and operating systems.
  • Get a free computer. Complete the 30-hour computer skills program and receive a free computer set including a desktop computer, operating system, Microsoft Office software, 17" monitor, keyboard and mouse.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Have the ability to work alone and lift computers (approximately 30 lbs).
  • No computer skills are required.

Computer Center Volunteer Policies

  • All volunteers must complete the Volunteer Application prior to starting work. You will complete the application at the Center.
  • You must attend orientation. See details below.
  • The Volunteer Coordinator will determine the appropriate program for the volunteer based on their experience.
  • Volunteers who violate our codes of conduct will be asked to leave the program. This includes theft.

How to Get Started

Come to the Center on either Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. or Saturday at 10:00 a.m. for orientation. Call or e-mail to let us know which day you will attend.

The Center is located at 2222 N. Pacific St., Seattle, WA, 98103. (Buses 26, 31, 46, 74, and 45 pass on 40th, about 0.5 miles from the Center. No buses pass on Pacific.)

For more information, contact us at (206) 633-1517 or send us an e-mail.

Distribute our Flyers

Feel free to download and print off our PDF flyers 

  • Volunteer Flyer 1 - for individuals interested in volunteering or buying a low cost computer.
  • Volunteer Flyer 2 - a tear away flyer you can put up in your community, organization or local coffee haunt.