Process to Volunteer

Gwinnett has numerous volunteer opportunities throughout County Government. Finding one that fits your needs is simple.

Step One: Visit VolunteerGwinnett.net

Step Two: Search current events, projects and internship opportunities

Step Three: Register as a volunteer

Many of our volunteer opportunities have age restrictions or require a background check. A volunteer liaison will review your applications and contact you soon to get your started.
If you have any questions or concerns, call 770.822.7955 or e-mail VolunteerGwinnett@GwinnettCounty.com.

Volunteer Gwinnett follows the Georgia Department of Labor’s child labor laws for its volunteer opportunities.

Volunteer Gwinnett may offer opportunities outside of these guidelines based upon a particular event or other unique circumstances.

For those not familiar with the details of the child labor laws please visit Georgia Department of Labor’s child labor laws webpage.

 

• Age 12 and 17 years old is considered a minor.
• Engaged in a limited task related to an educational or learning project
• Requires parent or legal guardian permission to participate

Georgia and federal labor laws state that “work permits are not required for volunteer positions where the minor is not receiving any compensation.”

Time restrictions for minors are dependent on the school year.

During school year	During non-school year
Maximum of 3 hours  per school day	Maximum of 8 hours per non-school day
Maximum of 18 hours per school week	Maximum of 40 hours per non-school week
Can not work before 7:00am or after 7:00pm	Can not work before 7:00am or after 9:00pm*

*Evening hours extended to 9:00pm June 1 to Labor Day.

For more information, visit the Georgia Department of Labor’s Child Labor Laws