Volunteers
The Power of Community
Each year, volunteers dedicate hundreds of hours to making “breakthroughs” happen – from an afternoon practicing interview skills to a year of one-on-one college mentorship. Join the Breakthrough community and see what you can make possible!
Volunteer Opportunities
Support Breakthrough New York in selecting the Class of 2035!
On April 12th, Breakthrough New York Admissions Interview Day will take place to select the next generation of BTNY leaders. We are looking for volunteers (AM and/or PM shifts) to support Breakthrough staff in interviewing prospective students and families. Check out the details below or register here!
Date: Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Times: Sign up for one or both!
- AM Shift: 9:30am – 1:00pm
- PM Shift: 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Location: Town School, The Town School at 540 E 76th St, New York, NY 10021
Contact Us
Previous Volunteer Events
Mock Interviews
10th graders strengthened their job interview skills in preparation for their first summer internships.
Admissions Day
Volunteers met prospective Breakthrough students to help select an outstanding new cohort of scholars!
Project-Based Learning
8th graders presented global solutions based on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals to a panel for feedback on research skills.
