New Volunteer Opportunities

New Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteerism plays an important role here at Marion County, helping to build our relationship with citizens while building our capacity to deliver important services and supports. We are fortunate as we benefit from a community committed to civic engagement, and many volunteers make significant contribution in time, energy and expertise.

Marion County offers a wide variety of program and event volunteer opportunities, as well as opportunities to serve on an advisory boards, committee or task force. Opportunities vary by department, and by the time of the year, and evolve.Summary of Marion County Volunteer Opportunities.pdf

Spotlight on volunteer opportunities:

Juvenile Research, Data and Evaluation Intern
Are you a student looking for real-world experience this summer? Join the Marion County Juvenile Department as a Data & Research Intern and learn how information and reporting support programs, services, and decision-making in juvenile justice. This internship will include opportunities to assist with with data collection, organization, and report generation; support staff with research and statistical projects; review and  interpret data trends related to department services and programs; and helping to prepare other reports used for planning nd evaluation purposes. Our ideal applicant is age 20 or older, a junior in college, with coursework in research methods, statistics, juvenile justice, criminal justice, sociology, psychology, public administration, human services, or related fields. Use the Volunteer/Intern Application to be considered for this unpaid summer internship.

Marion County Fair - Event Volunteers

Marion County Fair runs July 9 -12th in Salem. Be a part of the fun and see the fair from a whole new perspective by volunteering! Whether you love working with people, enjoy behind-the-scenes action, or want to support your community, there’s a spot for you. We have opportunities in many areas—public contests, information booths, setup and cleanup, and more. 

Volunteers receive free fair admission and a fair volunteer t-shirt as a thank-you! Plus, it’s a great way to meet new people and be part of a beloved community tradition. Join us and help make the Marion County Fair a success! Use this link to register as a volunteer - Use the tabs at the top to select the day!

Marion County Extension & 4H Service District (MCE4H) Budget Committee

Extension & 4-H programs have supported Marion County communities for more than 100 years — and you can help shape their future.

The Marion County Extension & 4-H Service District is seeking volunteers to serve on its Budget Committee. This is a great opportunity for community members with an interest in budgeting, finance, public service, or community investment to make a meaningful impact close to home. Budget Committee members meet 2–3 times per year alongside the district’s governing board to help guide funding decisions that support agriculture and forestry, youth and family programs, and sustainable communities and natural resources. If you’re looking for a way to give back using your professional skills and community perspective, we’d love to hear from you.  To be considered for this appointed position submit your Advisory Board Application by 11:58pm, Friday, June 5, 2026.

Find a Volunteer Opportunity:

• Visit the Ongoing Opportunities page for a list of volunteer opportunities by department. 
• Visit Advisory Boards to find more information about open positions on an advisory board, commission, or committee. Eligibility requirements vary by board, but generally applicants must work or live in Marion County to be considered for appointment to any advisory board.
• Visit Intern Opportunities for information on opportunities for students enrolled in an academic institution.

Find Us