Opportunities From: Covenant House Texas

The Volunteer GED Instructor will provide structured, supportive, and engaging instruction to youth preparing for the GED exam. The instructor will foster a trauma-informed, strengths-based learning environment that promotes trust, consistency, and empowerment.

Instruction & Curriculum Delivery

Plan and facilitate daily GED preparation classes in math, science, social studies, reading, and writing.

Adapt instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and academic levels.

Utilize trauma-informed teaching practices to support students' emotional and psychological safety.

Youth Engagement & Support

Build positive, professional relationships with youth through patience, empathy, and consistency.

Promote self-confidence and resilience in learners by recognizing progress and effort.

Encourage youth to set and work toward educational goals.

An internship at Covenant House Texas offers a unique and rewarding experience that will equip you with invaluable skills while allowing you to contribute meaningfully to our mission. As an intern, you'll gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. Your contributions will directly impact the lives of young people in need, providing you with a deep sense of purpose and accomplishment. This opportunity not only enriches your professional skill set but also serves as a significant investment in your future, opening doors to new career paths and personal growth. Join us and be part of a dedicated team committed to making a difference.

We work with youth to give them tools to accomplish independent living successfully. Volunteer opportunities include facilitating workshops on topics such as money management, nutrition and meal preparation, healthy relationships, good decisionmaking, voter registration, vision boards, hygiene and personal care, etc. These interactive workshops can be offered on a one-time, weekly series, or monthly basis. Topics should be discussed/approved by CHT staff in advance and should be relevant to our youth demographic

Our Outreach Team consisting of a staff member, volunteers, and mentoring peers reach out to homeless youth in our community Monday through Friday. The team knows what underpass to visit and what abandoned building to approach. They offer critical safety needs by distributing food, hygiene kits, blankets, and clothing. The goal is to build trust with these young people.  We want them to know we are there for them when they decide to leave the streets and come to a safe haven like CHT. Referrals to available services, medical care, and hotlines are also distributed. Thanks to our partnership with the Harris County Community Services Department, who provides Partial funding for our Street Outreach services through the Emergency Solutions Grant.

Opportunities exist for groups to volunteer at CHT. Examples include providing/serving a catered lunch or dinner to all residents (Catering to Youth), coordinating leisure activities, assisting with tutorial and/or educational support, offering on/off-site recreational or cultural events, and preparing special holiday experiences and décor.

Our Rights of Passage youth are preparing for their next steps as independent young adults. Interested mentors may be matched with Rights of Passage residents based on their desired profession, faith, or other personal interests. Volunteers that are at least 25 years of age can serve as mentors to our youth, providing friendship, advice, and support as a positive role model.

Volunteers may support CHT through the facilitation of spiritual growth opportunities for youth. The policies of Covenant House Texas have always been based in Biblical principles and the Christian faith. Though the original site in New York City was founded by a Franciscan Priest, Covenant House Texas is not affiliated with any particular denomination.

Academic and GED tutors are needed in the evenings to assist youth who are working towards their diploma, degree or certificate.

Baylor College of Medicine fellowship

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Volunteer Administrative Assistant to support our mission of serving youth experiencing homelessness. This role plays a vital part in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, assisting with fundraising event coordination, and supporting clinical administration in our on-site medical clinic. Volunteers will work in a trauma-informed, youth-centered environment that prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment.

Greet and assist visitors, youth, and staff in a professional and welcoming manner

Answer phones, take messages, and assist with filing, data entry, and document preparation

Help maintain organized records, supply inventories, and office materials

Support staff with scheduling, printing, and general clerical duties

Assist with the planning and coordination of fundraising events, donation drives, and community outreach activities

Help create and distribute promotional materials (flyers, donor letters, RSVP lists)

Support event logistics including guest tracking, vendor coordination, and setup/cleanup

Assist with client check-in, appointment scheduling, and documentation in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

Prepare and organize medical forms, charts, and clinic supplies

Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure efficient, trauma-informed service delivery

A structured work experience program that allows students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in a specific industry or field. It provides a unique opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a professional setting, develop essential skills, and build a network of contacts.

Baylor College of Medicine students serving with Covenant House Texas through their program of the Pride Coalition.