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VOLUNTEER
Computer Hardware Skills Program :
Other Volunteer Opportunities
HELP OTHERS
The InterConnection Computer Reuse and Learning Center provides refurbished computers to underserved communities locally and abroad. Volunteers help with testing and upgrading used computers for these groups. Anyone who completes our Computer Hardware Skills Program receives valuable computer skills and a FREE computer.
COMPUTER HARDWARE SKILLS PROGRAM:
Our most popular volunteer program. Through hands on learning volunteers learn about computer components, how to fix computers and how to install hard drives, memory, software and operating systems.
Anyone who completes the 30-hour computer skills program receives a free computer set including:
- Refurbished 1.1 to 1.2 Ghz Pentium III desktop computer
- Windows XP Pro Operating system
- Microsoft Office software suite
- 17" CRT monitor, keyboard, and mouse
- Computers include a software package that allows users to access the Internet via a dial up modem for free.
How to Start:
To start, come to the Center on either Wednesday at 1 pm or Saturday at 10 am for orientation. No appointment necessary. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, have the ability to work alone and be able to lift computers (approximately 30 lbs). NO COMPUTER SKILLS ARE REQUIRED. If you have questions email info@interconnection.org or call 206 310 4547
The address is 2222 N Pacific St Seattle WA 98103.
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Buses 26, 31, 46, 74, and 45 pass on 40th, about 0.5 miles from the Center. No buses pass on Pacific.
Volunteer Policies
- All volunteers must complete the Volunteer Application prior to starting work. You will complete the application at the Center.
- Volunteers start on either Wednesdays or Saturdays only.
- Volunteer Coordinator determines the appropriate program for the volunteer based on their skills level.
- Volunteers who violate our codes of conduct (ie. basic human decency) will be asked not to return. This includes theft.
OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
You can always get involved in the work of InterConnection in other ways. Because of the volunteer efforts of people like you, we are able to do our work and promote change around the globe. Other volunteer opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- Software Instructor: Help teach classes on Microsoft Office programs and computer basics.
- Special Event Volunteer: Assist with the implementation & manning of upcoming e-cycle drives.
- Development Volunteer: Assist development staff with day-to-day tasks related to fundraising and outreaching to communities.
- International Outreach Volunteer: Assist development staff with reaching out to the Latin American communities, NGO's, colleges and schools in need of working computers.
- Graphic Design and Website update: Help create outreach materials for our programs.
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