Volunteer
Give an hour here and there. Greet, set up, run sound, make coffee — low commitment, high impact.
1–2 hrs / month
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Lead
Mentor
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Youhave aplace here.
God gave you gifts — and we have a spot for every one of them. Whether you have one hour a month or want to lead a team, volunteering, mentoring, and serving is how you go from attending to belonging. Find your role and start making a difference today.
OPEN ROLES NOW
Worship vocalist — Friday Night team•
Photographer — Media team•
Small group co-leader•
Coffee crew — Wed mornings•
Worship vocalist — Friday Night team•
Photographer — Media team•
Small group co-leader•
Coffee crew — Wed mornings•
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace.” — 1 Peter 4:10
You don't find your people by watching — you find them by serving.
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01 · WHY SERVE
Three doors into deeper community
However much time you have, there's a way in. Pick the lane that fits your season — you can always grow into more.
Join a Team
Commit to a crew — media, worship, hospitality, events. Consistent rhythm, real relationships.
2–4 hrs / weekLead
Steward a group, mentor others, or sit on a committee. We'll train and support you the whole way.
Ongoing · mentored
02 · OPEN ROLES
Volunteer opportunities directory
Every open role across our teams. Filter by area, check the time commitment, and apply in two clicks.
40+ roles open now
Area:
Worship Vocalist
Friday Night team · weekly rehearsal
3 hrs/wk
Event Photographer
Media team · flexible schedule
2 hrs/wk
Coffee & Welcome Crew
Wednesday mornings · Geisel patio
1 hr/wk
Sound & Slides Tech
Friday Night · training provided
3 hrs/wk
Outreach Captain
Monthly serve days · lead a project
Monthly
Social Content Writer
Media team · remote-friendly
2 hrs/wk
Meal & Dinner Host
Small group dinners · your home
Biweekly
Web & App Volunteer
Tech team · build our tools
Flexible
03 · SERVING TEAMS
Find your crew
Each team is a family within the family. Hover to see what they do — then come hang out at a meeting before you commit.
Worship Team
Vocalists, musicians, and engineers leading the room into God's presence.
Media & Creative
Photo, video, design, and writing that tells the story of what God's doing.
Hospitality
Greeters, coffee crew, and hosts who make every newcomer feel at home.
Events Team
Plan and run gatherings, retreats, and socials from idea to teardown.
Outreach Team
Serve days, mission trips, and loving our San Diego neighbors well.
Prayer Team
Intercessors who cover every event and student in prayer.
Tech Team
Sound, slides, livestream, and the web tools that keep us running.
Discipleship
Small group leaders and mentors walking with students one-on-one.
04 · LEADERSHIP ROLES
Step up and lead
Open leadership positions for the coming year. Every role comes with training, a coach, and a team that has your back.
Position
Team
Commitment
Action
Small Group Leader
Discipleship
2 hrs/wk
Events Coordinator
Events Team
4 hrs/wk
Worship Director
Worship Team
5 hrs/wk
Media Lead
Media & Creative
3 hrs/wk
Outreach Captain
Outreach Team
Monthly
05 · JOIN A COMMITTEE
Committee joining pathways
Committees shape the direction of our chapter. Here's how to find your seat at the table — four simple steps.
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Sit In
Attend a meeting as a guest — no commitment, just see if it clicks.
3
Apply
Submit a short interest form and chat with the committee chair.
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Serve
Get onboarded, paired with a mentor, and make your mark.
06 · MENTORSHIP
Walk with someone — or be walked with
Discipleship happens in relationship. Choose your path and we'll make a thoughtful match within a week.
BECOME A MENTOR
Become a Mentor
Upperclassmen, grad students, and alumni: pour into a younger Triton. We train you, give you a guide, and check in monthly.
- One mentee, one hour a week
- Full training & conversation guides
- Mentor community & support
FIND A MENTOR
Find a Mentor
New here, or just want someone in your corner? Get matched with a mentor who's a few steps ahead and ready to walk with you.
- Matched by major & interests
- Faith, life, & academic support
- Zero cost, totally optional
07 · USE YOUR SKILLS
Skills-based volunteering
Already great at something? Put it to work for the Kingdom. These roles plug your major and talents straight into ministry.
Tech & Dev
Build apps, automate workflows, maintain our digital tools.
Design
Graphics, branding, slides, and merch that look as good as the message.
Writing
Blog posts, devotionals, newsletters, and social captions.
Photography
Capture events, portraits, and the moments worth remembering.
Finance & Ops
Budgets, logistics, and keeping the engine running smoothly.
Marketing
Grow our reach, run campaigns, fill the room.
Music
Play, sing, arrange, or engineer for the worship team.
Languages
Translate, interpret, and welcome international students.
08 · OUTREACH & MISSIONS
Serve near and far
From a Saturday on the streets of San Diego to a week across the border, here's where you can put love into action. Sign-ups open below.
LocalSIGN-UP OPEN SAT · 9 AM · Downtown SD
Monthly Serve Day
Meals, hygiene kits, and conversation with our unhoused neighbors.
Regional SPRING BREAK · Tijuana
Border Build Trip
Five days building homes & running a kids' camp with a local church.
Campus WEEKLY · Library Walk
Campus Outreach Crew
Free coffee, kind words, and prayer for whoever wants it on Library Walk.
09 · INTEREST MATCHING
Find your role in 60 seconds
Tell us what you love and how much time you have — we'll suggest the roles that fit you best.
Your suggested roles
Based on what most people like you choose:
Welcome Crew
People · 1 hr/wk
Media Team
Photo/Video · 2 hrs/wk
Prayer Team
Prayer · flexible
Select your interests on the left to update these matches.
10 · YOUR FIRST STEPS
Your getting-started checklist
Tap each step as you go. Most volunteers finish this in their first two weeks.
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Take the interest quiz
Find roles that fit you in 60 seconds.
Apply for a role
Pick one from the directory and submit the short form.
Meet your team lead
A quick coffee to get to know each other.
Attend onboarding
A 45-minute welcome & training session.
Serve your first shift
Show up, jump in, and you're officially on the team.
11 · EVENT PLANNING TEAMS
Help build the moments people remember
Every great gathering has a team behind it. Here's how an event comes together — and where you fit in.
8 WEEKS OUT
Dream & Plan
Vision team shapes the idea, theme, and budget. Great for big-picture thinkers.
4 WEEKS OUT
Promote & Invite
Media & marketing team makes the graphics and fills the room. Perfect for creatives.
EVENT WEEK
Set Up & Run
Logistics & hospitality crew handles setup, food, and welcome. Hands-on and fun.
AFTER
Follow Up & Reflect
Care team reaches out to newcomers; the whole team debriefs what God did.
12 · VOLUNTEER STORIES
From the sidelines to the center
“I started by just stacking chairs. Two years later I lead the hospitality team and those Wednesday coffee mornings are the best part of my week.”
SP
Sofia P.
Public Health · Hospitality lead
13 · OUR IMPACT TOGETHER
What volunteers made possible this year
Events run by volunteers92%
Newcomers welcomed by greeters100%
Students in a mentoring relationship68%
Volunteers who say they found community96%
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14 · QUESTIONS
Before you sign up
I'm new — can I still volunteer?
Yes! Volunteering is one of the fastest ways to make friends and feel at home. You don't need to have been here long — just a willing heart.
Do I have to be a Christian to serve?
Many of our roles are open to anyone who wants to help. Some leadership and discipleship roles ask for a shared faith, but there's a place for everyone to contribute.
What if I'm really busy?
We get it — you're a student. Plenty of roles take just an hour a month, and you can always start small and scale up (or down) as your schedule changes.
Will I get training?
Always. Every team has an onboarding session and a lead who'll show you the ropes. You'll never be thrown in without support.
Can I switch roles later?
Of course. Try something, and if it's not the right fit, we'll help you find a better one. The goal is for you to flourish where you serve.