Volunteer

Make a difference at PSU

Your time, experience and voice can make a difference at Portland State. Whether you have an hour to give, want to mentor a student or want to advocate for PSU, there are plenty of ways to get involved.

Explore opportunities below and find a way to give back that works for you.

PSU Advocates pose outside the state capitol in Salem.

Advocate for PSU

Use your voice to support Portland State and its students.

Your voice can make a difference. Become a PSU Advocate to receive action alerts and opportunities to speak up for PSU and higher education.

Become an advocate

Serve the City Day

Give back, connect with fellow Vikings and make an impact.

Each May, alumni and the PSU community come together for a day of service on campus. Join fellow Vikings for hands-on projects that give back to our community.

Learn About Serve the City

Person in a purple suit mentoring a student

Mentor Students Through PSU Works

Share your experience and help the next generation of Vikings.

Help a student or recent graduate take their next step. Through PSU Works, you can mentor students, build meaningful connections and share what you've learned along the way.

Join PSU Works

Students sitting and talking in Karl Miller Center

Share Your Expertise

Help PSU business students build skills and connections.

Help students prepare for their careers by reviewing resumes, conducting mock interviews, mentoring, joining career panels, hosting job shadows and more. Opportunities are available throughout the year.

Explore Volunteer Opportunities

Support the Smallwood Food Pantry

Help make sure PSU students have access to basic necessities.

Volunteers help support the PSU Food Pantry and free food market, making it easier for students to access the food and resources they need to thrive.

Volunteer at the Food Pantry