Quabit is just getting started in Kolkata — we're looking for founding volunteers. Join us

Become a volunteer

Give your time. Share your skills.

We are looking for founding volunteers — teachers, students, doctors, nurses, designers, writers and organisers — to help build Quabit from the ground up.

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Why volunteer with us

Small actions, real difference

Help close to home

Support children and families in your own city, and see the difference consistent help makes.

Learn and grow

Receive training in safeguarding, teaching techniques and community health awareness.

Join a caring community

Work alongside people who share your values, from students to experienced professionals.

Flexible commitment

Choose on-site or remote roles that fit around your studies, work and family.

Opportunities

Volunteer roles

Roles involving children or vulnerable adults require identity verification, references and agreement to our Safeguarding Policy.

Learning mentor

On-site · Kolkata2–4 hours a week

Help children in small groups with reading, writing and maths, using simple, playful methods. Training provided.

Skills: Patience, clear communication, Bengali or Hindi helpful

Health camp volunteer

On-site · KolkataOccasional weekends

Qualified doctors, nurses and pharmacists to provide screening and advice; non-medical volunteers for registration and guidance.

Skills: Medical qualification for clinical roles; friendliness for support roles

Health awareness educator

On-site · Greater KolkataFlexible

Run fun sessions on hygiene, nutrition and safe water for children and families.

Skills: Comfortable speaking to groups; health or education background a plus

Design & content

Remote2–3 hours a week

Create posters, social media posts, short videos and clear, honest writing about our work.

Skills: Design, writing, photography or video

Technology & data

RemoteProject-based

Help us set up secure forms, simple databases and this website, and keep our records accurate.

Skills: Web development, spreadsheets, data protection awareness

Fundraising & partnerships

HybridFlexible

Help us build relationships with schools, clinics, residents' associations and companies in Kolkata.

Skills: Networking, communication, CSR or non-profit experience

Translation

RemoteAs needed

Translate leaflets, forms and web pages between English, Bengali and Hindi.

Skills: Fluency in two or more of these languages

Apply

Volunteer application

It takes about five minutes. We only ask for what we need to find the right role for you.

What happens next

  1. We review your application

    And match it to current needs.

  2. A short conversation

    By phone or video, to discuss roles and answer questions.

  3. Checks & orientation

    ID and reference checks where required, then an orientation session.

Fields marked * are required.

10-digit mobile number; add +91 or your country code if outside India.

Areas of interest

Choose all that apply.

Professional skills, qualifications (e.g. MBBS, B.Ed.), languages and any previous volunteering.

When are you usually available?

Preferred way to volunteer

Questions

Volunteering FAQs

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Who can volunteer with Quabit?
Anyone aged 18 or over who shares our values and agrees to our Volunteer Guidelines and Safeguarding Policy. You don't need prior experience for most roles.
Can I volunteer remotely?
Yes. Roles such as design, writing, social media, translation and research can be done remotely. Teaching support and health camp roles are on-site in Kolkata.
Will I need a background check?
Roles that involve contact with children or vulnerable adults require identity verification, references and agreement to our Safeguarding Policy before you start.
What happens after I apply?
We review each application and contact you to discuss suitable roles and next steps, such as an orientation session. Response times depend on our current volunteer capacity.