APA is launching a pilot program to expand volunteer opportunities for our members. This initiative introduces micro-volunteering, which consists of short-term, flexible opportunities that allow members to contribute in meaningful ways without long-term commitments. These time-bound tasks enable volunteers to support the organization’s work in a way that fits their availability while making a tangible impact.
Current Opportunities
Peer Reviewers for Medical Student Road to Psychiatry Residency Guide (MDs/DOs)
Are you in a psychiatry residency or within the first two years of practice? Volunteer as a peer reviewer for APA’s Medical Student Roadmap to Psychiatry Residency Guide (MDs/DOs). The project involves reviewing the current document for accuracy and clarity for an intended audience of medical students navigating their respective journey to psychiatry residency in the United States. This opportunity offers a chance for you to contribute your expertise and experiences and play a role in supporting and support future psychiatrists.
- Project Dates and/or Time Commitment: May 1 – June 8, 2025
- Number of Volunteers: 5
- Suggested Requirements: Attended residency in the US and/or currently practice in the U.S. or have experience working with medical students applying for residency.
- Application Deadline: April 28, 2025
- Apply Here
Peer Reviewers for APA Resources on Conducting a Job Search
Are you in an early career psychiatrist who has successfully landed your dream psychiatric job? Volunteer as a peer reviewer for APA’s current resources related to searching for a job. The project involves reviewing web-based materials and making suggestions as to content – what is missing or not needed. This opportunity offers a chance for you to contribute your expertise and experiences and play a role in supporting future psychiatrists.
- Project Dates and/or Time Commitment: May 1 – May 31, 2025
- Number of Volunteers: 3
- Suggested Requirements: Successfully conducted a job search, 2 – 5 years (or more) in an employed setting.
- Application Deadline: May 31, 2025
- Apply Here
Peer Reviewers for APA Global Research Engagement Program
Established in 2017 by the APA Council on International Psychiatry and Global Health, the APA International Poster Engagement Program is an opportunity for non-U.S. researchers to connect with peers in the United States to review and discuss their research, build networks, and engage in bilateral learning. All participants have been accepted to present their research poster at the upcoming APA Annual Meeting. Volunteer peer reviewers may select a participant to connect with either in-person or virtually during the 2025 APA Annual Meeting in Los Angeles, CA.
- Project Dates and/or Time Commitment: May 17 – May 21, 2025
- Number of Volunteers: TBD (based on number of program participants)
- Suggested Requirements: APA members with research experience
- Application Deadline: May 5, 2025
- Apply Here
Peer-Reviewers for Medical Student Road to Psychiatry Residency Guide (IMGs)
Are you an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who is currently in a U.S. psychiatry residency or within the first two years of practice? Volunteer as a peer-reviewer for APA’s Medical Student Road to Psychiatry Residency Guide (IMGs). The project involves reviewing the current document for accuracy and clarity for an intended audience of medical students navigating their respective journey to psychiatry residency in the United States. This opportunity offers a chance for you to contribute your expertise and play a role in supporting future psychiatrists.
- Project Dates and/or Time Commitment: May 1 – June 8, 2025
- Number of Volunteers: 5
- Suggested Requirements: Graduated from Medical School outside of the United States and currently attending or attended residency in the United States.
- Application Deadline: April 28, 2025
- Apply Here
Peer-Reviewers for APA’s "Featured Publications for Residents"
Are you currently a 4th year psychiatry resident, fellow, or within the first two years of practice? Volunteer as a peer-reviewer for APA’s “Featured Publications for Residents”. The project involves reviewing the APA’s A Resident’s Guide to Surviving Psychiatric Training and Building a Career in Psychiatry for accuracy and clarity for an intended audience of current and prospective residents. This opportunity offers a chance for you to contribute your expertise and play a role in supporting future psychiatrists.
- Project Dates and/or Time Commitment: May 1 – June 30, 2025
- Number of Volunteers: 5
- Suggested Requirements: Attended residency in the United States and/or currently practice in the United States.
- Application Deadline: April 28, 2025
- Apply Here