theDockhand Program
Exchange your time for opportunities within our innovative coworking space!
Itching to help create safe, fun, and productive working spaces in the third-sector?
Keen on learning more about social impact, or experiencing mentorship, or building your career and community relationships?
Interested in having a downtown location to work on your projects or course work?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this is the program for you!
Becoming a Dockhand will help you reach your goals and create the community we all desire.
Exchange Details
Dockhands provide a five-hour weekly shift commitment over a three or six month period (or more). Shifts occur at set times either in the morning (8:30 - 1:30) or afternoon (1:00 - 6:00). There is some flexibility within this to meet the accessibility needs of different volunteers.
In exchange, you help us make sure the space is clean and functional, and support the needs of our members. This exchange emphasizes responsibility partnered with opportunity.
Climb aboard our community of cutting edge social impact professionals!
What’s onboard?
Free membership and 24/7 coworking package, including 240 coins toward meeting space rentals per month (ideal for students, retirees, and folks on a job hunt)
Build your experience in the non-profit and social impact sector
Access mentorship from theDock’s co-working members and non-profit organizations
Achieve a professional certification at the end of six-months aboard the program
Review the full position description of the Dockhand position here!
THE DOCKHAND PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY FULL
Please send us an email to register your interest in joining the program. We will be in touch if a spot opens up.
The Dockhand Crew says…
“I have been a dockhand for several years. I gain a warm work family and extended friendship group through the members and staff. I'm always creating and implementing new projects such as Game Nights, Mending Circles, Houseplant Care, and Massage by Donation. TheDock gives me a comfortable routine, a place where I belong, and space to throw parties! My skillsets improve and my perspectives grow. This is an inviting home-away-from-home for connection, engagement, authentic communication, and people who share social justice values.”
- Patty Disbrow (Miss Patty), Dockhand
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“The Dockhand program was pivotal for my startup, offering invaluable office space in exchange for time. Its a rich learning environment, fostering collaboration, and community building within Dock's vibrant community. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking dynamic office solutions and community connections.”
- Arsham Saeidi-Pour, Dockhand
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“Applying to be a Dockhand was the best decision I made last year. I applied for access to an accessible workspace for studying, but not only did I get that- the Dock offered me endless opportunities to learn from peers and even a personal mentor. From day one, everyone at the Dock made me feel welcome.”
- Ruthven Stewart, Dockhand
she/her“My favourite part about being a Dockhand is x to be part of the community here at theDock. I get to come work in a space with a great group of people all working on their own interesting projects. It's a great place to learn and make friends, that's what I love most.”
- Eric Buhne, Former Dockhand
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