Firefighter / EMT
Train for both fire and EMS service. Firefighter I and EMT are required; training is provided. Local operational members commit at least 32 duty hours each month, plus training, meetings, and events.
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Find your place at Company 12
Fire · EMS · AdministrativeBuild skills
Build skills
Make a difference
Whether you live nearby or are planning your next semester, there is a place for you at College Park. No previous training is required for new local members.
Meet a team of firefighters, EMTs, and administrative volunteers who learn together and serve College Park.
Start a conversation
Tell us a little about yourself.
Your role at Company 12
Full requirements and trainingFour ways to get involved
EMS only
Focus on ambulance service as an EMT or paramedic. Members must have or obtain Maryland EMT; training is provided. Paramedics also complete the county ALS internship.
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Student live-in
Experienced firefighters and EMTs can apply to live at the station through the Sack Room program, with assigned duty shifts in exchange for housing.
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Administrative & support
Bring your experience to department administration, finances, events, community engagement, education, and other support roles.
Explore this membershipWhat to expectReal training
Real training
A real commitment
Applicants must be at least 18, or 16 with parental consent, and pass a background investigation. Operational applicants must also pass the county Fire/EMS physical.
Membership includes initial and ongoing training, active participation, and department events. Live-in applicants should discuss their existing fire and EMS qualifications with the recruitment team.
Review membership requirementsStart with a conversation
- Send a recruitment inquiry
- Schedule an interview and ride along
- Complete the application and required checks
- Begin recruit school and operational progression
The people behind the responseFind your crew
Find your crew
Build your future
Learn alongside experienced volunteers, connect with a network of alumni, and put new skills to work for your community.
Explore the member experienceUniversity of Maryland · Student live-insThere's only one
There's only one
Sack Room
College life upstairs. Company 12 downstairs. The John L. Bryan Fire Service Dormitory puts your education and your commitment to service under one roof.
24Student live-ins
12Dormitory rooms
1956UMD relationship began
Before you applyA few things
A few things
To know
Start with an inquiry. The recruitment team can help you choose a membership path and explain the next steps.
Tell us about yourselfDo I need previous experience?
New local firefighter / EMT and EMS members may join without previous training. Training is provided. The Sack Room live-in program is for experienced firefighters and EMTs.
Can I volunteer for firefighting only?
Firefighter / EMT members must have or obtain both Firefighter I and EMT. College Park also offers EMS-only membership and non-operational administrative and support roles.
What is the time commitment?
Local operational members commit at least 32 duty hours each month, in addition to training, meetings, and events. Live-in members serve assigned duty shifts.
What happens after I inquire?
The process includes an interview, ride along, application, background investigation, and the required physical for operational applicants. Recruit school and in-station progression follow.