The purpose of this study was to understand the experiences of medical students in volunteer activities
and to draw implications for medical education. For this purpose, the questionnaire and the reflection essay
on the volunteer experience of 54 students in the first year and 57 students in the second year were
analyzed and analyzed.. As a result, the participation of the students in the volunteer activities was the
highest in the first semester and once a month in the second grade. Activities were mostly through
volunteer organizations. The essence of the volunteering activities experience revealed through reflection
essays was 'I want to avoid with fear' and 'I feel far away' in the recognition before volunteering activities. In terms of knowledge after participating in volunteer activities, 'breaking eggs and getting to know the
world' and 'intellectual growth through social experience' appeared. In terms of attitude, it revealed 'deep
reflection on me and others', 'understanding of service life'. And in terms of behavior, 'Begin preparing for
a life of service' appeared. The results of this study revealed that volunteering activities provide students
with opportunities for growth and development. In order to obtain more meaningful results, consciousness
education related to social service should be done in advance.