12/17/24 Career Connections
Franklin High School Career Connections
Every other Tuesday, Franklin’s Career-Connected Learning Coordinator Mr. Ruiz will post upcoming college and career related events, important application deadlines, career training program opportunities, jobs, internships, service learning options, and other career-connected topics of interest to students and their families. Email dpruiz@seattleschools.org if you have anything you want placed in the newsletter.
Make an appointment with Mr. Ruiz if you have any questions about these opportunities or need assistance applying.
Part-Time Jobs
Local Hot Jobs List
The following jobs are nearby to Franklin, are part-time, and their managers are willing to hire students under 18 who have not yet graduated from high school. You can also check out the Jobs page on the Career-Connected Learning website with a list of job search engines and local companies that regularly hire high school students.
Pedalheads Seeking Camp Counselors for Spring Break and Summer Programs
Pedalheads, a learn-to-ride bicycle day camp for ages 2-12, is currently hiring Camp Counselors to help run their 2025 spring break and summer programs. Their camp counselor positions are wonderful entry level jobs for youth to gain skills in relationship-building, teaching and leadership; and hours are also available as service-learning (you can do 40 hours of service-learning over Spring Break and then get paid throughout the Summer).
For more information about their programs, check out the Pedalheads website and then apply for Spring Break now. The applications for Summer will open shortly, but preference will be given to those who apply for Spring.
Looking for a local part-time job not listed above?
If the hot jobs above do not interest you, check out our custom Indeed.com search query to find local companies hiring teens.
To help you filter out the 100s of jobs on Indeed that do not hire teens, we have created a search query that limits part-time jobs open within a 5 mile distance from Franklin High School, and these jobs are available for or catered to teens in high school and work with school schedules. Click the link above to get a filtered list and start applying now.
When you find a job on Indeed you like, you will need to create an Indeed account and then build an Ideed profile (including submitting a resume) before you can apply for jobs. After you build this profile, you only need to click the Apply button on a job listing, and it will instantly send your profile and resume to the employer for a very easy application process.
Paid Internships
Teens in Public Service Seeking Interns interested in Leadership and Service
The 2025 application for Teens in Public Service (TIPS) is now open! TIPS provides paid summer internships at nonprofit organizations for high school students passionate about leadership and service. Internship placements range from museums to nature preserves, food banks, summer camps, and more!
TIPS interns gain…
- A summer’s worth of impactful work experience
- Exposure to the “behind the scenes” of nonprofit orgs carrying out community-centered work
- Mentorship, networking opportunity, and support from TIPS and their nonprofit supervisors / coworkers
- A paycheck – interns will be paid Seattle minimum wage, which will be $20.76 in 2025
Read 2024 interns’ summer reflections, and then email apply@teensinpublicservice.org with any questions. The deadline to apply is Monday, March 3rd, 2025.
Opportunities from previous newsletters still available
The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle and Port of Seattle are now recruiting for Summer and Fall 2025 cohorts for a paid internship opportunity in the maritime industry, a sector in the Pacific Northwest with tremendous growth and living-wage career opportunities. This program is specifically designed to support graduating seniors interested in alternatives to traditional college, who are drawn to hands-on technical work, and interested in environmental/marine industries.
Key Benefits:
- Starting wage of $21.09/hour
- Bi-weekly stipend
- $1,000 in wrap-around services (in addition to pay)
- Direct pathway to permanent employment
- 1-week training + 3-month paid internship
Program Eligibility:
- Ages 18-24
- Ability to legally work in the US
- Able to pass drug test
- Can obtain State ID
See the Youth Maritime Career Launch website for more information and click the button below to begin your application.
From first job to dream job, YouthForce places teens in paid internships, coupled with college and career readiness training. Paired with the teamwork, leadership, and life skills youth need to realize their full potential, YouthForce participants are prepared to reach their professional goals for a successful future.
Students will develop job skills through internships at Mariners, Kraken, and Seahawks games. YouthForce’s partnerships with First and Goal Inc., Sodexo Live!, and Delaware North offer meaningful entry-level work experiences where students are supported by adult mentors, peer and professional networks, and on-the-job training.
Reach out to Program Manager Amari Lowery at alowery@positiveplace.org for more information or click the link below. When ready to apply, click on the Apply Now button below.
YouthForce is also offering two specialized internship opportunities in the gaming and construction industries with the support of the Port of Seattle
SIXR – Architectural visualization program creating digital twins on Unreal Engine
- Earn up to $2,808
- 234 hours of training
- Monthly stipend pay
- Learn the in and outs of Unreal Engine
Craft Contracting – Construction manufacturing program: carpentry basics and project management skills
- Earn up to $3,600
- 300 hours of training
- Monthly stipend pay
- Earn industry standard certifications
For more information about these specialized internships, contact Najae Townsend at ttownsend@positiveplace.org or 206-518-1348
Get real-life experience and the skills to qualify for solar jobs (installation technician, electrician, design consultant, solar associate)
- Begins around February 2025 – exact schedule to be determined
- 200 hours of paid training
- Includes job readiness (resume, interview skills, job search help)
- Hybrid format – online and in-person instruction in Seattle
- Compensation: $19.97/hour
Qualifications
- Age 18+ (by June 2025)
- GED or high school degree by June 2025
- Dependable and on time
- Has transportation
- Hard working
- Interest in construction and/or solar Field pathway requirements
If interested in doing solar panel installation work, you also need the following:
- Driver’s license
- Ability to lift 60 pounds
- Comfort with heights
- Able to work outside
- Enjoy working with your hands
Questions or would like to apply? Call 206-362-3780 or email info@spheresolarenergy.com
Stay updated on all things internships on the District’s Regional Internships website
Seattle Public Schools’ Career and Technical Education (CTE) department maintains an Career Quest SPS Active directory of internships and other career-focused training programs that is updated throughout the year. The programs currently seeking students – and have open applications – are listed at the top. Programs that may not be accepting students now – but will in the future – are listed by CTE pathway below.
This is always the best place to start when looking for opportunities, but if you do not find something you like there, make an appointment with Mr. Ruiz to explore additional opportunities.
Worksite Learning (HS credit for work)
Students who are currently employed can earn high school credit (CTE or other elective credit) for completed working hours! Every 180 hours worked is equivalent to .5 high school elective credits plus an A to boost your GPA for college admissions.
Please reach out to Mr. Ruiz for more information and to pick up some important forms. Email dpruiz@seattleschools.org or stop by Room 205a during lunch or nutrition break to chat.
Eligibility for students seeking elective credit for their paid work experience:
- Student must be 16 years of age or older, be legally employed, and have taken a CTE course.
- Complete Bi-Weekly check-in forms documenting your hours.
- Complete a final evaluation form detailing how their specific work experience aligns with their educational goals, imparts work and financial understanding, and the ways this work experience impacts future career and educational opportunities.
College Fairs, Visits, and Info Sessions
Seattle Pacific University hosting event for Underrepresented Juniors and Seniors on January 10
Seattle Pacific University will be hosting their S.P.A.C.E. (Seattle Pacific’s Access to the College Experience) event on Friday, January 10th, 2024, at their Queen Anna campus. SPU is a highly diverse and welcoming community, with the majority of students identifying as BIPOC (54% overall and 72% of the Fall 2024 class) and 45% as first-generation college students.
This free event is specifically designed for underrepresented, BIPOC, and first-generation prospective college students interested in pursuing higher education.
The S.P.A.C.E. event will provide juniors and seniors with:
- Valuable resources
- Insights into college life
- Opportunities to connect with current SPU students and faculty
This is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore the possibilities that lie ahead as they consider their college journey.
If interested, check out their invitation and register for the event.
Attend the Black College Expo on January 18, and write an essay by January 6 for Scholarship money
The National College Resource Foundation is once again hosting the Seattle Black College Expo Saturday January 18, 2025 at Rainier Beach High School from 10am to 3pn. Juniors and Seniors planning to attend the Expo also have the opportunity to win scholarship money by writing and submitting an essay by January 6, 2025 at 11pm.
The Expo will feature over 50 colleges offering on-the-spot college admissions, so make sure you bring copies of your transcript. All application fees will be waived if you apply with them that day. The Expo will also feature surprise celebrity guests, prizes, and free food. Register for the Seattle Black College Expo to attend.
If you are interested in winning up to $2500 in scholarship money, write an essay of 500 words or less on the topic “Why is a college education important to me” and submit it through the online application by January 6 at 11pm.
WSU Sponsoring Paid Weekend Conference for BIPOC Students in February, register now while space available
Washington State University will present its Visionaries Inspiring Black Empowered Students (V.I.B.E.S) Conference February 7-9, 2025 at the Pullman campus.
VIBES aims to motivate and encourage high school students to seek higher education opportunities. Sponsored by the Black Student Union of Washington State University, the conference helps students see the value of ongoing learning and the need to always reach higher and dream bigger with the endless opportunities that await them with a solid educational foundation.
Students will get an opportunity to visit WSU Pullman and understand life as a WSU Coug firsthand through a series of workshops and activities on topics like financial aid, tackling student loans, applications, deciding the right major and more.
Learn more at the VIBES Website and email si.vibes@wsu.edu with any questions. Click the button below to register ASAP while there is still space available.
Opportunities from previous newsletters still available
The BE Project Promotes Black Excellence through tours of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) and workshops to help students prepare.
Tours:
The BE Project provides professional, organized, and memorable trips at an affordable price. Tour chaperones are experienced and dedicated to providing students a college preparatory experience.
There are still spots available on the East Coast tour, which will visit the following institutions In Virginia: Hampton University, Virginia State University, Norfolk State University and Virginia Union University, and in Washington D.C,: Howard University, The University of District of Columbia and Bowie State University.
The Southeast tour is currently full, and the program is pushing interested students to the East Coast tour; however they are compiling a “wait list” for student interested in just the Southeast tour. Email info@thebeprojects.com to be put on the waitlist.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship Deadline Extended to January 9
The Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship is now open until January 9! So much more than a scholarship, every year the Amazon Future Engineer program awards 400 students up to $40,000 each toward college expenses, paired with opportunities to intern at Amazon. This scholarship program is open to current high school seniors planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or other computer science related field of study and are planning to attend an accredited 4-year college or university in the United States (or an accredited 2-year college, with the intent to transfer to a 4-year institution).
Women’s University Club Offering $10,000 Scholarship, Deadline February 10
Each year, the Women’s University Club of Seattle Foundation awards $10,000 scholarships to young women of character, scholarship, and community service performed independent of their school requirements. The funds are distributed over four years and may be used for tuition, mandatory fees, books, and supplies. Successful applicants will reflect the Foundation’s values of innovative leadership, civic involvement and personal growth.
To qualify, students must submit a fillable pdf application along with their high school transcript and a recommendation letter. Learn more about their application requirements and then download an application.
Deadline: February 10.
HBCU-Bound Seniors Can Apply Now for a $40,000 STEM Scholarship
- Are you a high school senior looking to make the world or your community a better place?
- Do you plan to attend an HBCU next year?
- Do you have an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math?
If you answered yes, FOSSI may be for you. FOSSI, Future of STEM Scholars Initiative, funds 4-year scholarships of $10,000 per year for students majoring in STEM related fields at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Additionally, FOSSI connects students to leadership development, mentoring and internship opportunities at participating companies.
Learn where a FOSSI scholarship can take you and apply by January 31 to fund your HBCU future!
$16,000 scholarship available just for South Seattle students, apply by January 31
Applications are open for a $16,000 local scholarship that is targeted specifically towards students at Franklin. The Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship (a sponsored activity of the Mount Baker Community Club) grants $4K per year and is renewable for 4 years of college ($16K total) – with options for 2-year programs (or 2-year to 4-year transfer pathways) as well.
The goal of this scholarship is to help deserving students achieve the dream of a higher education. The scholarship seeks out students who show financial need and academic promise, have overcome obstacles, and who contribute to their community. The scholarship is limited to students from ethnic or racial groups that are underrepresented in higher education. Make sure if you are eligible for South Seattle Students Scholarship before you apply.
The Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship is administered by College Success Foundation. More information can be found on College Success Foundation website. Application Deadline: January 31, 2025.
Seattle Promise (2 years Free Tuition) Application Now Open!
Seattle Promise is a college tuition and success program launched by Seattle Colleges, Seattle Public Schools, and the City of Seattle. It offers free tuition at any of the Seattle Colleges: North Seattle College, Seattle Central College or South Seattle College for up to two years, 90 college credits or a student’s first degree, whichever comes first.
All graduating seniors attending Seattle public high schools are eligible for the Seattle Promise program regardless of grade point average (GPA), income, ability, or country of birth. But you MUST APPLY to claim your free tuition. The application deadline is February 14.
Even if you are expecting to attend a 4-year university after high school, sometimes plans change, and you do not want to miss out on free tuition for 2 years. You cannot apply to Seattle Promise after February 16, so do it now even if it is a backup plan. Find out more information about the Seattle Promise and Apply for Seattle Promise NOW!
Make an appointment to meet with Nancy Le, Seattle Promise Outreach Specialist, who can answer your questions and help you complete your application. In-Person Meeting at Franklin / Virtual Zoom Meeting
It’s not too early to start applying for Scholarships!
If you are looking for scholarship opportunities to help you pay for tuition or other living expenses for college, now is the time to start looking through the Scholarship Bulletin to get a head start on applying.
Training and Mentorship Programs
Seattle Theatre Group Recruiting for ELEVATE Black and Brown Voice Showcase
STG is now accepting applications for the 5th Annual ELEVATE: a showcase of black and brown youth voices uplifting one another through the art of spoken words. The program includes Weekly in person writing sessions starting in March, two rehearsals in June, followed by a Final Share performance on June 12, 2025
Benefits:
- Stipend Payment for participation in the program
- Opportunity to strengthen writing skills and onstage presence
- Mentorship from local artists and mentors
- Open Mic’s + Workshops
- Professional performance experience in a renowned venue
- Highlights on STG’s social and newsletter platforms
- Meals provided at rehearsals and performances
- Possible future performance opportunities throughout the season
Participants of ELEVATE must be 14-20 years old and have a background/ interest or looking to grow confidence in poetry (slam poetry), spoken word, MC, monologue/speech writing, public speaking. Learn More and Apply
Register Now for STEP-UP Summer STEM Research Program
The National Institute of Health’s Short-Term Research Experience Program to Unlock Potential (STEP-UP) is a nationally recognized summer research program that connects students with local institutions and mentors to gain firsthand research experience.
STEP-UP supports high school Juniors and Seniors from groups historically excluded from
science to spend a summer in a paid, full-time, 8-week internship at research labs near their
home. During the program, students will create and conduct their own research project, garnering essential experience before they enter college. After the program, students will have the opportunity to present their work at the National Institute of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, MD. All travel expenses will be covered by the program.
Find out what it’s like to be a scientist this summer by applying today! Visit the Visit the STEP-UP website to see eligibility requirements to see eligibility requirements and Apply for the Step-Up Summer STEM Research Program by Feb 15.
A complete application includes:
- Completion of online Application Form & Application
- Essay (600 Words)
- 2 Letters of Recommendation
- Official School Transcript
Additionally, the STEP-UP team is also hosting a virtual open house December 12th to provide more information. If you are interested in attending, please Register for High School STEP-UP Virtual Open House.
Opportunities from previous newsletters still available
The Washington World Fellowship is a global leadership program that seeks to cultivate global leadership and future success in young Washingtonians by providing access to unique academic, travel, and leadership opportunities. The program is open to high school sophomores and is administered at no cost to students and their families. Almost every Washington World Fellow plans to be the first in their family to attend college.
If selected, students will receive a 2.5 year global leadership development and college readiness program, plus an all-expenses paid study abroad experience in Spain. Because the program is administered by Washington State, students also have opportunities to connect with state lawmakers and other leaders in areas of their interest and engage in legislative advocacy in Olympia. This can be a great networking/career-building opportunity for students interested in activism, community advocacy, or public service.
Learn more about Washington World Fellowship Program. The application is open until January 6, 2025.
Evergreen Goodwill offers programs to ensure youth in our community have the
skills and training they need to successfully make the transition to adulthood and careers. Programs include:
Youth at Work – Year-Round Program for youth aged 16-24 interested in careers in healthcare, IT, manufacturing and transportation logistics, trades and aerospace.
Youth Maritime Program – Two-year program providing high school students with a smooth transition through their senior year toward a career in maritime. The program helps build strong soft skills and helps connect students with future career opportunities in the maritime industry.
Program benefits include:
- Educational credentials
- Participate in paid, career-related work experience
- Develop soft skills
- Experience job readiness training
- Explore career pathway options
- Find employment
- Earn money and credits
Learn more about Evergreen Goodwill Youth Programs and make an appointment to sign up with one of the Evergreen Goodwill Youth Program specialists.
The Seattle Police Law Enforcement Exploring program aims to bridge the gap between youth and police by educating and involving them in police operations and to interest them in Law Enforcement.
Besides gaining a working knowledge of police work, the participants have the opportunity to give of themselves to their community.
Who: Explorers is for young men and women 14 to 21 years of age with a grade point average of 2.5 or above
When: must attend 2 – 4 monthly meetings in succession.
Cost: Free
Application: Rolling admission, please reach out to Officer Tre Smith, tre.smith@seattle.gov.
Y-WE is excited to offer unique programming for the upcoming school year, free to attend for young women and gender expansive youth ages 13-19 in the Greater Seattle area. With programs centered on creative practices, nature-based activities, and affinity groups, we have something for everyone! All the currently enrolling programs take place in the evening at the Y-WE office (5623 Rainier Ave S).
Y-WE Create
Weekly on Tuesdays, 4:30-7:30pm
October 22 – June 3
T-Parties (LGBTQ+ Affinity)
Weekly on Fridays, 4:30-7:30pm
Fall Cohort: October 18 – December 13
Y-WE Write
Weekly on Wednesdays, 4:30-7:30pm
October 16 – June 4
Kindred Healing (Black Affinity)
Weekly on Fridays, 4:30-7:30pm
Winter Cohort: January 24 – March 21
Service-Learning Opportunities
Applications Now Open for the UW Botanical Gardens Junior Naturalist Service Program
UW Botanic Gardens Junior Naturalist applications are now open for the summer program. Junior Naturalists are teens volunteering with the Arboretum Summer Camp for a two-week session. The program is looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about working with kids, playing outside, and gaining leadership skills. Students can earn up to 75 service hours, and will receive a letter of recommendation upon successful completion of the program.
Qualified Students are:
- Age 15-18
- Able to commit to a full, 2-week session
- Willing to be outside all day
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and the application will close when space is filled (usually late Spring). Please contact us at uwbgeduc@uw.edu if you have any questions.
Dance Buddy Internship or Volunteer Opportunity with AIM initiative
Be a Dance Buddy to a neurodiverse or disabled student in an adaptive movement camp. Volunteers will dance, move, ad play with students facilitated by a teacher. They will provide unique support to students to make sure that everyone is safe and engaged
Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the week. Typical shifts are:
- Saturdays, 12:45-2:15PM and 2-3:30PM
- Sundays, 2:45-4:15PM / 3:45PM-5:15PM / 4-5:30PM
- Wednesdays, 4:15-5:45PM
Where: All That Dance, 3012 NE Blakeley St, Seattle, WA 98105
Pedalheads offering a 40-hour Service-Learning Project over Spring Break
Pedalheads, a learn-to-ride bicycle day camp for ages 2-12, is currently seeking volunteer Camp Counselors to help run their 2025 spring break program. Their camp counselor volunteer positions are wonderful opportunities to gain skills in relationship-building, teaching and leadership while earning time toward your 60-hour graduation requirement.
For more information about their programs, check out the Pedalheads website and then apply for Spring Break now.
Opportunities from previous newsletters still available
School Connect WA provides after school literacy and math tutoring/programming for BIPOC and McKinney Vento children in Seattle Public Schools. Locally, they partner with the Deaborn Park International School in Beacon Hill to provide reading and math tutoring to 1st-5th graders. This opportunity would be an easy commute for any Franklin students who are interested in volunteering.
Where: Dearborn Park International Elementary School
Seeking a Service Learning Opportunity?
In addition to the programs our newsletter features, you can always check out our Franklin Service Learning website to find a directory of local programs and a website called Just Serve that can help you find service opportunities. The Seattle Credit Union has also created a list of 52 organizations that are often seeking volunteers. The list is categorized, and you can click on the bolded links to find out more.
You can also make an appointment with Mr. Ruiz to talk more about what you might be interested in doing and get help finding the right opportunity.
