1/28/25 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.
Seattle Housing Authority Hosting Youth Job Fair Feb 19
The Seattle Housing Authority will be hosting a free Job Fair for youth 13-24 at the New Holly Gathering Hall (7054 32nd Ave S) on February 19 from 1-4pm. You do not have to be an SHA New Holly resident to attend. The fair is open to all Seattle youth.
Companies/organizations in attendance include: Seattle Parks and Recreation (Rec in the Streets), Seattle Youth Employment Program (SYEP), Arena Sports, Boys and Girls Club, Team Read, McDonald’s, YMCA, US Army, UW Botanical Gardens, Teens in Public Service, and King County Natural Resources and Parks.
Participants will have the opportunity to apply and interview on the spot. Questions? Email phu-tai.nguyen@seattlehousing.org
JUMA Now Hiring for In-Demand Summer Stadium Jobs, Applications Due Friday!!
The job you want. The future you create.
Are you between 16-24 and low-income? Apply with JUMA for the opportunity to work at T-Mobile Park, Climate Pledge Arena, Lumen Field, and Husky Stadium as a barista, food preparer, concessions vendor, cashier, and more!
Earn: $20.76/hour for work AND earn up to $300 in stipends and bonuses for attending workshops!
Learn: Get paid to learn personal and professional development, interview skills, career planning, and money management.
Connect: with local education and employment opportunities with JUMA’s help
Important dates:
- JUMA Interest Forms Due: Friday, January 31st
- Interviews: February 10th – 12th
- Summer (final) Cohort: hiring late May
Connect with Outreach Specialist Jessica Ortiz Garcia at jegarcia@kingcounty.gov for more information. Jessica will hold a special day just for Franklin Students on January 27 to answer all of your questions and help you complete the form.
Rainier Beach Youth Stewards Now Hiring for Spring and Summer
The Rainier Beach Youth Stewards program is currently accepting applications or the 2025 spring, summer, and fall seasons! RBYS is a youth employment program of Tilth Alliance for youth, ages 14-18, to gain job experience through wetland restoration, farm education, and community engagement.
Participants will work at the Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands and support with field maintenance, food distribution, and wetland restoration. Youth will participate in workshops that explore food access, civic engagement, and responsible land stewardship while building relationships with peers, adult staff, and volunteers. See their seasonal schedule below.
SPRING March 11 – May 15. 6 hrs/week for 10 weeks. Every Tuesday and Thursday: 4:30pm – 6:30pm and Wednesday: 3:15pm – 5:15pm
Applications due Feb 2
SUMMER June 24 – August 29. 15 hrs/week for 10 weeks Every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 10:00am – 3:00pm
Applications due May 18
FALL September 16 – November 22. 6 hrs/week for 10 weeks. Every Wednesday: 3:15pm – 5:15pm and Saturday: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Applications due August 17
Qualifications: To be considered, applicants must be 14-18 years old and must submit a complete application. Applicants are encouraged to apply for multiple seasons
Pay: Youth will be paid $20.76/hr and will receive checks bi-weekly.
Location: Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands, 5513 S Cloverdale Street, Seattle, WA 98118
Please fill out applications here: Rainier Beach Youth Stewards Application and email Nancy Barajas Caballero at nancycaballero@tilthalliance.org with any questions.
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 or Summer now (or both!).
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
(See Training Program section further down the page for summer STEM training programs that offer stipends for participation)
Boeing Manufacturing Internships Open, Applications due Feb 5
Boeing is now accepting applications for their 2025 High School Manufacturing Student Development Program! Applications will be accepted through February 5, 2025.
The manufacturing Student Development Program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive experience, including hands-on training, job site exposure, and career planning support.
For a recap of last summer’s programs, check out the videos linked below:
- 2024 Core Plus Aerospace High School Manufacturing SDP video
- 2024 Community/Technical College Manufacturing SDP video
Students can apply at: https://boeing.avature.net/wamfgsdp
Have questions? Email MfgStudentDev@boeing.com
Powerful Voices Offering 14-Week Community Building Paid Internship
Powerful Voices is now accepting applications for Activistas – a 14-week paid internship program for BIPOC girls and gender expansive youth ages 14-19 to engage in self-exploration, dialogue, community building and project development rooted in healing justice, intersectionality and collective liberation. Every participant will be paired with an Adult Ally to support them through their social justice projects. The program runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30-7PM between February 25-May 29 at their office in Capitol Hill. Participants will earn a $1,600 stipend!
Apply by February 5th at Powerful Voices website.
KEXP Now Recruiting for Summer Media Arts Internships
KEXP’s internships provide opportunities for emerging leaders from historically under-invited and under-served communities to get hands-on experience in a variety of fields. This year, KEXP is offering positions in Audio Production, Design & Marketing, Latin American Content, and Library & Archives. If you have an interest in music production or journalism, this is a MUST DO internship opportunity to prepare for your future.
- Pay rate: $22 per hour
- Term: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 – Friday, November 21, 2025
- Hours: 450 total, averaging 15 hours per week
- Location: KEXP’s headquarters at 472 1st Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98109
Applications are open through Friday, February 7th at 7:00 PM PT.
Ready to Apply? Review the job descriptions and applications. Want to know more first? Visit the KEXP Internships page or email internships@kexp.org before February 3.
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
Teaching Tomorrow provides high school students with hands-on experience in early learning classrooms within Seattle Preschool Programs. The opportunity is a paid internship, and the program provides mentorship by UW staff and faculty, allowing interns to build career skills and gain professional experience in the field of education. Academic advising is also provided to all interns to guide students toward equitable pathways, including Seattle Promise and UW’s transfer pathways including a 4-year Early Learning Equity scholarship for first generation and BIPOC students!
Teaching Tomorrow is seeking 15 students who will intern after school hours and during this summer at the Denise Louie Education Center in Beacon Hill. Students earn $20/hour and can work up to 275 hours during this 8-month internship! Sophomores, juniors, or seniors who identify as Black, Indigenous, or other marginalized groups, including undocumented students, are highly encouraged to apply in an effort to advance racial equity and diversity the ECE workforce.
Visit their Teaching Tomorrow website for more information and click the button below when you are ready to apply.
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 Prep, Fairs, and Info Sessions
Upward Bound Now Recruiting Students for College Prep Program
Applications for Upward Bound, a federally funded program that prepares first generation and/or low-income students to enter and complete college, are now open! The application will be open through February 28, 2025.
What they offer:
- Six-week Summer Academy
- Classes taught by college faculty and staff
- Daily lunch stipends
- High school credit
- Academic Tutoring & Support
- College & Career Exploration
- College Entrance Exam Preparation
- Assistance in applying for financial aid and scholarships
- Financial Literacy Workshops
- Intensive Support for College Applications
- Educational Field Trips
- College campus visits, cultural, and career related
- Leadership and Community Service Opportunities
Eligibility:
- 9th or 10th grader
- Low income and/or first generation
- Attend Chief Sealth, Cleveland, Franklin or Kent-Meridian High Schools
Renton Technical College Presenting LEVEL UP Night (Free Dinner)
It’s time to Level Up with Renton Technical College! RTC is excited to invite students and their families to Level Up Family Night, happening on 02/06/2025 at 5:30pm-7:30pm, where they’ll learn about a wide range of opportunities tailored to high school students. Free Dinner will be served.
This event will cover multiple topics to help students at any stage of their educational journey, including:
- Running Start
- CTE Dual Credit
- High School 21+
- GED
- Post-Secondary Options
- Paying for College
- And more!
RSVP Now and email Hector Perez, High School Programs Outreach and Recruitment Manager, at hperez@rtc.edu with any questions
Opportunities from previous newsletters still 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.
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
$16,000 scholarship available just for South Seattle students, Deadline this Friday!!
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.
Rare College Scholarship for High School Juniors!
If you have plans to attend college in the U.S. in the fall of 2026, demonstrate financial need, are involved in school and community activities, and display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, The Horatio Alger Scholarship is for you! Award amounts range from $10,000 to $25,000 and there are more than 600 available. This is a great opportunity if you are eligible.
Scholarship information and application information. Application Deadline: March 1, 2025
Opportunities from previous newsletters still available
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.
- 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!
Seattle Promise (2 years Free Tuition) Application Deadline FAST Approaching!
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
UW STEMsub now accepting applications for next cohort beginning this Summer
The mission of UW STEMsub (Math Science Upward Bound) is to help low income and potential first-generation college students succeed in high school, get accepted to college and STEM majors, and graduate with a STEM degree.
Summer Academy includes: six weeks of STEM classes at UW taught by professors (one semester of high school credit per class), research opportunities, field trips, and a lunch stipend.
Academic Year support includes: weekly academic advising and tutoring, Saturday college/career prep workshops, graduation assistance, SAT/ACT prep, help with college application essays, service learning hours, and a paid stipend for your full participation.
Eligibility:
- 10th or 11th grader
- Motivated to go to college and are interested in pursuing a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) or the Medical/Health Care field;
- Are the first generation in your family to earn a 4-year college degree and/or come from a low-income family. Most students who qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch are eligible
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident not already participating in another Upward Bound or TRIO Talent Search Program.
For Questions or Help on your STEMsub Application, visit their website or email uwmsub@uw.edu.
Early Admission deadline: March 1. Final Deadline: March 29th.
Seattle Children’s Research Institute Now Accepting Applications for Summer (10th graders only)
Seattle Children’s Research Institute is committed to inspiring the next generation of scientists, physicians and healthcare workers. The Science Education Department offers high school students the opportunity to learn more about biology laboratory research. The Research Training Program (RTP) is an in-person program with a competitive application process.
There is no cost to participate. $2000-$2500 Summer stipends are available to offset costs for transportation and meals. This program is for students from backgrounds that are historically underrepresented in the biomedical and health sciences.
Starting this year, the Research Training Program (RTP) is expanding into a two-year, in-person program with scaffolded experiences to introduce high school students currently in grade 10 to laboratory research.
Learn more about the program, and submit your application by Sunday, March 9 to qualify. Students will need a Recommendation Letter from a teacher, advisor, or employer to complete their application.
Applications Now Open for Girls Who Code Summer Programs
The Girls Who Code 2025 Summer Programs Application is open!
GHC Summer Programs help high school girls and nonbinary students build coding skills, explore career pathways in tech, and connect with a supportive community–no program fees or prior coding experience required!
Students can choose their own adventure with two exciting program options:
Summer Immersion Program (SIP): Spend two weeks designing computer games in live virtual classrooms while making friends, getting practical college and career advice from industry leaders, and exploring a future career in tech. Eligible students can apply for a $300 SIP Student Grant plus laptop and hotspot access!
Pathways: This flexible, six-week program lets students learn at their own pace with step-by-step video tutorials. Participants explore hot topics in tech like artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, and web development, with opportunities to apply new skills to real-world projects and get career insights from tech industry pros
2025 Program Dates
- SIP Round 1: July 7-July 18
- SIP Round 2: July 28-August 8
- Pathways: June 30-August 8
Ready to apply? Submit the Summer Programs Application to start your adventure!
- Apply by February 26th for priority consideration!
- The application closes on April 11th.
Questions? Learn more at one of their upcoming webinars, or email summer@girlswhocode.com.
Opportunities from previous newsletters still available
Are you a Filipinx High School student looking for guidance in navigating college prep?
Project F.A.M.I.L.Y. (Filipino Americans Mentoring and Instilling Leadership in Youth), a subcommittee within the Filipino American Student Association at UW Seattle, are a group of college students who hope to engage with high school students in a mentorship program focusing on the interest, representation, and retention of Filipino American students at the University of Washington and other colleges.
Mentorship Program: This program gives high school students access to virtual workshop-style lessons on a variety of topics including College Readiness, Career Exploration, and Filipino History and Culture. Each mentee is connected with a College Mentor they can consult for advice, gain resources from, or simply chat with! Being a mentee unlocks unique opportunities such as networking, connecting with the Filipino community in Seattle, and developing leadership skills. Students can apply to be a mentee through Apply to be a Project F.A.M.I.L.Y. (Filipino Americans Mentoring and Instilling Leadership in Youth ) mentee.
Check out @projectfamilyuw on Instagram for more updates on future opportunities. Contact Project FAMILY Director, Ally Espinosa at allyespi@uw.edu for more information.
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.
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
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.
Service-Learning Opportunities
Bus Underground Service Project for Civic-Engaged Youth
Washington Bus Education Fund – the largest youth-led organization dedicated to empowering BIPOC and working-class young Washingtonians – offers year-round internships and organizing opportunities to produce the next generation of civic and political leaders in our state.
Bus Underground marks the next evolution of their high school programming. It combines elements of their previous Vote Leads program and Political Education series into a dynamic, open organizing space for young people. This new initiative provides a collaborative environment where youth can explore their passions, build skills, and create change in their communities, all while earning service hours towards their high school graduation. Meals included!
Visit busunderground.org if you are interested in signing up, or email E. Bailey Medilo, Communications Organizer, at Bailey@WashingtonBus.org
Rainier Valley Food Bank Seeking Volunteers for Upcoming Book Fair
The Rainier Valley Food Bank is currently looking for volunteers for their third annual Book Fair (in coordination with Seattle Public Library) on Saturday, March 22 from 10am-1pm. If you are interested in volunteering to earn some service hours, please contact Hannah Wertzberger, Youth Community Coordinator, at hannah.wertzberger@rvfb.org to sign up for this opportunity.
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.
Opportunities from previous newsletters still available
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, 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.
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.
