4/18/24 Career Connections Newsletter
Franklin High School Career Connections
Every other Thursday, 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.
If you do not have time to look through the whole newsletter, use the following directory to navigate to the section you are most interested in viewing:
Featured Jobs and Internships
Last-Minute Opportunity to Apply for PAID King County Internship
We just learned of an internship available to high school students that has a very quick deadline of Saturday, April 21.
Love parks and being outdoors? Apply for the Summer 2024 King County Parks Youth Conservation Corps. Have fun outside while learning about parks and environmental jobs and earning money! Positions are open to youth living in King County and entering grades 10-12. Program participants must be at least 15 years old by the start of the program. No resume or cover letter needed!
July 8 – August 15 Mon – Thurs; $19.17 per hour, 22 hours per week.
Meet at Bethaday Community Learning Center, 605 SW 108th St, Seattle, WA
Apply by Saturday, April 21 at kcpyouthcorps.org
UW Botanical Gardens still seeking outdoor summer interns
Are you interested in exploring careers in environmental fields? We are looking for curious, creative, and enthusiastic teens with a commitment to community and equity to join our Summer 2024 intern cohort! No previous experience in environmental issues required.
This internship program integrates multiple disciplines and ways of knowing to support a diverse community of interns in finding a career path that is right for them.
- Who: Teens aged 16-18
- When: July 8 – August 2, 2024, Monday through Friday, 9AM-3PM (with slight variation)
- Where: Washington Park Arboretum and locations around the greater Seattle area
- Compensation: $1750 stipend for completion of the four week program
- Questions: Contact uwbgeduc@uw.edu
Learn More and Apply: UW Botanic Garden
Explore Tech Careers with Amazon Career Quest
The 2024 Amazon Career Quest program is now accepting applications! This summer, class will take place from July 15-26 at Franklin High School (subject to change). The deadline to submit your application is April 26. Apply today!
The Amazon Career Quest (formerly Career Launch) is an immersive 2-week summer program aimed at inspiring SPS high school students to pursue technology careers of the future, prioritizing students furthest from educational justice. 70 students will be accepted into this program.
Students earn 0.5 CTE credit and a stipend. A $500 stipend, meals, and swag provided by Amazon! Apply to Summer 2024 Amazon Career Quest
District Offering its own Career Quest Internship Program
Looking to earn CTE credit and work this summer? Consider signing up for Career Quest! Through Career Quest, the district CTE department matches students with industry partners for 90-hour internships at $19.97 per hour. Coupled with a weekly class cultivating job readiness skills at Franklin High School, this is a great opportunity for students who want to take their first steps exploring a career!
Learn more and apply on the Career Quest page. Application Deadline: April 26, 2024
Miners Landing at the Port now hiring for fun summer jobs
Looking for a unique job where you get to be around games and activities all summer? Join the Pier 57 team and embark on an exciting career in a fun-filled and unique waterfront environment! Explore their diverse Miners Landing job listings and find your perfect fit in our unique and dynamic environment. They are currently looking to fill positions in their Alaskan Sourdough Bakery, Pier 57 games and activities center, and Pirate’s Plunder retail store. Find out more about Miner’s Landing by visiting the Miners Landing website. The application is very easy to complete.
Swedish Club now hiring events and facilities staff
The Swedish Club Cultural Center is currently hiring for seasonal staff. The Swedish Club is a meeting spot for Scandinavians in Seattle, Washington. It hosts a number of events for members and non-members at their Queen Anne location.
The primary responsibility of the Events & Facilities Staff is to prepare and maintain the Swedish Club building & grounds, to ensure events run smoothly and comply with established guidelines, rules, and regulations. Staff will communicate effectively with the team to ensure smooth delivery of services. They will coordinate with the kitchen, facilities staff, and Executive Director on things requiring attention.
The pay is $19.97 to $23/hr depending on experience. Free parking and free meals on Friday provided. Send your resume and cover letter to elizabeth@swedishclubnw.org by May 31st.
Rainier Beach Urban Wetlands Now Hiring for Conversation Jobs
The Rainier Beach Youth Stewards program is currently hiring for the summer! RBYS is a youth employment program of Tilth Alliance for youth, ages 14-18, to gain job experience through wetland restoration and farm education.
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. Additionally, there will be opportunities for professional development through team building and job skills training.
Summer Program: June 18 – August 30. 15 hrs/week for 10 weeks Every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 10:00am – 3:00pm. Applications due May 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
Location: Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands is located at 5513 S Cloverdale Street, Seattle, WA 98118
Pay: Youth will be paid $19.97/hr and will receive checks bi-weekly.
Please fill out applications at Rainier Beach Youth Stewards – Tilth Alliance. If you have questions, email nancycaballero@tilthalliance.org
Looking for a part-time job?
Check out this custom Indeed.com search query to find local companies hiring teens
We have created an Indeed search query that limits jobs to a 5 mile distance from Franklin High School and is available for or catered to teens in high school.
See local jobs that you qualify for, and apply today. Jobs currently available include: ride-along UPS driver helper, grocery shopper, holiday/seasonal retail associate, movie theater team member, cashier, and after-school kids program assistant.
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.
Scholarships and College Information
Scholarship Bulletin: The Counseling Team has been working hard to create a Scholarship Bulletin of all scholarships currently open and available to Franklin students. Click the link above to start there for the most comprehensive list ordered by deadline.
Attend the Spring NACAC Virtual College Fair to find your College Match!
Registration is open for the Spring NACAC Virtual College Fairs. Students are invited to attend the Virtual College Fair on Sunday, April 21 from 1:00pm – 6:00pm ET. The virtual fair is a great opportunity to connect with hundreds of colleges and universities – all from the comfort of your own home. Register now to attend NACAC College Fair.
Fairs feature College MatchMaking®. At the time of registration, students will select the attributes that are most important to them in a college. They will receive an email that best matches them to specific colleges and universities based on the criteria they provided. These virtual fairs are complimentary to attend. Check out the Participating College & University List, and if you have any questions, please contact collegefairs@nacacnet.org.
Training and Mentorship Programs
UW Business School providing programs for young women and youth of color to prepare for business careers
UW Foster Business School invites student to engage in transformative learning through their Young Executives of Color Program (YEOC) and Young Women’s Leadership Summit (YWLS).
Offering workshops, seminars, and hands-on activities led by experienced undergraduate mentors, these programs are designed for sophomores, juniors, and seniors to learn the necessary tools to understand and navigate the complexities of diversity, equity, and inclusion in both educational and professional settings. Participants will gain critical skills in leadership, empathy, and social responsibility in the business world as they prepare for their future careers.
Find out more information and apply at the links provided above. Application Deadline is May 31.
Join Young Women Empowered for 13th Annual Career Day
Young Women Empowered Career Day is Young Women Empowered’s annual opportunity for youth to dream into their futures! Participants will meet and connect with incredible women and gender expansive professionals across various career fields who will share their stories, help youth build skills, gain access to resources and create their goals.
- When: Saturday, April 27, 10:30am-3:30pm
- Where: Best Buy Technology Development Center (1000 Denny Way 8th Floor, Seattle, WA 98109)
- Sign up to reserve your spot at the Young Women Empowered event to reserve your spot!
- This event centers BIPOC young women, trans, and non-binary youth ages 13-19, but is open to everyone
- Free to attend with lunch available
- Questions? Contact Y-WE’s Events Coordinator: alecz@y-we.org
Sign up to Participate in Seattle Children’s Hospital Summer Nurse Camp
Who: junior or senior year of high school in the fall of 2024 and be at least 16 years old by the start of camp (July 15, 2024)
What: FREE five-day camp, where students will gain insight into the world of pediatric nursing by participating in clinical observation sessions. In these sessions, students will shadow nurses in a clinical environment and observe as they provide patient care and interact with patients and families. (Students will not provide patient care).
When: Monday, July 15-19 at Seattle Children’s Hospital main campus
More Info & Application for the Children’s Hospital Summer Nurse Camp
Are you a future Engineer? Sign up for the UW K-12 Engineering Academy
Who: Must be a high school sophomore (10th grade) or junior (11th grade) during the current academic year
What: Engineering Academy is a free, one-week summer program that prepares Washington state students for a bright future in engineering! We welcome and encourage students from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
When: Monday, July 22 through Friday, July 26.
Deadline: Rolling Admission
Info & Application UW K-12 Engineering Academy
Aeronautical Pathways Program Seeking Applicants for Fall 2024
The Aeronautical Science Pathways program, hosted at The Museum of Flight is a free, skills center program for high school juniors and seniors. The program introduces students to the following career pathways: professional pilot, unmanned aerial systems (drones), air traffic control, airline dispatch, and airline and airport management.
- Juniors receive 3.0 CTE credits with equivalencies (1.0 lab science and .5 English Language Arts); Seniors receive 3.0 CTE credits
- Both Juniors and Seniors are eligible for 30 college credits (each year); dual credits awarded by Green River College
- Both Juniors and Seniors are eligible for The Museum of Flight flight-training and post-secondary scholarships (annual awards upwards of $250,000)
The Museum of Flight hosts Museum of Flight monthly information sessions. Students can register online via this Museum of Flight monthly information sessions student Inquiry Form.
Service Learning and Community Programs
Two Upcoming Events Need Volunteers for Service Hours:
NW Children’s Foundation Seeking Volunteers for Gala Event, 7 service-learning hours
The NW Children’s Foundation is seeking high school volunteers to help us with their annual NW Children’s Foundation Gala + Auction. The Gala – Shine! so that every child has the chance to shine – will take place on May 11, 2024 at Fremont Studios. This year they are expecting over 500 guests, and are planning another fun, uplifting, and hopefully record-breaking event; so the need for volunteers is even greater than before.
Schedule Basics (3:30 -10:30 pm):
- 3:30 PM – Volunteer Orientation/Training/Set -Up (we will feed you at the event)
- 5:30-7:00 PM – Doors Open, Silent Auction & Wine Reception: Volunteer opportunities include registration, coat check, wine-tasting and bar-sales support, raffle ticket sellers, and silent-auction attendants and closers.
- 7:00-9:30 PM – Dinner and Live Auction: During this time, volunteer roles include live auction runners, spotters and recorders; data entry and reconciliation; and packaging of items.
- 9:30-10:30 PM – Check-Out/Clean-Up: Volunteers tasks include packaging guest purchases, assisting at check-out, and cleaning up/organizing NWCF’s supplies and other materials after the event ends.
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old, responsible, and excited about working hard to
support a great cause. If you are interested, please complete the sign-up to volunteer at Northwest Folklife, and you will be contacted by the organization for further instructions.
Northwest Folklife Seeks Volunteers for 4-day festival event, several service hours available.
Northwest Folklife Festival is currently seeking students to volunteer at the upcoming Northwest Folklife Festival from May 24th-May 27th, 2024. The Northwest Folklife Festival is an iconic celebration of cultural diversity and artistic expression, bringing together individuals from all walks of life to share their traditions, music, dance, and stories.
They seek enthusiastic and committed students who are passionate about celebrating diversity and promoting cultural understanding to join us as volunteers for this year’s festival.
As a volunteer with the Northwest Folklife Festival, students may have the opportunity to assist with a variety of tasks, including:
- Greeting and assisting festival attendees
- Providing information about festival activities, performances, and cultural exhibits
- Assisting with stage management and performance coordination
- Supporting vendors and exhibitors
- Helping with setup, cleanup, and logistics
Interested students should complete the volunteer at Northwest Folklife Festival application ASAP. You can also contact volunteers@nwfolklife.org for more information. Northwest Folklife welcomes students of all backgrounds, abilities, and interests to join them in creating a vibrant and inclusive festival experience for all.
Interim CDA Seeking Spring WILD Program Participants
Interim CDA is currently recruiting for their Spring Wilderness Inner-City Leadership Development (WILD) Service-Learning Program.
Through an experiential education model, WILD fosters confident, informed, compassionate, civically-engaged refugee and immigrant youth leaders. Annually, WILD primarily serves low-income Asian and Pacific Islanders ages 14-19, through their year-round environmental justice leadership development program.
WILD Youth critically deconstruct the way systemic racism leads to communities of color bearing the brunt of environmental injustice and climate change. WILD grounds youth in their community through strengthening ties with elders. They believe intergenerational learning deepens youths’ commitment to service and leads to a deeper cultural connection and understanding.
Learn more information about Interim CDA WILD Leadership Development Program. Contact WILD Program Manager Sky Kili at skili@interimcda.org if you have any further questions.