4/21/26 Career Connections
Summary: Franklin High School 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 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.
YMCA Summer Camps Seeking Day Camp Counselors
Every day campers participate in fun and engaging YMCA summer day camp programs. Counselors will lead a group of 10-15 youth in various activities throughout the camp, including group games, crafts, STEM projects, cooking projects and more. Spend your summer full of fun with kids all summer long! To learn more about Outdoor Day Camp, visit www.seattleymca.org/outdoorcamp.
When you join their team of summer staff, you’re signing on for a summer of adventure with energetic coworkers, and plenty of perks like a free Y membership and paid training for certifications like First Aid and CPR.
Seeking ongoing work after the summer? Their seasonal jobs are a great way to begin your career with the Y, with many staff continuing into our year-round job opportunities.
Day Camp season runs June 22nd through the end of August, (start dates vary by location) with training the week of 06/13-06/19. Counselors will start 6/1.
Apply Now for one of many available locations (the nearest being Magnuson and Lincoln Parks)
Game On! Kids Camp Seeking Summer Counselors (CPR Cash bonus)
Are you full of energy? Do you love working with kids? Most importantly… Do think every day should be an adventure?? Yeah? Game On! Kids Camp wants YOU on their team! $21/hr to start. Weekly pay!
What you’ll do:
- Lead awesome games, sports, and activities with a priority on kids’ laughter and learning
- Keep campers safe, happy, and moving all day long
- Help set up and break down camp equipment — teamwork makes the dream work!
- Enjoy being part of a fun, fast-paced team that loves summer
- Work at West Seattle, Queen Anne, or Magnolia Camps, 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm
What they are looking for:
- Comfort leading kids and motivating others to maintain the fun
- 16 Years or Older
- Naturally energetic, responsible, and always ready to dive into action
- CPR and First Aid Certified? Major advantage – gets you a $100 bonus!
Interested? Apply for Game On! Kids Camp
Part-time Summer Jobs from previous newsletters still available
Metro Cruise Services provide cruise terminal management, terminal security services, shore excursions and ground guest services for the Port of Seattle’s cruise ship operations.
Summer Jobs – Spend the summer supporting Seattle’s very busy and popular summer cruise operations along the Port. If you are passionate about customer service, hospitality, and the cruise industry – and are interested in working with a dedicated team of enthusiastic, motivated, energetic and well aligned professionals – this is a great job for you. Join a face paced environment where your positivity and dedication will leave a lasting impact. Help create memories that begin with a heartfelt “Welcome aboard” to a warm “Bon Voyage”.
Apply for Metro cruise for first consideration! Hiring is ongoing, and the job will close when all positions are filled.
Pedalheads, a learn-to-ride bicycle day camp for ages 2-12, is currently hiring Bike Instructors to help run their 2025 spring break and summer programs. Their instructor 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.
For more information about their programs, check out the Pedalheads website and then apply for Pedalheads Bike Camp Summer now.
Pacific Science Center has ignited curiosity for more than 60 years. Since its founding as the nation’s first science and technology center, PacSci has worked to expand access to science, serve as a vital resource for educators, and fuel discovery and experimentation as a vibrant community laboratory. They host a Camp for Young Minds each summer.
Science Center Camp Aide is a part-time role at 5 different locations across Seattle. The Camp Aide will ensure smooth camp programming by providing support to classroom educators and camp location site leads as directed. This position upholds the mission to provide safe, interactive, week-long STEM camps for school age children to spark lifelong curiosity, significantly enhance the participant’s experience and expand Pacific Science Center’s role as a driving force for informal science education.
Apply to Pacific Science Center Now to secure your summer job early!
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 Get a filtered list and start applying now. These jobs are available for or catered to teens in high school and work with school schedules.
When you find a job on Indeed you like, you will need to create an Indeed account and then build an Indeed profile (including submitting a resume) before you can apply for jobs. After you build this profile, you only need to select 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.
Drop-in Job Search, Resume Building, and Interview Help Now Available
If you need help applying and preparing for college, looking for a job, making a resume, or practicing for an interview, the College and Career Center is now open after school for drop-in help with Emily, our UW Dream Project intern. This is a great option for students who do not have time to schedule an appointment during the school day. As a working UW student, Emily has a lot of great insight and valuable tips to share with you! Drop-in help is available from 3:45 p.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Paid Internships
Youth Conservation Internship Applications open until April 27
Applications for the 2026 King County Parks Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) are now open! YCC is a paid ($22/hr) 6-week summer internship open to rising 10th-12th graders who live in King County.
In this program, interns will participate in the following activities, no prior experience necessary:
- Hands-on ecological restoration practice
- Environmental Justice learning workshops
- Environmental career exploration
- Community building with local BIPOC professionals and changemakers
- Leadership development and empowerment
- Connection with nature
The internship runs Monday-Thursday, July 7-August 13, 22 hours per week. Summer YCC interns are also eligible to apply to the paid fall King County Parks Teen Leads program.
We welcome teens of all identities to submit an application, and we strongly encourage Black, Indigenous, and other youth of color (BIPOC), LGBTQIA+ youth, and others from backgrounds historically under-hired in environmental leadership positions to apply.
Teens can Apply here and find more information at the YouthCorps website. Applications are due by April 27th!
Internship Program for students interested in Teaching and Child Care
Denise Louie Education Center is launching a 7‑week summer program serving children ages 0–5 and are looking to host two additional Teaching Tomorrow interns.
Benefits include:
- $20/hour pay
- 30 hours per week in early learning classrooms
- UW college credit
Interested students can contact internshipscl@uw.edu with the subject line “Teaching Tomorrow Summer Internship.” Interns will need to complete their onboarding requirements independently.
UW will arrange and cover the cost of everything, including:
- Mandatory reporter training
- Background check
- CPR/First Aid
- BBP training
- TB test
Seattle Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Applications open 2 more weeks
At Seattle Youth Employment Program (SYEP), participants are placed in professional and/or structured paid work settings within City departments, local businesses and non-profit agencies to apply their knowledge, gain hands-on experience, develop professional connections, and build their resume.
- Are you between 16-24 years old?
- Do you want a 6-8 week paid summer internship that matches your skills, career interests, and availability?
- Interested in earning $21.30 per hour to intern with City departments, participating non-profit
organizations, and local businesses? - Want to get training, one-on-one support and work experience
Apply for Seattle Youth Employment for Summer SYEP – Deadline is May 4 at 5 p.m.
Upcoming Port of Seattle Internship Information Sessions (Applications officially open May 4)
Applications for the Port of Seattle high school internship program open May 4, so throughout the month of April they will be hosting a series of outreach sessions for students and parents to learn about the opportunity and how to best complete the application.
Please find the links to the virtual open houses below:
- Thursday, April 23rd from 4:30-5:15 p.m.: Join April 23 Meeting Via Teams
- Wednesday, April 29th from 5:30-6:15 p.m.: Join April 28 Meeting Via Teams
Qualified candidates are:
- 16 years old by the beginning of the internship
- Currently enrolled in high school or a GED completion program or recently graduated from high school (within 12 months)
- Authorized to work in the US
Find more information on the high school internship program. To prepare for your application, preview the summer 2026 high school intern job postings and the Port’s application guide
For other questions about the internship, reach out to: internships@portseattle.org.
Internship Opportunities from previous newsletters still available
Since its founding in 1977, The Miller Hull Partnership has been dedicated to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace. The architecture profession has barriers to entry that make it difficult for many to consider it a viable career path. Open Studio was created to introduce architecture to a wide range of high school students who may not have had the opportunity to explore architecture and design.
Open Studio Internship: One full-time, paid internship is offered to a high school student who has completed their junior or senior year. For four weeks, this student may have an opportunity to tour construction sites, attend team meetings and work in a professional environment. Over the course of the summer, a portfolio of the intern’s work will be assembled and will culminate in a brief presentation on their last day. Transit expenses to get to our studio are covered. The application The application is available on the Miller Hull website.
Program Dates: 4 weeks beginning July 27, 2026 and ending on August 21, 2026.
Application Deadline: May 1
AIM Seattle is now accepting applications from individuals (ages 16+) who wish to learn more about disability, inclusion and advocacy to serve as paid interns at AIM’s arts camps for people with disabilities. Interns in this program are involved in one or more of our weekly classes by supporting group members, acting as a Lead for volunteers, assisting Teaching Artists and Support Staff, and assisting with set-up and clean-up before, during and after class. Interns will also determine their own learning goals and a special project to complete during their time in the program.
Summer interns are expected to commit to a minimum of one week of summer camp (Monday through Thursday), with the option of interning for 1-2 additional camp weeks. Summer camp season begins mid-July through the end of August.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. If you have any questions, or if you have any accessibility needs for completing this application, please don’t hesitate to reach out via email, or texting Laina at 765-586-2252.
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
Don’t Miss PTSA’s College Readiness Night– RSVP Now!
FAFSA? Deadlines? Common App? Deep breaths, Franklin families — we’ve got you. Whether you’re just starting to think about applications or deep in the FAFSA weeds, join us for College Readiness Night: an evening with an expert panel, your burning questions answered, and a light dinner provided.
- When: Monday, April 27, 2026, 6–8 p.m.
- Where: Franklin High School Library
- Who: Grades 9–12 Students & Families
Featured Speakers:
- Yvonne Chiu – Assistant Director of Admissions, University of Washington
- Cassey Yabes – Assistant Director of Admissions, Seattle University
- Nancy Le – Outreach Specialist, Seattle Promise
- Daniel Ruiz – Career-Connected Learning Coordinator, Franklin High School
- Jim Jeffreys – AP, PSAT/SAT Testing Coordinator, Franklin High School
More info: info@franklin-ptsa.org
Attend the UW Filipino Student Day this Saturday
The Filipino American Student Association (FASA) at the University of Washington (UW) Project Family is once again hosting their annual Filipino Day—an all-day event designed to inspire and empower high school students through culture, connection, and professional development.
Filipino Day will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at the Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center at the University of Washington Seattle campus.
Throughout the day, students will:
- Participate in workshops focused on professional and personal development
- Engage in cultural activities and performances
- Connect with other high school and college student
- Learn more about the college experience and the importance of cultural identity
This event is free of charge and includes lunch for all attendees.
While the event highlights Filipino culture, Filipino Day is open to all high school students, regardless of background, who are interested in attending. Whether they’re exploring cultural identity, considering college, or simply looking to connect with new peers, all are welcome.
Attend the Rising SEAs Conference May 5
You’re invited to the Rising SEAs (Southeast Asians) Conference on Tuesday, May 5th, 2026 — hosted by UW Multicultural Outreach & Recruitment with the awesome Mimi To, UW Admissions Counselor!
Rising SEAs is an incredible one-day conference designed to encourage, motivate and empower Southeast Asian high school students to pursue higher education. This collective space will allow students to build community, reflect on their lived experiences and identities, and experience what the UW has to offer.
Note: Participation is open to all students regardless of race/ethnic background.
EVENT DETAILS:
- Tuesday, May 5, 2026 / 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Alder Hall, Commons (Entrance is 40th street, between Brooklyn Ave NE and University Way NE)
- Open to all 9th-11th grade students in WA
REGISTER HERE (registration closes May 4th)
Students will receive an excused absence for attending this event. Parents must submit an excuse to the Attendance Office.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Now is the time to start applying for as many scholarships as you can!
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 Franklin Scholarship Bulletin to get a head start on applying.
Alumni Association Scholarships open until April 30, now only ONE application and completed online
Now is the time to complete your Franklin Alumni Association Scholarship application. This year, it is a little different, and much easier, process. The Coach Moody, Franklin Alumni, North Star, and Gilman scholarships are all available through a single online application where you can upload transcripts, recommendations letters, and a resume of activities.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2026
Scholarship Fair: There will be a scholarship fair on April 22, 2026 all day in Room 205. You will be able to meet with the Scholarship Committee and get help completing your application. Sign up in the counseling office. Please reach out to faaandf@gmail.com with questions.
Scholarship Descriptions: Please click through the tabs below for more details.
Apply for the Horatio Alger CTE Scholarship, Deadline June 5
This year, 300 students will be awarded with CTE scholarships up to $2,500 to help fund their education. Funds may be used for tuition, child care, transportation, equipment, supplies, or other related costs.
To apply for a scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Have completed high school (or equivalency) by July 1
- Plan to attend a not-for-profit community college or trade/vocational school
- Enroll in an associate’s degree, certificate, or diploma program by September that will lead to employment
- Demonstrate financial need (applicants must show household income of $100,000 or less)
- Be a United States citizen
Apply Now for the Alger CTE Scholarship
Priority Deadline: June 5, 2026. Applications will be accepted until all scholarships have been awarded
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
Please make sure you review the scholarship details and eligibility requirements at the link below before applying. If you do not currently receive the Weekly Scholarship Newsletter by email, you can sign up here: Sign up for Weekly Scholarship Newsletter
Scholarship List: View All Open Scholarships
Featured Scholarships:
- Peace Scholarship, $2500, for students interested in Humanitarian causes, presented to someone who reminds us that true leadership is more than being the loudest of the group or the ability to control others. Leadership is work and concern for others. Deadline: May 1
- Science Saves Video Scholarship Contest, $10,000, this contest isn’t about test scores, transcripts, or achievements. It’s about telling a story. We want to see how science has changed your life or someone else’s through your eyes, your voice, and your lens. Create a 20-30 second video answering the question, “What has science done for me?” or “What has science done for somebody I know?”, Deadline: May 4, 2026
Scholarship Opportunities from previous newsletters still available
The Edwin M. Lee Community Leadership Award was established by the Lee Family to honor the late former Mayor of San Francisco and FHS alumnus, Ed Lee, and to assist students facing financial hardships in obtaining higher education. We encourage students who desire to pursue a career in the spirit of community and public service, social justice, and sustainability to apply.
Apply for the Edwin M. Lee Community Leadership Award!
Deadline: April 24, 206
SAEOP is seeking all interested and qualified Seattle Public High School graduating senior students (class of 2026) who wish to continue their education at a 2-year, 4-year college or vocational school. They are offering (3) $500 scholarships.
Download the Seattle Association of Education Office Professionals Scholarship Application. Deadline: Friday, May 1, 2026.
Completed scholarship application packages should be sent to:
Or email: kajohnson@seattleschools.org
Mail: Kathy Johnson, CEOE Lafayette Elementary 2645 California Ave SW Seattle, WA 98116
Filipino American Educators of Washington (FAEW) is proud to continue their longstanding tradition of awarding scholarships to graduating high school seniors of Filipino heritage, who are going on to pursue higher education.
Please note that students need a Gmail account in order to fill out the application online.
FAEW Scholarship Application Timeline:
- April 20, 2026 – Scholarship applications due
- May 26, 2026 – Scholarship winners notified
- June 9, 2026 – Scholarship award ceremony during FAEW General Membership
Apply for FAEW Scholarship Now by May 1.
Training and Mentorship Programs
Urban League Presents 2026 Summer University
Don’t miss this exciting, free summer opportunity for Seattle Public Schools! Summer University 2026, is a paid, in-person summer program running July 6–August 14, 2026, hosted daily from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM at Garfield High School. Students who successfully complete the program will earn a $600 stipend.
Summer University is designed to support high school students—particularly those exploring career pathways, leadership development, and postsecondary readiness—through the following learning tracks:
- Entrepreneurship & Financial Literacy – Students develop business ideas, learn money management, saving, investing, and gain foundational knowledge of the stock market.
- Branding & App Design – Participants build a real brand, design a logo, and prototype a mobile app using Figma, culminating in a pitch competition.
- Peer Mentor & Mental Health Leadership – Students earn a certification while developing leadership skills and promoting positive mental health awareness in their schools and communities.
The program emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration, leadership, and real-world skills, and is well suited for students who may benefit from structured summer engagement, career exposure, or leadership development.
Learn more at the Summer University website and APPLY as soon as possible, as space is limited.
Youth Mentorship Program offers training, leadership, activism, and service opportunities
The Transportation Equity Workgroup Youth Mentorship Program is for youth ages 15-18 living in Seattle-King County with interests in accessibility, equity, transportation, and/or advocacy. This program is hosted by the Seattle Department of Transportation and the Transportation Equity Workgroup (TEW).
The Youth Mentorship Program will meet twice a week in-person for up to 6 hours over 3 weeks, and participants can earn a $100 gift card for each module they attend.
Participants will…
- Work with community advocates interested in elevating transportation equity
- Join us in our equity practice and gain valuable leadership and advocacy skills
- Earn service-learning credit and $600 total compensation
All meetings will be in Downtown Seattle at the following times and lunch will be provided:
- Tuesday, August 4: 10am-4pm
- Thursday, August 6: 10am-4pm
- Tuesday, August 11: 10am-4pm
- Thursday, August 13: 10am-4pm
- Tuesday, August 18: 10am-4pm
- Thursday, August 20: 10am-4pm
Please email transportationequity@seattle.gov with any questions.
Apply NOW. Applications close Friday, May 1, at 3:00 pm PST.
Seattle Skills Center Summer School Program Applications Now Open
Interested in earning CTE credit this summer? Construction, Health Careers, Welding, Maritime and more will be offered at high schools throughout the city beginning in July.
Summer Skills Center classes are introductory versions of what we typically offer during the school year. Transportation is not provided. Snacks and snack breaks are provided, but not lunch (with the exception of the maritime class aboard the Adventuress). Most Summer Skills Center classes will run from Tuesday, July 7 to Thursday, July 30 and our standard class schedule will be 10:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, fully in person. Students have the opportunity to earn 0.5 Career and Technical Education (CTE) credits.
*Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.
Training and Mentorship opportunities from previous newsletters
Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Garfield Teen Life Center is offering a Youth Financial Leadership Skills Academy starting April 22. This 8-week program will educate and mentor youth to navigate the world of accounting and finance through hands-on learning in:
- Personal Finance
- Investing
- Career Readiness
- Entrepreneurship
- Bookkeeping
Program Details:
- Dates: April 22 – June 10, 2026
- Day/Time: Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m.
- Location: Garfield Teen Life Center (428 23rd Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122)
- Ages: High school youth ages 16-18
- Cost: Free
This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in business, finance, or entrepreneurship to gain valuable skills and knowledge that will benefit them in college and future careers.
(on-going enrollment until spots are filled)
Are you curious about how cities grow, change, and develop? Have you ever wondered how governments decide where train lines should go? Do you have ideas about how to make our communities better places for everyone? If so, you should apply for the Summer Planning Academy (SPA)! The Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) is looking for high school students from King County who want to learn about urban planning in our region and share ideas about how to make the central Puget Sound region a better place to live, work, and play.
SPA is a leadership development opportunity offered free of charge to students interested in planning a better future for our region. The program encourages students to think creatively about how better planning can help people lead better lives. Upon successful completion of SPA, students are eligible to receive a $500 scholarship.
SPA sessions will take place in Downtown Seattle on July 29, 31, August 5, and 7.
Visit the Puget Sound Regional Council website to learn more about PSRC, SPA, and apply for Summer Planning Academy (SPA) . Applications Close May 18
Since its founding in 1977, The Miller Hull Partnership has been dedicated to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace. The architecture profession has barriers to entry that make it difficult for many to consider it a viable career path. Open Studio was created to introduce architecture to a wide range of high school students who may not have had the opportunity to explore architecture and design.
Open Studio Summer Intensive: A free, week-long educational opportunity at our Seattle studio, open to 24 students between 9th and 12th grade who want to take a deeper dive into the design process. For three hours each day, they will learn how to sketch and draw, think through a design problem with a teammate and present their work to a group, while receiving individualized feedback and counseling. One of the three-hour sessions will be used to take a field trip to enhance the participants’ understanding of the project. The application is attached and available on their website.
Program Dates: August 7 – 14, 2026 from 2–5 p.m.
Application Deadline: June 1, 2026
Join Youth In Focus this summer for a variety of fun, creative photography camps July 6-31. Whether you’re into digital or darkroom, they have something for you! Please email Community Engagement Manager, Shida shidab@youthinfocus.org, if you need help with camp registration. All camps are free, and equipment is provided. Half-day and full-day programs offered.
Camps include:
- Fashion Photography
- Photojournalism
- Portraits and Lighting
- Music Videos
- Darkroom
Get free virtual, weekly training on how to become a barista and work in customer service! Students ages 15 to 21 are invited to join a weekly online class from 2:30-4:30 p.m. for 6 weeks of job readiness, customer service and self-empowerment training.
Participants receive:
- A laptop to participate which they can keep after graduation
- Skills to get jobs & references
- Free food worker card
- A small weekly stipend ($) for your continued participation
You are much more likely to get a barista job (which are not easy to get) if you take this training.
Apply for the FareStart Virtual Barista and Customer Service Training
Service-Learning Opportunities
Outdoors for All seeking summer volunteers
Outdoors for All provides outdoor recreation experiences for youth and adults with disabilities, and their Summer Youth Camps (June–August) are a particularly great opportunity for high school students seeking meaningful service hours, leadership experience, and hands‑on community involvement.
Youth Camp Volunteer Highlights:
- Support campers ages 7–17 with disabilities
- Assist with outdoor activities such as community outings, cycling, kayaking, hiking, swimming, rock climbing
- Camps run Monday–Friday, June 22–August 28
- Locations include Magnuson Park (Seattle), Lake Sammamish State Park (Issaquah), and PenMet Park (Gig Harbor)
Students age 16–17 are encouraged to apply and may volunteer once approved through the online application and required phone screening.
More information can be found on the organization’s volunteer page, or use the button below to apply if you are ready.
Teen Tix Offers Create Service Learning Opportunity
Looking for a fun and creative way to earn volunteer service hours? High school students can attend arts events and help create engaging content that connects more teens to the arts. Volunteers must have a TeenTix Pass and complete the TeenTix Volunteer Form below to get started.
There are four different programs available, depending on your interest:
- Mentorship for Teen Artists of Color (M-TAC): allows teen artists of color to hone their artwork under the guidance of professional mentors in small groups.
- The New Guard: trains young people to become the next generation of arts leaders. A cohort of youth ages 13-19 works deeply with TeenTix and Arts Partners to give meaningful feedback from the teen perspective.
- The TeenTix Newsroom: a group of writers, led by the Teen Editorial Staff, who write arts and culture reviews for the TeenTix blog.
- Teen Connectors: empowers teens to build arts-centered community in Seattle Center. Connectors will expand awareness of the TeenTix Pass, organize monthly gatherings, and develop a calendar of arts events with arts partners.
Teen Tix: Learn More and Apply!
Citywide Youth Advisory Council Offers Service and Leadership
Citywide Youth Advisory Council, part of Seattle’s 36 citywide boards and commissions, is the only council specifically for youth entirely built on service to the community. They hope to build a council that is representative of all Seattle districts, because a wide range of perspectives is essential to helping our city grow.
The Youth Advisory Council consists of 15 members who are passionate about issues affecting Seattle and who want to make a difference in their communities. They are currently recruiting for the next cohort, and we’re especially looking for students who are interested in equity, leadership, and civic engagement. This is a great opportunity for young people to build leadership skills, strengthen their resumes, and gain meaningful service-learning experience while using their voices to help shape the future of Seattle.
Responsibilities:
- Meet every other month (in-person and virtually)
- Advise key decision makers through surveys and focus groups
- Promote and participate in recreational activities
- Attend our three annual signature events (Big Day of Play, President’s Meeting, Annual General Meeting)
- Commit to personal and professional growth and development
Learn More and Apply by May 1.
Letters to My Heritage offering year-round service opportunity
Letters to My Heritage is a student-led nonprofit focused on sharing immigrant youth stories and facilitating college and career opportunities for underrepresented students. Through their events and initiatives, they hope to help these students better integrate into their community, share their stories, and create a network where they can explore their passions and discover their full potential.
As a board member, you will be connected to a diverse network of opportunities with a variety of community members and working professionals from partners at the University of Washington, Microsoft, and more, all while earning volunteer hours. Applications are now being accepted for the 26-27 executive board – and anyone who is passionate about the cause is open to apply!
Find out more: Letter to my Heritage
Apply by 4/30: LTMH 26-27 Board Application
Service opportunities from previous newsletters
Are you interested in earning your service-learning hours at Seattle Public Library’s Beacon Hill, Columbia, or Rainier Beach branches? This is a very popular volunteer opportunity, and spaces fill up quickly, so the Library is starting to recruit NOW for Spring service opportunities.
Fill out the SPL Volunteer Interest Form now, and you will be notified as soon as opportunities open for the Spring. In the meantime, visit the Libraries’ SPL Teen website for more information about other programs and services offered, including homework, tutoring, and college and job application help.
Launch is a local organization providing afterschool programs for elementary age students, as well as preschools throughout Seattle.
They are hoping to recruit some high school age volunteers for their annual Family Carnival, tentatively scheduled for May 30, 2026 at Van Asselt Community Center. See information about last years event.
Volunteers are asked for at least 2 hours, with potential of closer to 6 hours if you stay for set-up/clean-up. You also would be able to participate in the games and lunch would be provided!
For more information, email laura.nicholson@launchlearning.org
Need volunteer hours? Looking for an internship or independent study project? Interested in designing a garden, planting and harvesting food, or building a farm stand, garden beds, or compost bin?
The Beacon Food Forest is looking for teen volunteers to help in their Young People’s Garden in late 2025 and early 2026. If you’re 14-19 years old and curious about gardening, protecting the earth, growing food, design, construction, or mentoring younger kids, they’d love to have you join them!
Well-qualified volunteers may be offered paid positions mentoring younger children/youth in Spring/Summer of 2026.
Volunteer sessions are two hours and usually the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10am-12pm, starting in November (although you can begin any time).
If you’re interested or want to learn more, please contact eleanor@foodforest.ngo.
If you are looking to build your resume with a volunteer job entry while also earning most or all of your service learning hours, you should consider volunteering with 425 Tutoring for students grades K-6 in all subjects (Math, English, etc.)!
Must be a current high school student to participate. (Must be at least 14 years old)
- Develop individual lesson plans and activities using Google Slides, PowerPoint, etc.
- Virtually tutor using Google Meets, Zoom, etc. (All Virtual)
- Work with 2+ students per tutoring session
- 2-4 service hours per week (1- 2 hours of direct tutoring, 1-2 preparation)
- Must commit to 8 weeks of tutoring!
- Flexible times! Works with your schedule
Qualifications:
- Must use emailing services
- US High School Student OR 8th grade student, fluent in English, good with kids, access to internet
Seeking a Service Learning Opportunity?
If the programs featured in the newsletter do not match your needs or interests, check out our Franklin Service Learning website for further guidance.
Additional Resources:
- Just Serve – provides a listing of local volunteer opportunities that you can filter by available dates and times, interests, and skills used.
- Service Learning Directory is a listing of several organizations that offer long-term volunteer opportunities to get all of your hours in one place. This also allows you to enter the volunteer opportunity as work experience on your resume to help you get paid jobs in the future.
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.
