5/5/26 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.
Field Trip Opportunities
Port Jobs/Maritime Careers May 28 Tour of the Fisherman’s Terminal
Are you curious about career opportunities working on or near the water? Have you heard about the Maritime industry but want to know more? The upcoming field trip to Fishermen’s Terminal on May 28 includes a tour of the operations there, conversations about different career paths available at the Port, hands-on activities, and FREE lunch served.
Students will get the chance to talk with staff about how they got to where they are today and hear what’s it like to work with the Port of Seattle! We will leave Franklin at 9:15 and return by 2pm.
For students interested in applying for the Port of Seattle High School Internship, this is a great place to start and learn about the Port before you prepare your application.
To learn more and to pick up a permission form to attend, see Mr. Vanderway in Room 27 or Mr. Ruiz in Room 205a or email Mr. Ruiz at dpruiz@seattleschools.org. Permission forms will be due no later than May 21. There are only 30 spots available, so get your forms back ASAP if you are serious about attending.
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.
Work at Pier 57 Attractions – Make Every Workday Fun-Filled with Miners Landing!
Do you want a fun summer job? Pier 57 Attractions is an exciting and vibrant entertainment hub located on Seattle’s bustling waterfront at Pier 57. As a potential employee, you’d become a part of a dynamic team that brings joy and fun experiences to visitors from around the world. Their diverse attractions include the iconic Seattle Great Wheel, Wings Over Washington, the historic carousel, and the Klondike Arcade, creating an environment that’s full of energy and excitement.
View Listings and Apply Now!
King County Parks and Recreation Seeking Summer Rec Aides
King County Teen Program is seeking enthusiastic and responsible youth to join their team as a Summer Recreation Aide to support their 8-10 week Summer Recreation Program.
As a Summer Recreation Aide, you will work closely with a Program Leader to supervise groups of children and teens in a variety of fun and engaging recreational activities. You’ll be part of their front-line staff and have the opportunity to teach activities like games, arts and crafts, athletics, and special events, all while gaining valuable experience in leadership, teamwork, and communication.
APPLY HERE! Deadline is May 20. Interviews will take place in-person on 5/27, 5/28, 5/29, & 5/30
Attend the Upcoming YMCA Lifeguard and Swim Instructor Hiring Fair, certifications not required
The YMCA of Greater Seattle is hosting a Lifeguard & Swim Instructor Hiring Fair, and they are actively looking for students (age 16+) who are interested in a part-time summer or year-round job.
- Event Details:
- Date: May 16, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Locations: Dale Turner Family YMCA & Kent YMCA
Why this is a great opportunity for students:
- On-the-spot interviews and swim testing
- No prior certification required – training and certification provided
- Competitive pay: $21.30–$23/hour
- Flexible summer job with skill-building in leadership, safety, and teamwork
- Openings at all YMCA of Greater Seattle pool locations (Auburn, Kent, West Seattle, Shoreline, Central District, Bothell, Sammamish, New Castle, Bellevue, Downtown Seattle)
Students should plan to apply in advance here: Lifeguard/Swim Instructor – Aquatics Hiring Fair 2026 in Multiple Locations | YMCA Of Greater Seattle
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to recruiting@seattleymca.org.
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! Learn more about Outdoor Day Camp.
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 22 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 for YMCA Summer Camps for one of many available locations (the nearest being Magnuson and Lincoln Parks)
Part-time Summer Jobs from previous newsletters still available
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
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 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
Applications for In My Backyard Youth National Park Internship Due May 8
In My Backyard is a a three-week summer internship designed for high school students who desire to learn about the National Park Service through hands-on interpretation. The internship focuses on building skills in public speaking, research, teamwork, and professional responsibility.
Open to: Youth ages 16, 17, or 18 years old on program start date (July 21)
When: July 21 – August 6, 2026
Week 1 – Tuesday, July 21 – Thursday, July 23, 11am – 3pm
Week 2 – Tuesday, July 28 – Thursday, July 30, 11am – 3pm
Week 3 – Tuesday, August 4 – Thursday, August 6 (Pioneer Square’s First Thursday), 11am – 3pm w/ flexed hours for First Thursday in the evening
Compensation: $22.00 per hour
Where: Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park – Seattle in Pioneer Square (319 2nd Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104)
As an In My Backyard summer intern, you will:
- Become familiar with the National Park Service, your public lands, and all they have to offer.
- Participate in activities such as walking tours, outdoor recreation and storytelling workshops, federal resume building, and field trips.
- Develop your own ranger program! Learn research, presentation, and communication skills from real-life National Park rangers.
Youth who are new to national parks and curious to learn more are highly encouraged to apply.
Foundry10 Youth Leadership Cohort Offers 4-week Paid Leadership Training
Are you interested in getting paid to grow your leadership skills? Are you curious how local education organizations receive financial gifts? Join the inaugural foundry10 Youth Leadership Cohort!
As a participant, you will:
- Design a proposal for a youth serving education organization to receive a philanthropic donation.
- Provide a youth perspective for current education research and programs at foundry10.
- Develop leadership and professional skills through hands-on learning and group workshops.
- Gain meaningful workplace experience to strengthen college, scholarship, and job applications.
- Build your network with peers and professionals across foundry10.
- Receive $25 per hour for your time (up to $2,200 total).
The details:
Who: Youth ages 14-18
What: Paid four-week, work-based learning program
When: 10 am-4 pm, July 6-9, July 13-16, July 27-30, August 3-6
Where: foundry10’s office and The Cloud Room in Seattle, WA
Learn more about this program on their website and APPLY by May 22. Questions? Reach out to ylc@foundry10.org.
Upcoming Port of Seattle Internship Program Application Now Open!
The Port of Seattle’s High School Internship Program is designed to provide you with the skills you need to be successful in a corporate environment.
Interns will learn the Port’s Code of Conduct and communications technology, as well as business skills such as: diversity and inclusion, process improvement, project management, networking, public speaking, communications, and leadership.
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 and apply. To prepare for your application, preview the summer 2026 high school intern job postings and the Port’s application guide
Apply Now. Application Deadline: May 17
For other questions about the internship, reach out to: internships@portseattle.org.
FEEST Currently Recruiting for 26-27 Franklin Team
Get hired as a Student Organizer for FEEST! FEEST supports the leadership of low-income youth and youth of color to transform their daily lives inside our school systems. Every school year, FEEST welcomes a cohort of student leaders from Franklin to deepen their understanding of social justice, build community, and grow together into strong organizers for systems change.
To support students’ participation, FEEST compensates youth organizers for their time and provides stipends for them to purchase food or provide meals during workshops. Don’t miss out!
APPLY HERE – seeking 9th/10th graders especially! Deadline is May 20th. Questions? ammara@feestseattle.org
Arts Corps Offering Art 4 Life @ CAM Paid Art Internship
This summer, Arts Corps is pleased to offer youth 15-19 a paid arts internship opportunity in collaboration with Common Area Maintenance, July 6th – July 18th. It is beginner level and no experience is required. Get $300 for the engaging work of expressing your passion through art. Explore photography, bookbinding, riso printing, and more. Got something to say? Shout those thoughts to the world through multiple art mediums.
The Art 4 life @ CAM internship offers skill building in a variety of traditional mediums, including drawing, printing, collaging, and more.
- Professional experiences and career paths in creative and technology space
- Presentation opportunities
- $300 Paid stipend upon completion of internship. (Depending on numbers of days attended)
Arts Corps is committed to creating an intersectional learning environment to ensure that all students are supported and able to be brave in the Art 4 Life community space. That includes youth of all races, ethnicity, genders, and/or youth who identify as LGBTIQA+. Preference will be given to students who have not attended an Art 4 Life program previously.
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN:
- Arts Intensive with dope master teaching artists (learn more about Arts Corps TA’s here: https://artscorps.org/ta/)
- Stipend upon completion of the program
- A community of peer collaborators
- Professional development
- Leadership and exposure to industry professionals
- Community of artists
Apply here by May 31!
Seattle Art Museum Offering a paid learning opportunity this summer!
Design Your Neighborhood (DYN) – Design is everywhere. It shapes how we live, move, and connect. From bus stops to parks to entire neighborhoods, every space around you exists because someone decided how it should work. Over three weeks, you’ll work with artists and designers to reimagine a real site in Seattle—developing ideas, testing them, and bringing them to life.
Past projects have included murals, redesigned park spaces, and public art installations. This year, they are starting with a site near the museum—and handing it over to you
Runs August 4th -August 21th, 2026
- For students in grades 10–12
- Paid opportunity
- 3-week program working with local artists/designers
- Students create a real project for a Seattle site
Students can apply for DYN here by May 31.
Questions or accommodation requests? Contact teenprograms@seattleartmuseum.org.
Seattle Art Museum offering a year-round internship program! Applications also due May 31
Make Your Mark on Art! TAG (Teen Arts Group) is a paid, yearlong teen internship and leadership cohort for high school–aged youth who are curious about art, community, and how museums work behind the scenes.
In TAG, you will:
- LEARN about the many unseen sides of museum work and careers in the arts
- LEAD by engaging with visitors, supporting programs, and helping create welcoming, teen-centered experiences
- COLLABORATE with other teens and SAM staff to contribute ideas, projects, and events
- CREATE your own artwork in new and familiar mediums
- PLAN Teen Night Out, SAM’s annual free teen event
TAG Schedule & Commitment
- Thursdays, October 1, 2026 through May 27th, 2027, 4:30–6:30 pm (weekly cohort meetings)
- Select Saturdays for Community Celebrations and Family Fun Workshops, 10 am–1 pm (supporting family and public programs)
- Saturday, May 29th, 2027, 10am-1pm for a culminating celebration
TAG is a paid internship. Participants may elect to receive either community service credit or monetary compensation commensurate with Seattle’s minimum wage.
Apply Now by May 31.
Internship Opportunities from previous newsletters still available
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.
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:
TB test
Mandatory reporter training
Background check
CPR/First Aid
BBP training
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
Interested in IT careers? Attend the UW Allen School Junior Exploration Day
Junior Exploration is a one-day conference for high school juniors who are curious about studying Computer Science or Computer Engineering at the University of Washington’s Seattle campus. Hosted by the Allen School Student Engagement & Access team, Junior Exploration is open to all students and may be especially supportive first-generation college students, low-income students, and others who may have limited access to computing education or college preparatory resources. No computing experience needed!
- Date: May 22, 2026
- Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm PT
- Location: Gates Center (CSE2) Zillow Commons
- Lunch: Pizza will be provided for attendees (and chaperones)!
Registration Information
Please fill out the registration form to reserve your spot! Deadline to apply is May 20 or when the event has reached capacity. Students must be juniors in high school to attend this event.
Questions? reach out to outreach@cs.washington.edu!
Scholarships and Financial Aid
It’s not too late to apply 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, check out the Franklin Scholarship Bulletin for access to national scholarship search engines. Do a search of your own to see what’s still available.
Additional Scholarship Resource
StudentScholarships.org is another great resource to find college money, and there are some really unique ways to earn $. Also, 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
Scholarship Opportunities from previous newsletters still available
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
Training and Mentorship Programs
Become a public health youth ambassador by attending their Summer Camp
Are you a young person (age 16+) interested in learning more about rewarding careers in Public Health? Join the King County Public Health Camp! Explore STEAM career paths in health care
(science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics).
This hands-learning opportunity will immerse participants in the daily work of nurses, research scientists, epidemiologists, health educators and more. $$$ Stipend included $$$
Camp Dates: August 3 – 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Interest Forms are accepted until June 1.
For questions and language access needs: DPH-KCSTUDENTS@KC1.onmicrosoft.com
Learn Arabic or Korean with OneWorld Now this summer
OneWorld Now is currently accepting applications for the Global Citizen Summer Language Program! In 4 weeks, students can earn a year’s worth of credit while learning Arabic or Korean.
This program runs from July 6-31 and will be held in Seattle’s Chinatown International District. The cost is $25, which includes field trips, cultural activities, leadership workshops, and daily lunches.
Spaces are limited to ~15 students per class, and classes are filling up. Current 8-12th graders can learn more and apply at oneworldnow.org/summer.
Check out the UW Foster School of Business Summer Programs
Build confidence. Sharpen communication. Lead.
Foster’s pre-college programs give ambitious high schoolers the skills, mindset, and real-world experience to stand out in college and beyond. Perfect for rising 10th–12th graders and graduating seniors preparing for college and career success.
- Business and Leadership Program: July 5-17
- Business Startup Bootcamp: July 19-25
Register now at foster.events/summer ~ Spots are limited!
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 for Urban League Summer University as soon as possible, as space is limited.
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
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 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.
Service-Learning Opportunities
Join the SPS School Meals Student Advisory Group!
The Seattle School Meals & Food Education Working Group is seeking up to 8 Seattle students to form a Student Advisory Group during 2026. The Working Group is organized by City of Seattle and Seattle Public Schools, with multiple community organizations.
Selected applicants will be notified by May 22
Student Advisory Group participants will:
- Attend four quarterly meetings in May, July, October, and December
- Provide feedback to SPS Culinary Services staff at each meeting about the lunch or breakfast items and menus at your school
- Participate in a project team with Working Group partners and organizations (optional)
- Ask friends or other students about their opinions or feedback about meals at your school to share with SPS
- Help spread the word to other students at your school about the SPS School Meals Feedback Survey (coming soon!)
What do students get from participating?
To support your participation, you can choose one of the following:
- 4-8 Service Learning Hours toward SPS graduation requirements (with opportunities to earn more through project teams).
OR
- A stipend of $250 provided to students via the student organization FEEST.
Questions? Please reach out to Chris Iberle, City of Seattle Healthy Food in Schools Lead, at: chris.iberle@seattle.gov
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!
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 Annual Family Carnival.
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 10 a.m.-12 p.m., 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.
