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Highline Public Schools
15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW Burien,WA 98166

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Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Career Programs, Camps & Events

There are quite a few career programs, camps and events for high school students that are offered on a rolling basis by a variety of incredible businesses and organizations. Camps, special events and programs can provide students with a wealth of knowledge in any given industry, help them network and become more aware of future career opportunities.

Check back regularly to see what new and exciting programs have become available.

Available Opportunities - Apply Now

Click the below descriptions for more details and how to register. 

Healthcare Exploration for Youth (HEY!) - Summer 2019

Are you interested in gaining insight in the healthcare field? Neighborhood House, academic program, Healthcare Exploration for Youth (HEY) is a 9-week summer class opportunity at Highline College campus! You will meet professionals in the field, go on field trips, obtain certifications in First Aid and CPR and earn 11 college credits. You will get to experience firsthand the college life/environment and find ways to further your education after high school. You do not want to miss out on furthering college/math readiness and mapping out your next steps for training & employment.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 30!    

  • When: Classes begin July 1st│9-weeks, Monday - Thursday
  • Where: Highline College     
  • Who:
    • Youth ages 16 to 24
    • Able to meet the free or reduced lunch program guidelines
    • Provide an active social security card number and/or green card & non-expired photo ID
    • Show serious interest in the healthcare field
  • Free:
    • Tuition costs/fees
    • Textbooks
    • Transportation needs (bus pass/gas cards provided)
    • Academic & career support services
    • Lunch card with funds loaded weekly (eat on campus, yum!)
  • To Apply & find out more contact, Elisa Grant-Holler
    • elisag@nhwa.org | 206.643.9624
MOHAI Youth Advisors (15 Positions)

 The Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI) values youth voices to be a part of museum programming and exhibits! Your feedback and input is crucial in the creation of the culture and makeup of the museum. Also, you’ll get to connect and be supported by museum professionals while learning local history.

APPLICATION DEADLINE is June 30th !

Who:

·       9-12th graders

·       Legally authorized to work in the United States

When: September-June│Twice a month on Thursday evenings, 5–7 pm

Where: MOHAI 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109

Apply: https://tinyurl.com/y45jsyqm

Contact: education@mohai.org 

Receive a monthly stipend of $75 a month

To find out more information about the opportunity make sure to visit their website.

Youth in Focus-Photography classes

Are you interested in exploring the world of digital photography? Youth in Focus has photography courses available in SUMMER 2019. You will get the opportunity to work closely with professional teaching artists that are all paid professionals in the field! Materials and supplies are provided, including a quality camera you can check out for the entire quarter.

Registration is NOW OPEN for Summer Quarter!

  • When: Summer Quarter 2019: June 29th – August 9th 
  • Where: Youth in Focus
  • Who: Youth ages 13-19    
Alianza Youth Leadership Program

Want to unlock your leadership potential and enact change in your community! The Alianza Youth Leadership Program is a movement of collective young leaders. You will have the opportunity to learn community organizing through training's and civic engagement projects. A few issues you will be engaging in are issues affecting the Latinx community in Washington state such as environmental and climate justice.

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED ON AN ONGOING BASIS!

Who: Latinx youth ages 16-25 years old

Where: Various locations

Apply: Apply here and or contact Salvador Salazar, Civic Engagement & Advocacy Coordinator, at salvador@latinocommunityfund.org

Stipend Eligible

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After a year of intensive, hands-on training, more than 85% of graduates from Year Up have either a full-time job paying an average of $19 hour or are enrolled in college full-time.