Do you have a job or internship or will have one soon? Great news! You can earn up to 1.0 CTE credits for work and internship experiences. To participate, students must meet the following criteria:

• Students must be at least 16 years old
• Students must have a job or internship

To enroll in this program, students must complete the following:

• Complete the Learning at Work interest form below
• Complete the enrollment packet and return to your CCLC

To complete this program, students must complete at least 180 hours in one school year for 0.5 CTE credits or 360 for 1.0 CTE credits. Hours will not count until your enrollment has been approved.

Career Connected Learning Coordinators by High School

Alan T. Sugiyama High School
Bernie Lenoue, Teacher and Counselor
bdlenoue@muurausahvenlampi.com

Ballard High School
Brent Martin, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
brmartin@muurausahvenlampi.com

Bridges XIP Program
North Region: Siphia Mann, siung@muurausahvenlampi.com
South Region: Katherine Meyer, kemeyer@seattlschools.org
Central Region: Lilna Givan-Williams, lagivanwilliam@muurausahvenlampi.com
XIP Website

Cascade K-12 Virtual Option
No CCLC

The Center School
Alfred Sidman, Teacher and Worksite Learning Supervisor
acsidman@muurausahvenlampi.com
The Center School Career Center

Chief Sealth International High School
Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinators:
Linda Filley Bentler, lifilleybent@muurausahvenlampi.com
Daron Camacho, djcamacho@muurausahvenlampi.com
Chief Sealth Career Center

Cleveland High School
Joseph Mingo, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
jemingo@muurausahvenlampi.com
Cleveland High School

Franklin High School
Daniel Ruiz, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
dpruiz@muurausahvenlampi.com
Franklin website

Garfield High School
Geoff Bolan, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
gmbolan@muurausahvenlampi.com
Garfield College and Career Center

Ingraham High School
Genet Simone, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
gesimone@muurausahvenlampi.com
Ingraham Career Connected Learning

Interagency
Danso Gyamerah, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
dkgyamerah@muurausahvenlampi.com
Interagency Experiential Learning Opportunities

Lincoln High School
Wyn Pottinger-Levy, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
wypottingerlev@muurausahvenlampi.com

Middle College High School
Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinators:
Lura Ercolano (South), ltercolano@muurausahvenlampi.com
Gabrielle Blakemore (North and Central), gablakemore@muurausahvenlampi.com

Nathan Hale High School
Zarita Hester, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
zbhester@muurausahvenlampi.com

NOVA High School
Karina Luboff, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
kjluboff@muurausahvenlampi.com

Rainier Beach High School
NadjhChanel Patterson, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
ncpatterson@muurausahvenlampi.com

Roosevelt High School
Edward Rho, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
ewrho@muurausahvenlampi.com

Seattle Skills Center
No CCLC

Seattle World School
Bill Butler, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
whbutler@muurausahvenlampi.com

West Seattle High School
Brian Fitzgerald, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
bjfitzgerald@muurausahvenlampi.com

Not all learning takes place in a classroom! Interested students can sign up for a Career Quest course during the summer. Apply to join one of our amazing internship programs this summer! Once applications are open, links will appear next to each bullet point below.

Summer Career Quest applications are open! Learn more about our program offerings and apply.

Summer Career Quest Internships provide students with career exploration and development opportunities.  Student interns will work closely with their internship host to discuss solutions and ideas while developing problem-solving, creativity, collaboration, presentation and networking skills.  Students participate in a wide range of workplace activities to gain skills and knowledge for specific occupations, while being supported by weekly career development class time with a Seattle Public Schools Career Quest teacher. 

We are now accepting interest forms for organizations interested in hosting an intern for Summer 2025!

Seattle Public Schools students can earn CTE credit and get paid for internship learning this summer! We are very happy to offer four different options for students this year.

The application deadline for all Career Quest opportunities is April 23, 2025 at 5PM:

Career Quest Summer Internships – $20.76/hour

Intern in business and marketing or construction/construction management!

• Who: All SPS students who will be 16 years old by July 8, 2025
• July 8-August 1, 9:30am-3pm (Monday through Friday)
• Location: Varies by internship site, Mondays at Franklin HS

Finance Quest (Amazon Periscope)– $400 stipend (2 weeks)

Future accountants, managers, marketing majors and more can learn about the innerworkings of Amazon’s business model.

• Who: Current 10th graders
• Dates: July 28- August 8, 9am-3pm (Monday through Friday)
• Location: Amazon Campus (South Lake Union)

Science Quest (Allen Institute) – $500 stipend (2 weeks)

In this unique class, students will participate in advanced lab activities, leaving with increased confidence in biomedical science research and data. Students will generate, analyze, and interpret scientific data and gain exposure to neuroscience, cell biology, and immunology. 

• Who: All SPS students who have completed a biology course
• Dates: July 14-July 25, 9:30am-3:00pm (Monday through Friday)
• Location: Allen Institute (South Lake Union)

Tech Quest (Amazon)– Paid

Tech Quest at Amazon is a 2-week summer program for SPS high school students to explore technology careers of the future. You can expect introductory coding, project based learning and Amazon career guest speakers.

• Who: All SPS students, with focus on current 9th and 10th graders
• Dates July 21-August 1, 10am-3pm (Monday through Friday)
• Location: Amazon Campus (South Lake Union)

Curious about public health and what your local health department does? Join Seattle and King County Public Health to explore STEAM career paths in health care with hands-on learning opportunities alongside public health professionals. Students will meet nurses, research scientists, epidemiologists, health educators, program managers, and more.

Who: Youth, ages 16+ from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply

When: August 4-8, 2025 from 9am-3:30pm

Questions?: Contact shayla.holcomb@kingcounty.org

UW offers a series of learning opportunities in computer science during the summer. Browse the options below and click the links to learn more.

Changemakers in Computing (CIC)

Changemakers in Computing (CIC) is a 4-week free summer program for Washington State high school students to learn about technology, society, and justice. Hosted by the University of Washington’s Allen School, Changemakers in Computing aims to increase the participation of underrepresented, economically disadvantaged, and/or future first-generation college students in computer science and engineering. The program is open to all rising juniors and seniors at Washington State high schools.

High School Summer Research

The Allen School High School Summer Research Intern Program is an opportunity for high school students to engage in research being done in the Allen School. Interns will spend about 8 weeks working on a project under the supervision and support of a research mentor. We encourage students who do not have much programming experience or any research experience to apply for the program. We will use the information about background knowledge provided in the application to find the best project match for applicants based on project requirements and applicant experience.

The program is open to all rising junior and senior high school students in Washington state. Applications for the High School Summer Research Internships will open on March 1st and close on March 31st. For more information please check our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Enroll in an Allen School Summer Course

U.S. high school students can earn college credit by taking courses at the University of Washington during Summer Sessions! To be eligible, you must have completed eighth grade or its equivalent by June 30, 2024. You can find the list of Allen School summer courses on our CSE Time Schedules page. To register for Summer Sessions as a high school student at the Seattle campus, follow the steps on the Summer Sessions page.

Seattle Parks and Recreation offers a series of seasonal jobs for high school aged students! Explore camp counselor positions, lifeguard positions, and more on their webpage!

When: Summer 2025 – exact dates vary by program

Come Aboard. Spread Your Wings. Apply to the Port of Seattle High School Internships! Join us for a paid, eight-week hybrid internship program to explore careers at the Port of Seattle in aviation, maritime, governance, and green jobs while learning skills in Project Management, Public Speaking, Networking, and Leadership in Summer 2025

Who: High School students: Must be at least 16 years old, have US Work Authorization

When: July 30 – August 22

Where: Hybrid

Compensation: $20.76 per hour, up to 25 hours/week

One full-time, paid internship is offered to a high school student who has completed their junior or senior year. For 4 weeks, this student will have an opportunity to tour construction sites, attend team meetings and work in a professional environment. Over the course of the month, 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.

Who: 11th – 12th-grade high school students

When: 4 weeks, beginning July 28, 2025, and ending on August 22, 2025

Where: Polson Building – 71 Columbia, 6th Floor Seattle WA, 98104

Compensation: $20.76 hourly rate

Deadline: May 1, 20245

Looking for a fun summer job you can enjoy outdoors? We’ve got you. Our energetic and motivated seasonal team teaches kids how to ride confidently and safely through high-quality bike and trail riding camps. Inspire the next generation to live a life of adventure and make friends while you do it!

Position Title: Camps Aide

Division: Exhibits, Education & Outreach

Department: Camps

Reports to: Education and Camp Programs Supervisor

FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Pay Rate: $20.76/hr

Position Summary

The Camp Aide will ensure smooth camp programing by providing support to classroom educators and camp location site leads as directed. This position upholds our 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. The Camp Aide position will focus on two areas of operations: classroom management and supply inventory.

WA state students can now apply to ACAP Seattle’s free Summer 2024 Residency Week Program for WA high schoolers!

he Accounting Career Awareness Program is pleased to invite applicants from WA state high school students of color to its Summer 2025 Residency Week program at the University of Washington’s Foster School of Business. Our mission is to help underrepresented students realize academic and career opportunities in accounting and business.

This free, week-long residential program for rising WA state high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors introduces participants to accounting and the many opportunities offered in a career field actively seeking to diversify its workforce. Participants reside on campus, learn in and out of the classroom, visit accounting firms, build valuable life skills, and network with other students and diverse professionals while enjoying a taste of campus life.

This program is 100% free and includes housing in campus dorms, food, and all activities. 

Who: 10th, 11th, 12th-grade students

When: July 20-25, 2025

Cost: Free and includes housing in campus dorms, food, and all activities

Deadline: April 4, 2025

Who: 18 to 24 year old students (graduating seniors welcome to apply!)

What: A paid internship that connects young adults to permanent employment opportunities in the maritime industry. Participants get paid an hourly stipend, enjoy case management and employment support as well as resume building and networking opportunities.

When: Rolling Admissions

Questions? Contact Grace Dollente, Youth Engagement Coordinator, at Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle gdollente@urbanleague.org

What: During a free 5-day Nurse Camp, students gain insight into the world of pediatric nursing, having opportunities for observation and hands-on lab skills
Who: Rising 11th or 12th graders who reside in Puget Sound Area and are at least 16 years old by July 14, 2025
When: July 14-18, Monday-Friday 9AM-3PM (lunch provided)
Where: Seattle Children’s Hospital Campus (4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA)
Questions: Email nursecamp@seattlechildrens.org
Deadline: March 28, 2025

Who: Current 10th grade students who are able to commute to downtown Seattle

What: Starting in 2025, the Research Training Program (RTP) is expanding into a two-year, in-person program with scaffolded experiences to introduce high school students in grade 10 to laboratory research. *Note that activities for the 2025-2026 school year and summer 2026 are contingent on available funding.  

• Summer 2025: During the Research Training, students will:
  • Learn how to work in a research laboratory environment at Seattle Children’s Research Institute.
  • Learn about topics including biochemistry, immunotherapy, gene editing and infectious diseases.
  • Participate in workshops on college readiness and career exploration.
  • Conduct their own independent project utilizing the skills they have learned.
• 2025-2026 school year: Students will participate in monthly workshops (in-person and virtual) on topics in Science Communication.
• Summer 2026: During the Research Experience, the trained students will return to work directly alongside research mentors in laboratories at Seattle Children’s Research Institute.

The program provides students with a solid foundation for a future career in biomedical research. Students who participate must commit to participating in all planned activities of the Research Training Program from July 2025 to August 2026.

Students will receive stipends to offset costs for transportation and meals: $2,000 for summer 2025, $200 during the 2025-2026 school year and $2,500 for summer 2026.

When: Applications are due March 9, letters of recommendation are due March 30, and in late April to early May students will be notified of acceptance.

The research training program will take place from Monday, July 13 to Friday, August 14, 2026, from 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. daily.

What: We are offering local high school students the opportunity to participate in our free Scrubs & ’Scopes Camp at Seattle Children’s. During this five-day camp, students will explore various allied health careers by job shadowing medical assistants, pharmacists, laboratory scientists and technicians/technologists in Pharmacy, Radiology, Surgery, Sterile Processing and Anesthesia in a clinical environment, observing as they provide patient care.

Students will also work through interactive, hands-on simulation labs to learn and practice various skills on models such as taking blood pressure and blood oxygen levels; simulating medication compounding for oral and IV medications; using microscopes; and taking X-rays, among other experiences.

Additionally, students will have the opportunity to engage with allied health professionals to ask questions and discuss various education and career paths.
Who: Rising 11th or 12th graders who reside in Puget Sound Area and are at least 16 years old by August 11, 2025
When: August 11-August 15, Monday-Friday 10AM-3PM (lunch provided)
Where: Seattle Children’s Hospital Campus (4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA)
Questions: Email nursecamp@seattlechildrens.org
Deadline: April 11, 2025

What: If you are interested in a career in public sector infrastructure (transportation, engineering, planning, computer science, and more), this is the perfect opportunity to gain valuable on-the-job experience, build your resume and work side-by-side with professional mentors!

Requirements: Must be either a high school 11th or 12th grader

When: Up to 3 months (completed before June 30)

Work Hours: 8-16 hours per week (up to 40 hours per week allowed during school breaks)

Pay: Students can earn up to $4000 depending on hours and length of time worked

Who: To be eligible, each applicant must be between the ages of 16 and 24 at the start of internship, live in Seattle or attend a Seattle Public School or Seattle College (Seattle Central, North Seattle, South Seattle), and live in a household with income at or below 80% Area Median Income.

What: The Seattle Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is currently accepting applications for our Summer Internship Program.  The Summer Internship Program is a 6-week program, giving youth and young adults in the Seattle area the opportunity to gain practical experience to build their resumes and to make potential connections that may advance their career and/or education. 

Pay: Interns will be paid at the City’s minimum wage of $20.76 and will be provided support in accessing public transportation and stable meal options during internship. 

When: Summer Internship program will start July 9, 2025, and end August 25, 2025

Where: The program will include virtual, in-person, and hybrid activities

Deadline: March 21, 2025.  

Questions: Contact 206-386-1375 or SYEP@seattle.gov

What: Uterish is a Seattle-based reproductive justice nonprofit, and we offer a summer internship for self-directed rising juniors and seniors who are passionate about social justice and want to build their editorial and communications skills.

This internship is a great opportunity for students to learn more about social justice, connect with like-minded peers, and develop their professional skills in a collaborative, feminist nonprofit environment. We gladly sign off on volunteer hours, and have coordinated school credit on behalf of interns who have needed it in the past. It is a low-commitment internship (around 5 hours a week) coordinated around the schedule of the interns. Applications are due by March 24th.

When: June-August, 2025

Where: Remote

Questions?: Contact uterusshirts@gmail.com or visit Uterish website

Who: Youth must be 14-18 years old and have interest in learning about urban farming and/or wetlands restoration

What: 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.

When: Spring, Fall, and Summer (see website for exact seasonal date ranges)

Where: The farm is located Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale Street, Seattle, WA 98118

Pay: Participants are paid $19.97 per hour and receive checks bi-weekly.

Deadline: For Summer (5/18), for Fall (8/17)

What: On-the-job training for crafting beverages and serving the community. Learn new skills to get a job!

Who: Students who are 18 years old and older

Pay: Weekly $225 cash stipend

Who: Urban Native Education Alliance was founded in 2008 to engage generations of Native youth through education, culture, and tradition. This internship 8-10 hours per week during spring semester. The internship will focus on career readiness, college preparation and business planning with tribal leaders and business owners.

When: Tuesdays/Thursdays 5:30-8PM (okay to attend one of two days)

Where: North Seattle College

To Apply: Send resume, letter of interest to Sarah Sense-Wilson uneachair@gmail.com. An agreement form as well as a one-page PDF form must be completed and will be sent out upon request.

Deadline: Rolling applications

What: This year, KEXP is offering positions in Audio Production, Design and Marketing, Latin American Content, Library and Archives.

Who: Anyone over the age of 18– no educational requirements

When: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 – Friday, November 21, 2025

Compensation: $22hour and work an average of 15 hours per week (450 hours total)

Where: KEXP’s headquarters at 472 1st Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98109

What: 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 2025 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 15-18

When:

Each session is two weeks long, Monday – Friday each week, unless noted below.

Washington Park Arboretum (WPA)

• Session 1: June 23 – July 3
  • No camp on Friday, July 4th, Independence Day
• Session 2: July 7 – July 18
• Session 3: July 21 – August 1
• Session 4: August 4 – August 15
• Session 5: August 18 – August 29

Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH)

Session 3: July 21 – August 1

Session 1: June 23 – July 3

No camp on Friday, July 4th, Independence Day

Session 2: July 7 – July 18

Where: Washington Park Arboretum and locations around the greater Seattle area

Questions: Contact uwbgeduc@uw.edu

What: UW Nurse Camp is a 1-week summer program that seeks to foster, affirm, and encourage high school sophomores and juniors to pursue a career in nursing at no cost to the camper. Campers will be exposed to clinical, academic, community service activities and much more! Learn more about UW Nurse Camp.  

When: July 14-18 (applications due April 15 by 11:59PM)

How to Apply:

• Complete UW Nurse Camp online application
• Current, official transcript (must be received by due date)
• Completed recommendation form

Activistas – A social justice program for BIPOC girls and gender expansive high school students. Participants will be engaged in activism, explore issues they’re passionate about, and create a youth-led conference and celebration called Girlvolution.

Who: 14 – 19-year-old BIPOC girls

When: 10 weeks (2/25-5/29)

Compensation: $1600

Where: 840 East Denny Way, Suite 102 (near Capitol Hill light rail station)

Deadline: January 28, 2025

STG is now accepting applications for the 5th Annual ELEVATE: a showcase of black and brown youth voices uplifting one another through the art of spoken words.

Format:

• Weekly in person writing sessions starting in March
• Two rehearsals in June followed by a Final Share performance on June 12, 2025

Benefits:

• Payment for participation in the program
• Opportunity to strengthen writing skills and onstage presence
• Mentorship from local artists and mentors
• Open Mic’s + Workshops
• Professional performance experience in a renowned venue
• Highlights on STG’s social and newsletter platforms
• Meals provided at rehearsals and performances
• Possible future performance opportunities throughout the season

Participants of ELEVATE must be 14-20 years old and have a background/ interest or looking to grow confidence in poetry (slam poetry), spoken word, MC, monologue/speech writing, public speaking.

Who: Resident of King County, 16-20 years old

What: Students have the opportunity to gain entry-level work experience and mentorship as cashiers, runners, cooks, and leads at Seattle Mariner’s T-Mobile stadium, earning $19.97-21.30 per hour

Where: Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109

What: Be a Dance Buddy to a neurodiverse or disabled student in an adaptive movement camp. Volunteers will dance, move, ad play with students facilitated by a teacher. They will provide unique support to students to make sure that everyone is safe and engaged

When: Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the week. Typical shifts are listed below:

• Saturdays, 12:45-2:15PM
• Saturdays, 2-3:30PM
• Sundays, 2:45-4:15PM
• Sundays, 3:45PM-5:15PM
• Sundays, 4-5:30PM
• Wednesdays, 4:15-5:45PM

Where: All That Dance, 3012 NE Blakeley St, Seattle, WA 98105

What: Young Women Empowered offers programs in horticulture, writing, and art for teens ages 13-19 in the Greater Seattle area. All of our programs are free to attend and center young women, trans, non-binary, and gender expansive youth. We offer a wide range of topics to explore, but the core themes across all our programs are belonging, wellness, and thriving.

Who: For young women, trans, non-binary, and gender expansive youth ages 13-19. We also offer a summer internship and various community events.

When: Program times/days vary based on track

Where: Locations vary based on track

What: Two pathways to jumpstart a career in biotech. Students gain hands-on training in a biomanufacturing lab, network with industry experts, increase their job opportunities upon completion and earn 9 college credits with free tuition through Running Start. This program can be taken in conjunction with a full-time high school schedule.

• Pathway 1: Basics of Biomanufacturing Certificate (9 months) – HS students learn basic lab techniques in biomanufacturing, explore careers, and interact with industry mentors – for 11th and 12th graders
• Pathway 2: Fred Hutch Lab Technician Certificate (2 years) – Expand upon the basics of the biomanufacturing certificate (pathway 1) by collaborating with scientists at Fred Hutch and expanding hands-on training with cutting edge technologies at Shoreline Community College – for rising seniors

Teen Reading Coaches provide one-on-one tutoring after school, two days each week. They help their assigned student readers improve their reading skills, while also being positive role models and mentors: they care about their readers’ success and show empathy and understanding in their work.

Preference will be given to applications submitted before Sunday, September 22, 2024

Who: Students must live within Seattle City limits or attend schools in Seattle, open to students ages 14-24 with IEP/504 plan and meet income requirements. Students are paid a quarterly stipend and can earn up to $250 in incentives.

When: 9/11-12/20 (current quarter, upcoming quarters TBA) on Mondays from 5-6:30PM on Zoom and Wednesdays from 4PM-6:30PM on Zoom.

Contact: Eugene Choi eugenec@opendoorswa.org or Rachel Lewis rachell@opendoorswa.org.

The Seattle Police Law Enforcement Exploring program aims to bridge the gap between youth and police by educating and involving them in police operations and to interest them in Law Enforcement.

Who: Exploring is for young men and women 14 to 21 years of age with a grade point average of 2.5 or above

When: must attend 2 – 4 monthly meetings in succession.

Cost: Free

Deadline: N/A

Application: If you’re interested, please reach out to Officer Tre Smith, tre.smith@seattle.gov.

Young adults seeking a career as a Seattle firefighter can apply to participate in our department’s cadet programs.

Applications are accepted year round. Applications received February 1-July 31 will be notified of selection decisions in August. Applications received August 1-January 31 will be notified of selection decisions in February.

Who:
To qualify for the program, you must:

• 16 to 20 year old students
• Be in good physical condition (must complete Cadet Program Physical Ability Test)
• Meet required attendance expectations
• Have a strong desire to be a Seattle Firefighter

When: Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m

Where: Joint Training Facility (9401 Myers Way South)

Cost: Initial cost of $95.00 and $10.00 per month in membership dues. There are additional fees for special trips and events. Financial assistance is available

What: A variety of opportunities including media arts club, youth advisory council, and a social media internship (paid). Gay City promotes protective factors that support the development and self-determination of LBGBTQ youth.

What: Femme2STEM is a FREE program geared toward serving female-identified BIPOC youth ages 17 – 24 who are furthest from opportunity by assisting them to overcome institutional barriers and racial & social inequities to explore, plan, and ultimately launch careers in STEM

Who: Female-identified BIPOC youth ages 17 – 24 who are furthest from opportunity and interested in STEM

When: Rolling application

Services offer:

• Career exploration
• STEM college & career readiness
• College & career navigation support
• Academic & social-emotional support
• Internships
• Mentorship and peer support
• Site visits
• Informational interviews

Contact Val: vanderson@ywcaworks.org

For more information, please visit their website