SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES

1. Learn & Earn Summer Youth Employment Program

Who: Ages 14-23; Pittsburgh/Allegheny County residents

Details: Tier 1 age 14 includes career exploration, workshops, job shadowing, and industry tours. Tier 2 ages 15-19 includes real worksite experience up to 120 hours.

Application Period: March 2-June 5, 2026

Program Dates: June 22-August 7, 2026

Link: Learn & Earn Summer Youth Employment Program

Also: Jobs 4 Summer

2. Summer High School U - Neighborhood Learning Alliance

Who: Rising 10th-12th grade low-income students ages 15-19 in Pittsburgh/Allegheny County

Details: Free 8-week program with a college course, tutoring/study skills, and paid work experience. Students can earn $12/hour for 20 hours weekly work experience during 6 of the 8 weeks. Pathways include Health, Business, Technology, and Trades/Robotics/Advanced Manufacturing.

Program Dates: June 16-August 7, 2026

Link: Neighborhood learning

3. Pitt Public Health Science Academy

Who: Current 10th and 11th grade students in Greater Pittsburgh / Western PA

Details: Hands-on public health learning, field trips, research, and faculty mentoring.

Dates: June 22-July 17, 2026, 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Award: $1,000 upon successful completion

Link: Public Health Pitt

4. Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Teen Internship Program

Who: Ages 16-19

Details: Paid internship, $12/hour, 10 hours/week, flexible scheduling, PRT Connect Card

Dates: June 21-August 15, 2026

Link: Carnegie Library Pgh Internship

5. Carnegie Museums Teen Volunteer and Youth Leadership Opportunities

Who: Varies by program

Details: Summer camp assistant roles at Carnegie Museum of Art (16+), Carnegie Museum of Natural History (14+), and Powdermill Nature Reserve (14-19). Additional leadership options include Youth Art Initiative, CMNH Teen Advisory Board, and Warhol Youth Arts Council.

Link: Carnegie Museums Opportunities

6. University of Pittsburgh Architectural Studies Summer Studio

Who: Open to grades 9-12 for Fall 2026

Details: Design problem solving, model building, sketching, software, firm visits, and walking tours

Dates: July 6-July 24, 2026

Cost: No application or program fee

Link: Pitt Architectural Studies Summer Studio

7. Point Park University Human-Centered Design & Engineering Summer Camp

Who: Entering grades 9-12 for Fall 2026 or 2026 graduates

Details: Human-centered design, prototyping, 3D printing, circuits, storytelling, and teamwork

Dates: July 26-31, 2026

Note: Commuter and resident options available; costs apply

Link: PPU Summer Camp

8. UPMC/CNX M.O.V.E.S Program

Who: Students in grades 11 and 12 in the CNX Mentorship Academy program

Details: Internships, externships, volunteer opportunities, job shadowing, and on-site visits with healthcare exposure and professional networking

Link: UMPC/CNX Program

MORE PITTSBURGH-SPECIFIC OPPORTUNITIES

9. Carnegie Mellon CS Scholars

Who: Students age 16+ applying during 10th grade

Details: Fully funded four-week residential summer experience with coding, projects, faculty mentorship, industry engagement, and college-prep seminars

Link: CMU CS Scholars

10. Pitt Investing Now Summer Enrichment

Who: Rising 9th-11th graders with interest in STEAM and a GPA of 2.5 or higher

Details: Hands-on STEAM programming, academic enrichment, college readiness, and year-round support through Pitt's Educational Outreach Center

Link: Pitt Summer Enrichment

11. Kamin Science Center Teen Volunteer Program

Who: Teens ages 14-18

Details: Opportunities in exhibits, visitor engagement, demos, summer camps, and the BNY Fab Lab

Link: Kamin Science Center

12. Magee-Womens Research Institute High School Internship

Who: Local southwest Pennsylvania high school sophomores and juniors age 16+ by program start date

Details: Six-week biomedical research internship with a research project, Lunch & Learn sessions, and a final presentation. Eligible students may receive a stipend.

Link: Magee Womens Research

BEST BETS BY GRADE

Grade 9: Focus on discovery. Try an interview or shadow day, Learn & Earn Tier 1, Pitt Investing Now, architecture/design camps, or museum/science-center volunteering.

Grade 10: Look for a 3-hour exploration. Good options include Summer High School U, Pitt Public Health Science Academy, or Carnegie Library Teen Internship.

Grade 11: Start building your resume. Consider UPMC M.O.V.E.S, Learn & Earn Tier 2, Pitt Public Health, research planning, or leadership opportunities at Carnegie Museums.

Grade 12: Focus on paid internships, work experiences, mentor connections, and resume-building opportunities.

HOW TO BUILD YOUR OWN SHADOW OR MENTOR EXPERIENCE

1. Identify 2-3 local professionals or workplaces in a field you want to explore.

2. Ask a parent, teacher, counselor, or family connection for an introduction.

3. Send a short professional email requesting a shadow day or informational interview.

4. Offer flexible dates and times.

5. Send a thank-you note after the visit.

SAMPLE OUTREACH MESSAGE

Subject: Montour High School Student - Job Shadow Inquiry

Dear [Name],

My name is [Your Name], and I am a rising [Grade] grader at Montour High School. I am interested in learning more about careers in [Field/Industry]. As part of my Future Ready career exploration requirements, I am hoping to schedule a brief job shadow or informational interview this summer. Would you have any availability between [Month] and [Month]? Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

[Your Contact Info]

JUNE ACTION CHECKLIST

- Update your resume

- Request a work permit if needed

- Gather required documents for applications

- Make a transportation plan

- Email a professional to request a shadow day

- Complete Naviance reflections and forms

CONTACT

Dr. Kennedi Stevenson

College and Career Readiness Teacher

412-490-6500 x1221

stevensonk@montourschools.com