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Futurebos summer jobs (City of Boston)
Futurebos summer jobs (City of Boston)
Come to the FutureBOS summer jobs fair in the CHS Library on Friday, March 27th during lunch and A/B Block!
Deadline: Ongoing until spots are filled
Requirements: Grades 9-12. US work authorization is required for most, but not all, of the summer jobs
Description: Get paid this summer to work in a community organization or government organization! Jobs are available in every neighborhood and for every area of interest (including community organizing, childcare, summer camp counseling, sports, arts, law enforcement, government, hands-on work, academic enrichment, and more)!
Commitment/Pay: Varies by site
Read more and apply: https://www.boston.gov/departments/youth-employment-and-opportunity/youth-jobs
BOCH CENTER
BOCH CENTER
NEW Deadline: April 22
Requirements: Ages 14-18, in grades 9-12. US work authorization / social security number is required.
Description: The program runs from Monday, July 7 through Friday, August 15. Teen Leaders will meet: Mondays–Thursdays 9:30 am-4:30 pm and Fridays 9:30am-1:30pm. Boch Center Shubert Theatre at 265 Tremont Street in Boston’s Theatre District near the Boylston (Green Line) and Tufts Medical (Orange Line) T stops Teens Leaders will develop skills to succeed as community leaders through advocacy, college and career readiness, and performing arts training in dance, music and acting while earning $15* an hour for 25 hours per week. Teens will teach interactive workshops for children in Boston community centers and present an original performance tour throughout Boston. The summer concludes with a Final Showcase created and performed by the Teen Leaders at the Boch Center Shubert Theatre
More info: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CSLPapp_26
boston pic
boston pic
Deadline: First come first serve until April 24th
Requirements: Grades 10-12, age 16 or older by June 1st US work authorization is required
Description: Summer internships in Arts, Design, & Media in Boston offer high school students an exciting opportunity to explore creative careers in professional settings. Open to students age 16 and older in grades 10–12, these paid internships provide hands-on experience in areas such as graphic design, photography, video production, digital media, fashion, illustration, and marketing design.
Interns earn $16–$18 per hour while building creative portfolios, learning industry tools, and collaborating on real projects. Participants develop valuable skills in creativity, visual communication, teamwork, and project management — all while gaining insight into careers in the arts and media industries. This is a great opportunity for motivated students to express their creativity and gain meaningful experience over the summer.
Commitment/Pay: Full time Monday through Friday for 8 weeks in the summer.
Application: Application.bostonpic.org
Sasaki Seed Program
Sasaki Seed Program
Deadline: April 17
Requirements: Grades 9-12. US work authorization/Social Security Number is required.
Description: Do you ever stop to wonder who imagined and created the spaces you live, study, and work in everyday? Are you curious about the way stuff works? Do you find yourself questioning your surroundings and wondering how you can make them better?
We partner with Sasaki, one of the most multi-disciplinary design firms in the industry, to introduce students to the powerful and impactful world of design. Through a six-week paid internship students are guided through a design project by experts in architecture, urban planning, landscape architecture, and much more to gain an understanding of the industry and what it's like to work on a collaborative design project.
Commitment/Pay: Dates: July 6 through August 14, 2026 at 110 Chauncy Street in downtown Boston.
Times: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Hours: 27.5 hours/week
Rate: $15.00/hour
Application: https://tally.so/r/1AVDdp
CSTO Change Creators - Photography job
CSTO Change Creators - Photography job
Deadline: ASAP
Requirements: Ages 14-19. US work authorization (Social Security) is required
Description: Get paid to learn how to use a Canon DSLR camera to take pictures and record videos, use Adobe Photoshop and Final Cut Pro to edit photos and film, and collaborate with others to set up successful community-friendly events such as movie night, film festivals, and end of the cycle presentations.
Commitment/Pay:
July-August, Monday-Friday, 11am-4pm
Earn $15 per hour
Read more and fill out an interest form: https://www.cstoboston.org/change-creators (check your email every day afterwards for an update and next steps)
North End Music & Performing Arts teen internship
North End Music & Performing Arts teen internship
Deadline: As soon as possible
Requirements: Ages 14-18, in grades 9-12. US work authorization / social security number is required.
Description: Assist with musical theater classes for kids! Work as a classroom/teacher's assistant and make music with young students.
Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNJSqKweI8N1rHDqVC1qnVU2cJxG-Cz0W8y1sVWrs993Cf9Q/viewform
Grub Street teen Summer Writing Sessions
Grub Street teen Summer Writing Sessions
Deadline: Ongoing until spots are filled
Requirements: Ages 13-18. Does NOT require US work authorization or Social Security
Description: Free creative writing courses for teens during the summer.
Commitment/Pay:
Two weeks in the summer
Usually costs $750, but free for BPS students if you complete the "Apply for a Scholarship" section
Read more and apply: https://grubstreet.org/write/yawp-week-long-summer-classes
Click the "Apply for a Scholarship" button on your chosen Writing Session page (i.e., 1-4). There are two short narrative responses required, but you can just write "BPS Partner/Charlestown High" instead of writing out narrative response
ICA TEEN Programs
ICA TEEN Programs
Deadline: Various deadlines during the year
Requirements: Ages 14 and older, in grades 9-12. US work authorization / social security number is required.
Description: The ICA offers teen programs throughout the year in photography, music production, video, and more.
More info: https://www.icaboston.org/ica-teens/ica-teens-programs
Museum of Fine Arts - Teen Art classes
Museum of Fine Arts - Teen Art classes
Requirements: Age requirements depend on the class. You do NOT need a social security number to participate.
Description: Join a class at the Museum of Fine Arts, either online or in person, to build your skills in visual arts. Click here to see the class options.
Cost: You can apply for financial aid to cover the cost of a studio art class by following the instructions here: https://www.mfa.org/programs/studio-art-classes/studio-art-scholarship-application
Read more about the MFA's teen programs here: https://www.mfa.org/programs/teen-programs
Jovenes en Accion (Hyde Square Task Force)
Jovenes en Accion (Hyde Square Task Force)
Deadline: Summer application will open soon
Requirements: Grades 8-12. You do NOT need a Social Security number to participate.
Description: JEA is an afterschool and summer program where 8th-12th graders have the opportunity to:
Train in an Afro-Latin art form (either Dance, Music, or Theatre)
Receive free access to Mentoring and Tutoring and College/Career Exploration
Participate in Civic Engagement Workshops
Experience Optional Socio-Emotional Support
Get access to free resources such as (Hygiene & Menstrual products, Perishable food items, Household Necessities, Holiday Resources, and other personal or family needs as they arise)
Commitment/Pay: In Person (30 Sunnyside St, Jamaica Plain). The program is free in the school year, and students get paid in the summer.
For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.hydesquare.org/join-jovenes-en-accion/
Artward Bound
Artward Bound
Deadline: May for summer program (grade 8)
Requirements: Grades 8-10, Income-Eligible
Description: Artward Bound is a free, four-year college prep program for Boston high school students interested in a college education focused on art and design. Students participate in art classes, career workshops, academic tutoring, visits to museums and artist studios, and more. Each summer, Artward Bound students are immersed in six weeks of artmaking and academics on MassArt’s campus.
Commitment/Pay: Program is free! Students in good standing are eligible for financial stipends and can earn college credit after completing a full year with Artward Bound.
More information and application: https://massart.edu/artward-bound/
Artists for humanity
Artists for humanity
Deadline: Ongoing until spots are filled
Requirements: High school students who are at least 14 years old. You must have a Social Security Number/ US work authorization
Description: Artists For Humanity (AFH) employs Boston teens to work with Painting, 3D Design, Graphic Design, Creative Technology, Video Production, Photography, or Print Making. In collaboration with artist/designer mentors, teen apprentices learn new skills, make art and provide creative design services for clients. No artistic experience is necessary, just passion for being creative and learning on the job.
Commitment/Pay: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. during the school year; Monday – Friday from 12:00 noon – 5:30 p.m. during the summer. In person at 100 West 2nd Street, Boston, MA 02127 (3-minute walk from Broadway stop on Red Line).
After a 36-hour unpaid apprenticeship period, teens are paid $15/hour plus commissions to do projects. Here are some examples of things our teens have created.
Apply: Go to AFHBoston.org/teen-jobs and attend an Open House! Location: 100 W 2nd St, South Boston (3-5 min walk from the Broadway T-stop on the red line)
Grub Street Teen Writing Classes
Grub Street Teen Writing Classes
Requirements: Ages 13-18. You do NOT need a social security number to participate.
Description: Teen writers, are you looking for some craft inspiration and new writer friends? Join one of GrubStreet's Saturday writing classes and experience a workshop filled with creativity, community, and the art of storytelling.
Commitment/Pay: Free on Saturdays in person at the GrubStreet center in the Seaport
More information: Visit https://grubstreet.org/write/yawp to read more and apply. The page will be updated as programs become available.
Zumix Music Programs
Zumix Music Programs
Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis
Age/Requirements: Ages 12-18
Description: Free Music Programming: ZUMIX offers free group programming for students age 12-18. These classes include audio/visual technology, songwriting & performance, radio, dance, and rock band courses. Some programs can lead to paid positions. More info and application link at https://www.zumix.org/programs/
Commitment/Pay: Depends on program
Apply at: https://www.zumix.org/register/
YouthBuild Designery
YouthBuild Designery
Deadline: Coming soon
Requirements: Grades 9-12, US work authorization (Social Security Number) required
Description: YBB’s Design Programs include after school and summer sessions, and offer architecture and design exposure for high school students. Participants engage in the design process and learn how design can drive social change and empower communities. Through hands-on projects and mentorship, students explore various design fields, including architecture, urban planning, interior design, and construction
Commitment/Pay: The after school design program lasts 5 weeks and is offered several times throughout the school year. The summer program lasts 7 weeks. Students receive a stipend.
Apply: Read more here, then click on the button to complete the interest form and receive an email notification when the application opens.
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