Community organizations

Current opportunities:

Future bOS Jobs

Deadline: As soon as possible

Requirements: Ages 14-24. US work authorization (social security number) is required.

Description: Looking for an after-school job? Use the City of Boston's FutureBOS youth jobs website to apply for jobs in community organizations throughout Boston! Use the application filters to find the right opportunities for you.

Commitment/Pay: Paid $15 per hour, around 10 hours per week

Application Link: https://www.boston.gov/departments/youth-employment-and-opportunity/youth-jobs

--> Apply for at least 3 jobs on the website to increase your chances of being accepted.

--> We recommend reaching out directly to the community organization to let them know you applied and are interested! See Mr. Perez in the library for help with updating your resume or contacting the community organizations.

--> After your apply, CHECK YOUR EMAIL every day for next steps.

Boston PIC

Deadline: Ongoing until spots are filled

Requirements: You must be age 15+

Attend a Boston Public High School
Be authorized to work in the United States

Description: PIC Career Specialist will place their students at one of our Community-Based Organization where they will work part time after school. Students will also have to participate in Work Readiness Activities with their PIC Career Specialist. * Boston PIC School Year CBO's Begin October 21st*

Schedule: October - May | Monday - Fridays

*Some CBO's may have students work during school breaks and on weekends

Hours: 10 - 15hrs (After school)

*Schedules vary based on CBO

Wage: $15

Apply: PLEASE SPEAK TO YOUR PIC CAREER SPECIALIST IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING-- Email Mr. Perez (Rodney.Perez@bostonpic.org)

Library AIde

Deadline: As soon as possible

Requirements: Age 16 or older. US work authorization (Social Security number) is required.

Description: The Boston Public Library is seeking applicants for part-time positions at the Copley library. Mature, dependable individuals are invited to apply. Daytime, evening, and weekend hours are available depending upon the needs of the department. Knowledge of one or more foreign languages is desirable. Responsibilities include:

Sorting, verifying, shifting, and checking in materials.
Shelving materials.
Retrieving and routing items from shelves.
Answering basic questions and referring to other staff as appropriate.
Operating equipment such as photocopiers, microfilm readers, printers, and scanners.

Commitment/Pay: Up to 18 hours per week, paid $15 per hour

Apply: https://city-boston.icims.com/jobs/30772/library-aide/job (Copley/central library)

YMCA TEEN PROGRAMS

Deadline: Ongoing

Requirements: All teens welcome!

Description: Y ACHIEVERS is a national program that helps young people discover and pursue higher education and career goals by equipping them with the skills needed to succeed and be community role models. Our bi-weekly meetings are intentionally located on the campus of Wentworth Institute of Technology to inspire hope and a belief that a college degree is in all of our student’s futures.

LEADERS CLUB is a character and leadership development program that serves teens ages 12 to 18. It is organized for the purpose of providing knowledge, training and experiences to young people. In this program, our young people become strong leaders in their communities, foster a spirit of service to others and shapes a healthy lifestyle in Mind, Body and Spirit.

YOUTH & GOVERNMENT is nationally accredited program which teaches young people the steps to make social change happen. In this program students participate in a Model Government Conference by acting as a Senator, House Representative, Lobbyist, Judge, Lawyer, Journalist and more. Delegates receive training in these positions through weekly meetings and special training events prior to the conference.

TIKKUN OLAM inspires teens to lead and give back with the For the Culture and Tikkun Olam program at the YMCA. This program empowers youth to tackle social issues through service projects, advocacy, and cultural exploration.

sociedad latina Youth Leaders

Deadline: September 19

Requirements: Grades 9-12. US work authorization (Social Security) may be required for some positions, but options will be available for students who do not have US work authorization.

Description: Do you want to be a youth leader? Apply for a position in the arts, political organizing, health education, or environmental and food justice.

Commitment/Pay: Depends on the program

Read more and apply: https://www.sociedadlatina.org/youth-employment

Jovenes en Accion (Hyde Square Task Force)

Deadline: Apply now for waitlist

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/

ABCD WorkSMART & Summerworks

Deadline: Ongoing until spots are filled

Requirements: Ages 14-21, income-eligible, US work authorization/social security number required

Description: ABCD hires Boston youth for professional training and jobs in a community organization. This is a great opportunity for students who are looking to give back, or who are looking for their first job!

Pay: Paid minimum wage ($15/hour) for an 8-week internship

Apply: If you're interested in the after-school WorkSmart program (which is during the school year), apply at https://abcdyouth.net/ABCDyouth/. If you want to apply for the SummerWorks program, apply at https://bostonabcd.org/service/summerworks-2/. There will be a lottery for the summer jobs, so the sooner you apply, the greater your chance of winning a job in the lottery.

Make sure to check your email and voicemails for follow-up steps!

Kennedy Pool (Somerville) - lifeguard opportunity

Deadline: Contact them to see if spots are still open

Requirements: 16+, Comfortable swimming. (Please note: Possessing a current certification or being a swim team level swimmer is not necessary) US work authorization/social security number required

Description: They are looking for lifeguards and swim instructors at the Kennedy Pool. They offer training and American Red Cross lifeguard certification courses for hired employees

Commitment/Cost: Multiple shifts available in the afternoon, evenings, and weekends.

Must be able to get to the Kennedy School (near Porter Square) for shifts!

Apply: Interested students should send their resumes and a professional email to Stephanie Hudson (shudson@somervillema.gov)

Mission Safe

Deadline: Visit their website for more information

Requirements/Age: Ages 14-21, US work authorization/social security number required

Description: MissionSAFE provides year round programming to youth ages 14-24 through our Youth Leadership Service Corps, Summer of Leadership and Services, and Futures programs. Each program consists of age appropriate activities in the areas of leadership development, education, employment preparation, horizon broadening, and life skills/civic engagement that have been developed to help participants build on their individual assets and resilience and increase their confidence. As a result of these programs our youth are more prepared to succeed academically, socially and professionally.

Read more and apply: https://www.missionsafe.org/ylsc

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