Current opportunities:
Deadline: April 3
Requirements: Grades 10-11. US Work Authorization is required.
Description: Get paid to work in the Sheriff's Department and learn about law enforcement and criminal justice careers. Students will also complete hands-on work and get CPR certified.
Commitment/Cost: July 13-August 14, 25 hours per week. Earn $18 per hour
Read more and apply: https://scsdma.org/summer-enrichment-program-sep-2026/
Candidates must submit, along with a completed application, at least 2 letters of recommendation, from professional or community references, otherwise applications will not be considered for review
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
Deadline: Ongoing until spots are filled
Requirements: Ages 14-18 (cannot turn 19 before September 1). US work authorization is required.
Description: Get paid to work with the Boston Fire Department's Teen Academy. Participate in daily physical training and activities, assist with community service projects, and learn about the firefighter profession.
Commitment/Pay: Monday - Thursday, 25 hours per week, from early July to late August. Earn $15 per hour.
Read more and apply: https://successlink-boston.icims.com/jobs/31710/boston-fire-department/job
Deadline: First come first served until April 24th
Requirements: Grades 10-12, age 16 or older by June 1st US work authorization is required
Description: Summer law internship opportunities in Boston give high school students an inside look at careers in the legal field. Open to students age 16 and older in grades 10–12, these paid internships provide exposure to law offices, courts, and legal organizations, where students may assist with administrative tasks, research projects, case preparation support, and community outreach initiatives (as appropriate).
Interns earn $16–$18 per hour while developing strong skills in critical thinking, communication, professionalism, and attention to detail. Participants gain valuable insight into how the legal system operates and explore potential pathways in law, public policy, and government. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated students interested in justice and advocacy to build foundational experience over the summer.
Commitment/Pay: Full time Monday through Friday for 8 weeks in the summer.
Application: Application.bostonpic.org
Deadline: As soon as possible
Requirements: Age 18 and older. Social Security Number / US Work Authorization required. Able to pass a Massport controlled substances test and security background check.
Description: The Massachusetts Port Authority is offering a 13-week paid summer job opportunity for students who are interested in gaining experience in our Aviation departments. The positions are available at Boston Logan International Airport and East Boston Parks in East Boston as well as Laurence G. Hanscom Field in Bedford. We also have opportunities within our Maritime division, located at the Conley Terminal in South Boston.
These positions are ideal for students who thrive in both indoor and outdoor environments, performing daily maintenance and other operational tasks that keep our airport and maritime facilities functioning smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for students to acquire practical job skills.
Commitment/Pay: 13 weeks in summer, 40 hours per week, Earn $20 per hour
Read more and apply: https://iapiqy.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/123/
Deadline: Ongoing
Requirements: All teens welcome!
Description: 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.
Read more and apply: https://ymcaboston.org/youth-and-family/teen-programs/youth-government/