Student Opportunities and Upcoming Events
Please be sure to check the beginning and end dates of each opportunity!
Fun/Cool Opportunities
Portland Art Museum OK CHALLENGE - The OK CHALLENGE invites students to use their creativity to design an arts-based project that supports inner wellbeing. Here's a short video outlining the contest details. - Due March 31
10 Side Hustle Websites You Should Know About
Digital Skills That Pay the Bills
Post 58 Student Outdoor Club - Portland metro area, open to ages 14-18
How a Time Capsule can Make You Happier!
Volunteer/Community Service
HANDS ON - Greater Portland - Start volunteering now!
Gladstone Senior Center - Located across the street from GHS. See Mrs. Howell for more info and an application.
YouthLine -YouthLine is a free teen-to-teen help, support, and crisis line. You'll receive 63 hours of free training; including certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid, SafeTALK, and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training.
Volunteer at Tryon Creek - Nature Center Ambassadors welcome visitors, provide information and support the Nature Store. Morning and afternoon shifts are available 7 days a week and are flexible to your schedule. Training is provided and no experience is necessary.
Oregon Food Bank
United States Senate Youth Program
Open to juniors and seniors interested in pursuing careers in public service, history or political science. For the 2021-2022 school year, two delegates will receive a $10,000 college scholarship and attend an all-expenses paid trip to Washington D.C. on March 5-12, 2022.
Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Volunteer Application -If you are 16 or older and interested in volunteering at one of the hospitals at Kaiser Sunnyside, click on the link and fill out the form.
Camp Counselor at Camp Hope America - Oregon
Work with youth who have been impacted by trauma. Build valuable leadership and relationship development skills and earn an upwards of 215 volunteer hours. Email: [email protected] or call 503-908-9411 for more information.
Online Volunteer Opportunities - Make a meaningful impact in your community, boost your resume, and gain practical experience by collaborating with others - flexible and accessible from wherever you are.
Legacy Health Systems
Oregon Health Science University (OHSU)
Free Geek
Youth Preparedness Council
Local Community Service Hours
The Milwaukie Elks Lodge is always looking for extra help at numerous events throughout the year. Contact Jennifer Helsing: [email protected]
What You Need to Know About Volunteer Hours for College
Internships
Providence Paid Internship Opportunities - Entry level roles for students who have completed high school or their GED. Internship takes place June 17-June 28 2024
Bank of America Student Leaders Program - Student Leaders program helps to prepare a diverse pipeline of community-minded young students to be successful in the workforce through leadership training and work experience. Applications due: January 28,2022
ASE (Apprenticeships in Science & Engineering) Internship Program - Applications open Jan. 10, 2022
Ted R. Lilley CURE Internships - Hands-on research experiences for students with a Knight Cancer Institute faculty member.
Multnomah County Health Department Internship Program
The Health Department Internship Program provides an opportunity for high school, college and graduate level students to apply classroom activities in a government agency environment. Participating students are placed under experienced professionals where they develop skills needed to excel in the health field.
I AM Boeing Tech Prep
Tech Prep is a summer student development program for high school juniors who have their eye on a future in aerospace manufacturing. The Boeing Company management and the International Associate of Machinists and Aerospace Workers are proud to be sponsors this program in the Portland, Oregon metro area.
Portland Workforce Alliance - Mentor & Internship opportunities for high school students.
Clackamas Library Internship - Seeking energetic student to participate in a paid internship
Project Insight - Explore the different fields related to eye health, vision care, and/or working with populations experiencing visual impairment. Stipends provide.
Bureau of Land Management - seeking student trainees in civil engineering, public affairs, information technology, survey, administration, land law examiner, natural resources, land surveyor, wildland fire, GIS, human resources, grant management, contracting, budget, and environment protection.
Knight Scholars Program at OHSU - The Knight Scholars program offers high school students an opportunity to explore careers in the fields of cancer research, treatment and prevention. Students are paid a stipend and housed in residence halls while at OHSU each summer.
Ted R. Lilley CURE Program - Hands-on research for high school students. This is an eight-week research program that runs from June-August and has a paid 40 hour/week stipend.
Linkedin -Summer Internships located in and around Portland.
Where to Find Internships - Here are a few great places you can start your internship search
Industry-sponsored Career Mentor Program or Career Exploration
ACE Mentor Program - If you're interested in architecture, construction or engineering this is your chance to explore these fields and receive mentoring from a professional in the field.
UPTURN - UPTURN is an 8-week (3-hours per week) paid workshop series with an introductory course into organizing 101 that centers individual transformation, collective power building, and radical imagination! This series is an introductory course into community organizing. Apps due March 5th
ITE Young Entrepreneurs - Learn from industry leaders and entrepreneurs in this project-based curriculum
ChickTech: High School - Access to technology career opportunities
Nordstrom Fashion Ambassador Program
Milwaukie Police Cadet Program - The Cadet program is open to young adults 15-20 years old with an interest in Public Safety.
Portland Police Cadet Program - Develop and understanding and appreciation of the criminal justice system, Oregon Laws, and the professional ethics and skills applied to law enforcement. Timeframe: January-April, must be 16 before Jan. 31st.
Clackamas County Sheriff's Office Cadet Program - Learn about law enforcement by observing, assisting, and working at various community events.
Portland Fire & Rescue Cadet Program
Portland Metro Fire Camp - enforcement by observing, assisting, and working at various community events.
The American Legion's BOYS STATE - Gain leadership experience and character development while learning about state government and citizenship.
Employment
Summer Works -Summer works is a paid summer internship program for youth ages 16-24 in the Portland Metro area.
Clackamas Workforce Partnership
Target Paying Employees' Full college Tuition, Books Included Target will pay for tuition, fees, and books, for all employees, stating their first day of work.
Papa Murphy's
Your local Papa Murphy's is hiring. Very flexible working hours and great pay plus tips! Open for students to apply ages 15 and up.
Contact Jamie Snook at 503-997-4051
Oregon Zoo Job Opportunity - Zoo Animal Presenters (ZAP) Job Application 2022 App due: Jan 25, 2022
the ZAP program is a paid internship opportunity for ages 15-16 interested in conservation, teaching, and/or working with animals!
The Oregon Golf Club
Part-time to Full-time, primarily weekends and evenings.
Roadrunner Pizza - Gladstone
Hiring production workers who are 18 years or older. You will work independently or as a team to fulfill customer orders efficiently and on time.
Portland Parks & Recreation
PDX Youth Summer Works -Summer Works is a paid summer internship program for youth ages 16-24
Oaks Park
Youth Conservation Crew
Greenspaces Restoration & Urban Naturalist Team
Job Fairs & Events Local and state hiring events.
Portland Workforce Alliance YOUTH CAREER EXPO
Oregon Tradeswomen Career Fair
Oregon Department of Transportation
Search "litter patrol". Must be 16 years or older. $15.25/hr
Trackers Earth Portland
Summer camp jobs for teens. Teen Intern (14 years & up $15.00-$15.25/hr) and Teen Lead (16 years & up $17.25-$23.25/hr).
West Linn Parks & Rec - Must be 16 to apply
YMCA Employment Opportunities
Summer camp positions and more.
ODOT Summer Work - Crew Leader and Crew Member openings - $15.81-$16.26/hr - search "litter patrol".
Indeed list of Camp Counselor Jobs
City of Gladstone - Public Works - Temporary Seasonal Employee - Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid Oregon driver's license.
Have a First Job? Make Your Money Work for You.
Oregon’s minimum wage depends on where the employee performs the work — beginning July 1, those rates are:
PDX Local Amazon Opportunities
Additional Opportunities
Clackamas C-TEC Student Opportunities - Tons of student opportunities listed here!
Career Days organized by Portland Workforce Alliance
Oregon Engineers Week
Oregon World of Work industry chats - Search for, and attend hundreds of career topics
Providence Virtual Career Highlights - Interested in the health care field? Learn more by visiting the webpage.
Northwest Youth Corps
Paid Service-Learning Programs for youth and young Adults
Clackamas Scholars Programs - Are you b/w the ages of 16-24? Learn about tuition free programs you may qualify for at Clackamas Community College
FREE NCRC (National Career Readiness Certificate) testing in Clackamas County. The NCRC is a certificate that individuals can use to demonstrate skills to potential employers. It can be a great addition to a resume and some businesses in Clackamas County specify “NCRC Preferred” in job postings.
Be the Greater Good - For seniors who may be undecided about their plans after high school
This national service program (federal) is dedicated to building young leaders, serving disadvantaged communities, increasing job skills, and providing opportunities to earn money for education.
Apply to Be a Confluence Americoprs Member in Portland
Saturday Academy
Hands-on Learning! Educational opportunities to all students in grades 2-12 throughout the Portland Metro Area. In-depth, hands-on classes, camps and full-day workshops are taught by community experts dedicated to sharing their passion and inspiring curiosity.
Portland Rose Festival Court Application
Reed College Young Scholars Program
Selected high school students who are ready for part-time rigorous college study are encouraged to apply.
3 Podcasts to Help You Get Your Finances In Order
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Summer Opportunities:
ECMC The College Place is open all year - including the summers! Sign up for communications and support
Class of 2022 will receive support through our "Summer Melt" communication campaign to keep you on track to begin your education journey.
Class of 2023 will walk through creating a "college" list, crafting their personal statements, planning their scholarship process, and preparing to complete the FAFSA.
Classes 2024-2025 will get periodic communication regarding enrichment opportunities, scholarships and self assessments.
*How to Get a Summer Internship*
Oregon Summer Programs -List of summer camps & programs in Oregon to help you learn something new, build your leadership skills, explore careers and have fun!
More Summer Opportunities!
UPLIFT Leadership Career Summit - June 29-July 2 - This is a four-day workshop for those who want to learn, grow and explore their professional potential. The workshop is ideal for those who are still deciding what path to pursue. You will explore careers, industries and build job preparedness skills. This includes finding your professional purpose, getting hired, building a fulfilling career and pursuing education-advancement opportunities.
Summer Camps @ Clackamas Community College
Summer 2023 Young Scholar Program - this year's program will address computer science and career opportunities in healthcare and other fields. Beginning July 8 - August 6, 2023, all sessions will be held online and only on weekends. The program is completely free and has no restriction on income or GPA.
Portland State University - Summer Business Institute
Engage in discussions with local business leaders, participate in virtual and physical site-visits to local businesses, go through college-level coursework, connect with peers and compete in a Shark-Tank style pitch competition.
Camp Counselor at Camp Hope America - Oregon
Work with youth who have been impacted by trauma. Build valuable leadership and relationship development skills and earn an upwards of 215 volunteer hours. Email: [email protected] or call 503-908-9411 for more information.
Northwest Youth Corps - Community Programs
University of Alabama Minerva Young Women's Business Summer Program - A week-long residential academic camp for rising female high school seniors to encourage and develop their leadership skills and expose them to business as a major and career path, with an emphasis on areas where women are underrepresented, including leadership
Girls Who Code
1.) 2-week summer immersion program hosts current 9th-11th graders in live virtual classrooms led by industry-leading companies.
2.) Self-paced program offers independent study and real-world projects for current 9th-12th graders to earn beginner-level badges in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for web development or an intermediate-level bade in Python for cyber security.
University of Oregon: Summer Academy to Inspire Learning (SAIL)
Find your Future in Healthcare - Join Virtual Medquest 2022
When: June 20th-23rd Who: Oregon High School Students Cost: $50.00 (Scholarships Available)
Oregon State University: JumpstART - Classes in drawing, painting, digital animation, color theory, printmaking and photography
Summer Works -Summer works is a paid summer internship program for youth ages 16-24 in the Portland Metro area.
Oregon State University Summer Veterinary Experience
OSU Cascades Summer Academy - 4 tracks to choose from - Scholarships available
Portland State University Invention Bootcamp
Invention Bootcamp is an intensive education experience for high school students. Students learn basic skills to develop a prototype by completing class-wide projects.
MedQuest Health Career Exploration Camp - Do you dream of being a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, dentist, physician assistant, radiology tech, dental hygienist or other healthcare provider? Watch an informational video here Registration closes April 29th - Camp is virtual!
Portland State Summer Business Institute
An on-campus experience for college-bound rising sophomores and juniors that identify as one or more of the following: first generation, student of color, LGBTQ, Pell Grant eligible, undocumented student.
Oregon State University High Desert Youth Range Camp
High school students grades 9-12, will get a 4 day natural resources hands-on experience learning from experts in the sagebrush steppe ecosystem, everything from soils to plants to animal grazing, and so many things in between. You will earn 2 college credits while there and it only costs $50!
Portland State & Transportation Research & Education Center Summer Opportunities
Click on the link above to see several events and workshops from March through July! All events are FREE!
General 2023 summer Camp Resources
GRAMMY Camp
GRAMMY Camp Los Angeles is a 5-day nonresidential summer music industry program for high school students interested in having a career in music. Hosted on the campus of USC Thornton School of Music in LA. Possible career tracks: Audio Engineering, Electronic Music Production, Songwriting, Performance - Vocal, Music Journalism, Video Production & Motion Graphics, Music Business, Performance - Instrumental.
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Portland Art Museum OK CHALLENGE - The OK CHALLENGE invites students to use their creativity to design an arts-based project that supports inner wellbeing. Here's a short video outlining the contest details. - Due March 31
10 Side Hustle Websites You Should Know About
Digital Skills That Pay the Bills
Post 58 Student Outdoor Club - Portland metro area, open to ages 14-18
How a Time Capsule can Make You Happier!
Volunteer/Community Service
HANDS ON - Greater Portland - Start volunteering now!
Gladstone Senior Center - Located across the street from GHS. See Mrs. Howell for more info and an application.
YouthLine -YouthLine is a free teen-to-teen help, support, and crisis line. You'll receive 63 hours of free training; including certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid, SafeTALK, and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training.
Volunteer at Tryon Creek - Nature Center Ambassadors welcome visitors, provide information and support the Nature Store. Morning and afternoon shifts are available 7 days a week and are flexible to your schedule. Training is provided and no experience is necessary.
Oregon Food Bank
United States Senate Youth Program
Open to juniors and seniors interested in pursuing careers in public service, history or political science. For the 2021-2022 school year, two delegates will receive a $10,000 college scholarship and attend an all-expenses paid trip to Washington D.C. on March 5-12, 2022.
Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Volunteer Application -If you are 16 or older and interested in volunteering at one of the hospitals at Kaiser Sunnyside, click on the link and fill out the form.
Camp Counselor at Camp Hope America - Oregon
Work with youth who have been impacted by trauma. Build valuable leadership and relationship development skills and earn an upwards of 215 volunteer hours. Email: [email protected] or call 503-908-9411 for more information.
Online Volunteer Opportunities - Make a meaningful impact in your community, boost your resume, and gain practical experience by collaborating with others - flexible and accessible from wherever you are.
Legacy Health Systems
Oregon Health Science University (OHSU)
Free Geek
Youth Preparedness Council
Local Community Service Hours
The Milwaukie Elks Lodge is always looking for extra help at numerous events throughout the year. Contact Jennifer Helsing: [email protected]
What You Need to Know About Volunteer Hours for College
Internships
Providence Paid Internship Opportunities - Entry level roles for students who have completed high school or their GED. Internship takes place June 17-June 28 2024
Bank of America Student Leaders Program - Student Leaders program helps to prepare a diverse pipeline of community-minded young students to be successful in the workforce through leadership training and work experience. Applications due: January 28,2022
ASE (Apprenticeships in Science & Engineering) Internship Program - Applications open Jan. 10, 2022
Ted R. Lilley CURE Internships - Hands-on research experiences for students with a Knight Cancer Institute faculty member.
Multnomah County Health Department Internship Program
The Health Department Internship Program provides an opportunity for high school, college and graduate level students to apply classroom activities in a government agency environment. Participating students are placed under experienced professionals where they develop skills needed to excel in the health field.
I AM Boeing Tech Prep
Tech Prep is a summer student development program for high school juniors who have their eye on a future in aerospace manufacturing. The Boeing Company management and the International Associate of Machinists and Aerospace Workers are proud to be sponsors this program in the Portland, Oregon metro area.
Portland Workforce Alliance - Mentor & Internship opportunities for high school students.
Clackamas Library Internship - Seeking energetic student to participate in a paid internship
Project Insight - Explore the different fields related to eye health, vision care, and/or working with populations experiencing visual impairment. Stipends provide.
Bureau of Land Management - seeking student trainees in civil engineering, public affairs, information technology, survey, administration, land law examiner, natural resources, land surveyor, wildland fire, GIS, human resources, grant management, contracting, budget, and environment protection.
Knight Scholars Program at OHSU - The Knight Scholars program offers high school students an opportunity to explore careers in the fields of cancer research, treatment and prevention. Students are paid a stipend and housed in residence halls while at OHSU each summer.
Ted R. Lilley CURE Program - Hands-on research for high school students. This is an eight-week research program that runs from June-August and has a paid 40 hour/week stipend.
Linkedin -Summer Internships located in and around Portland.
Where to Find Internships - Here are a few great places you can start your internship search
Industry-sponsored Career Mentor Program or Career Exploration
ACE Mentor Program - If you're interested in architecture, construction or engineering this is your chance to explore these fields and receive mentoring from a professional in the field.
UPTURN - UPTURN is an 8-week (3-hours per week) paid workshop series with an introductory course into organizing 101 that centers individual transformation, collective power building, and radical imagination! This series is an introductory course into community organizing. Apps due March 5th
ITE Young Entrepreneurs - Learn from industry leaders and entrepreneurs in this project-based curriculum
ChickTech: High School - Access to technology career opportunities
Nordstrom Fashion Ambassador Program
Milwaukie Police Cadet Program - The Cadet program is open to young adults 15-20 years old with an interest in Public Safety.
Portland Police Cadet Program - Develop and understanding and appreciation of the criminal justice system, Oregon Laws, and the professional ethics and skills applied to law enforcement. Timeframe: January-April, must be 16 before Jan. 31st.
Clackamas County Sheriff's Office Cadet Program - Learn about law enforcement by observing, assisting, and working at various community events.
Portland Fire & Rescue Cadet Program
Portland Metro Fire Camp - enforcement by observing, assisting, and working at various community events.
The American Legion's BOYS STATE - Gain leadership experience and character development while learning about state government and citizenship.
Employment
Summer Works -Summer works is a paid summer internship program for youth ages 16-24 in the Portland Metro area.
Clackamas Workforce Partnership
Target Paying Employees' Full college Tuition, Books Included Target will pay for tuition, fees, and books, for all employees, stating their first day of work.
Papa Murphy's
Your local Papa Murphy's is hiring. Very flexible working hours and great pay plus tips! Open for students to apply ages 15 and up.
Contact Jamie Snook at 503-997-4051
Oregon Zoo Job Opportunity - Zoo Animal Presenters (ZAP) Job Application 2022 App due: Jan 25, 2022
the ZAP program is a paid internship opportunity for ages 15-16 interested in conservation, teaching, and/or working with animals!
The Oregon Golf Club
Part-time to Full-time, primarily weekends and evenings.
Roadrunner Pizza - Gladstone
Hiring production workers who are 18 years or older. You will work independently or as a team to fulfill customer orders efficiently and on time.
Portland Parks & Recreation
PDX Youth Summer Works -Summer Works is a paid summer internship program for youth ages 16-24
Oaks Park
Youth Conservation Crew
Greenspaces Restoration & Urban Naturalist Team
Job Fairs & Events Local and state hiring events.
Portland Workforce Alliance YOUTH CAREER EXPO
Oregon Tradeswomen Career Fair
Oregon Department of Transportation
Search "litter patrol". Must be 16 years or older. $15.25/hr
Trackers Earth Portland
Summer camp jobs for teens. Teen Intern (14 years & up $15.00-$15.25/hr) and Teen Lead (16 years & up $17.25-$23.25/hr).
West Linn Parks & Rec - Must be 16 to apply
YMCA Employment Opportunities
Summer camp positions and more.
ODOT Summer Work - Crew Leader and Crew Member openings - $15.81-$16.26/hr - search "litter patrol".
Indeed list of Camp Counselor Jobs
City of Gladstone - Public Works - Temporary Seasonal Employee - Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid Oregon driver's license.
Have a First Job? Make Your Money Work for You.
Oregon’s minimum wage depends on where the employee performs the work — beginning July 1, those rates are:
- $14.75 per hour in the Portland Metro Area – the parts of Clackamas, Multnomah & Washington counties within the urban growth boundary
- $13.50 per hour – Benton, Clatsop, Columbia, Deschutes, Hood River, Jackson, Josephine, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Polk, Tillamook, Wasco, Yamhill counties plus the parts of Clackamas, Multnomah, & Washington outside the urban grown boundary
- $12.50 per hour – Baker, Coos, Crook, Curry, Douglas, Gilliam, Grant, Harney, Jefferson, Klamath, Lake, Malheur, Morrow, Sherman, Umatilla, Union, Wallowa, Wheeler counties
PDX Local Amazon Opportunities
Additional Opportunities
Clackamas C-TEC Student Opportunities - Tons of student opportunities listed here!
Career Days organized by Portland Workforce Alliance
Oregon Engineers Week
Oregon World of Work industry chats - Search for, and attend hundreds of career topics
Providence Virtual Career Highlights - Interested in the health care field? Learn more by visiting the webpage.
Northwest Youth Corps
Paid Service-Learning Programs for youth and young Adults
Clackamas Scholars Programs - Are you b/w the ages of 16-24? Learn about tuition free programs you may qualify for at Clackamas Community College
FREE NCRC (National Career Readiness Certificate) testing in Clackamas County. The NCRC is a certificate that individuals can use to demonstrate skills to potential employers. It can be a great addition to a resume and some businesses in Clackamas County specify “NCRC Preferred” in job postings.
Be the Greater Good - For seniors who may be undecided about their plans after high school
This national service program (federal) is dedicated to building young leaders, serving disadvantaged communities, increasing job skills, and providing opportunities to earn money for education.
Apply to Be a Confluence Americoprs Member in Portland
Saturday Academy
Hands-on Learning! Educational opportunities to all students in grades 2-12 throughout the Portland Metro Area. In-depth, hands-on classes, camps and full-day workshops are taught by community experts dedicated to sharing their passion and inspiring curiosity.
Portland Rose Festival Court Application
Reed College Young Scholars Program
Selected high school students who are ready for part-time rigorous college study are encouraged to apply.
3 Podcasts to Help You Get Your Finances In Order
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Summer Opportunities:
ECMC The College Place is open all year - including the summers! Sign up for communications and support
Class of 2022 will receive support through our "Summer Melt" communication campaign to keep you on track to begin your education journey.
Class of 2023 will walk through creating a "college" list, crafting their personal statements, planning their scholarship process, and preparing to complete the FAFSA.
Classes 2024-2025 will get periodic communication regarding enrichment opportunities, scholarships and self assessments.
*How to Get a Summer Internship*
Oregon Summer Programs -List of summer camps & programs in Oregon to help you learn something new, build your leadership skills, explore careers and have fun!
More Summer Opportunities!
UPLIFT Leadership Career Summit - June 29-July 2 - This is a four-day workshop for those who want to learn, grow and explore their professional potential. The workshop is ideal for those who are still deciding what path to pursue. You will explore careers, industries and build job preparedness skills. This includes finding your professional purpose, getting hired, building a fulfilling career and pursuing education-advancement opportunities.
Summer Camps @ Clackamas Community College
Summer 2023 Young Scholar Program - this year's program will address computer science and career opportunities in healthcare and other fields. Beginning July 8 - August 6, 2023, all sessions will be held online and only on weekends. The program is completely free and has no restriction on income or GPA.
Portland State University - Summer Business Institute
Engage in discussions with local business leaders, participate in virtual and physical site-visits to local businesses, go through college-level coursework, connect with peers and compete in a Shark-Tank style pitch competition.
Camp Counselor at Camp Hope America - Oregon
Work with youth who have been impacted by trauma. Build valuable leadership and relationship development skills and earn an upwards of 215 volunteer hours. Email: [email protected] or call 503-908-9411 for more information.
Northwest Youth Corps - Community Programs
University of Alabama Minerva Young Women's Business Summer Program - A week-long residential academic camp for rising female high school seniors to encourage and develop their leadership skills and expose them to business as a major and career path, with an emphasis on areas where women are underrepresented, including leadership
Girls Who Code
1.) 2-week summer immersion program hosts current 9th-11th graders in live virtual classrooms led by industry-leading companies.
2.) Self-paced program offers independent study and real-world projects for current 9th-12th graders to earn beginner-level badges in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for web development or an intermediate-level bade in Python for cyber security.
University of Oregon: Summer Academy to Inspire Learning (SAIL)
Find your Future in Healthcare - Join Virtual Medquest 2022
When: June 20th-23rd Who: Oregon High School Students Cost: $50.00 (Scholarships Available)
Oregon State University: JumpstART - Classes in drawing, painting, digital animation, color theory, printmaking and photography
Summer Works -Summer works is a paid summer internship program for youth ages 16-24 in the Portland Metro area.
Oregon State University Summer Veterinary Experience
OSU Cascades Summer Academy - 4 tracks to choose from - Scholarships available
Portland State University Invention Bootcamp
Invention Bootcamp is an intensive education experience for high school students. Students learn basic skills to develop a prototype by completing class-wide projects.
MedQuest Health Career Exploration Camp - Do you dream of being a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, dentist, physician assistant, radiology tech, dental hygienist or other healthcare provider? Watch an informational video here Registration closes April 29th - Camp is virtual!
Portland State Summer Business Institute
An on-campus experience for college-bound rising sophomores and juniors that identify as one or more of the following: first generation, student of color, LGBTQ, Pell Grant eligible, undocumented student.
Oregon State University High Desert Youth Range Camp
High school students grades 9-12, will get a 4 day natural resources hands-on experience learning from experts in the sagebrush steppe ecosystem, everything from soils to plants to animal grazing, and so many things in between. You will earn 2 college credits while there and it only costs $50!
Portland State & Transportation Research & Education Center Summer Opportunities
Click on the link above to see several events and workshops from March through July! All events are FREE!
General 2023 summer Camp Resources
GRAMMY Camp
GRAMMY Camp Los Angeles is a 5-day nonresidential summer music industry program for high school students interested in having a career in music. Hosted on the campus of USC Thornton School of Music in LA. Possible career tracks: Audio Engineering, Electronic Music Production, Songwriting, Performance - Vocal, Music Journalism, Video Production & Motion Graphics, Music Business, Performance - Instrumental.
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Are you a leader in STEM, outdoor curious or are budding scientists?
The Mount St. Helens Institute is non-profit organization that advances stewardship and understanding of the Earth through science, education, and exploration. We work closely with our partners in the US Forest Service and US Geological Survey to create authentic learning experiences for all youth!
BackcountryGirls | A backpacking and art adventure for high school girls, with five nights in the backcountry learning the art of leadership, creative problem solving and living outdoors
Summer Ecology Program | An adventuresome field ecology camp for high schoolers to work alongside researchers in the Mount St. Helens blast zone
The Mount St. Helens Institute is non-profit organization that advances stewardship and understanding of the Earth through science, education, and exploration. We work closely with our partners in the US Forest Service and US Geological Survey to create authentic learning experiences for all youth!
BackcountryGirls | A backpacking and art adventure for high school girls, with five nights in the backcountry learning the art of leadership, creative problem solving and living outdoors
Summer Ecology Program | An adventuresome field ecology camp for high schoolers to work alongside researchers in the Mount St. Helens blast zone
Young Leaders Program
Young Leaders provides an educational portal for youth of all backgrounds to learn personal and professional leadership, civic awareness, and governance though a collegiate-level exploration of what it means for humanity to "self govern."
Bezos Scholars Program What's Your Big Idea? Ready to create positive change in your community? The Bezos Scholars Program is a year-long leadership development program. 17 students are selected from across the U.S. to launch local change projects that align their unique passion with meeting a community need.
Providence School Outreach Program
Providence School Outreach connects career seekers of all ages to health care careers through experiential learning.
Young Leaders provides an educational portal for youth of all backgrounds to learn personal and professional leadership, civic awareness, and governance though a collegiate-level exploration of what it means for humanity to "self govern."
Bezos Scholars Program What's Your Big Idea? Ready to create positive change in your community? The Bezos Scholars Program is a year-long leadership development program. 17 students are selected from across the U.S. to launch local change projects that align their unique passion with meeting a community need.
Providence School Outreach Program
Providence School Outreach connects career seekers of all ages to health care careers through experiential learning.
More Opportunities
- Camp Yakety Yak is looking for volunteers this summer. Interested in educational or therapeutic careers? This would be a great fit.
- Free Geek’s volunteers bring home a computer after 24 hours of volunteering
- Multnomah County Library, join Summer Reads
- Oregon Zoo has many volunteer opportunities for youth.
- Pixie Project- Perfect if you love cats and dogs!
- Project Lemonade, volunteer opportunities to support efforts to supply foster kids with clothes and school supplies
- Portland branding agency, FINE, offers job shadow opportunity
Out of State Enrichment Opportunities
Phillips Exeter Academy Summer School
The Summer School seeks students who are motivated to learn and prepared to contribute fully to classroom work and the community. ACCESS EXETER, a program of accelerated study in the arts and sciences, offers students entering grades eight and nine access to a wide range of resources available at Phillips Exeter Academy. Programs include: A greener Earth, The Land and the Sea, Problem-Solving: an Odyssey of the Mind, A Global Community, The Creative Arts: Let Your Spirit Soar, and Exeter C.S.I.: Crime Scene Investigation.
EMBRY-RIDDLE Spy Camp
Have you ever dreamed of being a spy? Does working undercover sound like a career you would like? This summer students can immerse themselves in the world of security and intelligence with this six-day, overnight camp program. This program is open to students ages 15-18. The tuition pays for all meals, lodging, instruction, materials and all activities.
Be sure to also check out HELICOPTER EXPLORATION CAMP open to ages 14-18.
FIDM Summer Programs for High School Students
You've got to check out FIDM's 3 days of Fashion. It's 3 non-stop days of fashion, fun, and learning! Not only will you participate in hands-on workshops taught by renowned FIDM instructors, you'll mix and mingle with indurstry professionals, giving you the competitive edge you want. There are four FIDM locations and all four have different dates. Visit the website for more information.
OTIS College of Art and Design - Summer of Art
An intensive four-week, pre-college program for students ages 15 and older who wish to experience what it is like to study at one of the top art and design colleges in the country. Serious young artists seeking to strengthen and enhance their art and design skills, as well as students with limited art training, are invited to participate.
Boston University Summer Term
This is a six-week residential program in which students take two Boston University undergraduate courses, earning up to eight transferable college credits. Students work in a lab conducting scientific research under the guidance of a mentor. Learn about more programs offered at their website.
Summer Experiences at Washington University in St. Louis
Experience Washington University the summer after your sophomore, junior, or senior year. Live in a residence hall and enjoy social and cultural opportunities with other scholars from around the world. Explore a specialized interest while living on campus in Writing, Pre-Medical, Global Leadership or Pre-Engineering and earn college credit.
New Worlds Emerge
Get a taste of college life. Immerse yourself in college life this summer at UCLA. Choose from one of three exciting programs and spend your days taking college courses alongside current UCLA undergraduates, participating in UCLA's renowned recreational programs, or working out next to NCAA college athletes at the gym. You'll meet new friends, challenge yourself academically, earn college credit, enjoy Southern California's beaches, and get a taste of what college life is all about. New Worlds is part of WorldStrides, the largest and most trusted educational travel organization in the nation offering educational travel, service learning, language immersion, study abroad, career exploration, and college credit.
Adventures Abroad
The world awaits. It’s not just where we travel and explore, but more importantly, how we do it. Unforgettable fun and adventure are the easy part. Our trips go beyond camp and the classroom, bringing education, skill building and achievement to the real world. Suit up, clip in, and learn your way to memories, accomplishments and friendships that last a lifetime. This program is for middle school, high school, and college students.
Franklin College Summer Program
Franklin summer programs include introductory through advanced courses in Political Science and Economics; Art and Art History; Literature and Culture; Communications; and Business, Marketing and Information Systems, as well as dynamic language immersion programs— where you can study and socialize 24/7 in another language…and live in the Italian-speaking city of Lugano. Between the first of June and the end of July, you may choose summer courses from two 4-week sessions. Please see the website for more information.
Cornell University Summer College - Programs for High School Students
Three and six-week programs for talented high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Choose now from more than 20 programs and 60 Cornell courses offered between June 21 and August 5, 2014.Some of the program options include architecture, art and design, business, engineering, environmental studies, history and politics, hotel management, humanities, law and government, medicine, psychology, research and science, veterinary medicine, and animal science. This summer course allows students to earn three to six college credits; live, study, and play on one of the nation's most beautiful campuses; and enjoy the best summer of your life!
Junior State of America Summer Program
High achieving students have the opportunity to strengthen their leadership skills, study with university professors and gain familiarity with the college living experience. Students from all around the country who share similar interests in current events and civic engagement learn together in these residential, academic programs. JSA Summer Programs help prepare students for future success at all levels - high school, college, and beyond. JSA Summer Schools are held on the campuses of Georgetown, Princeton, Stanford and the University of Virginia, and offer college-level classes ranging from AP U.S. Government to International Relations to Speech and Political Communication. A rigorous academic curriculum is taught by university professors, combined with personal support to help students master the study skills needed to succeed in college.
SUMMER DISCOVERY
Summer pre-college enrichment and internships for high school students. Check out over 300 courses at over eleven amazing campuses in five countries. Study abroad cultural immersion and language learning, summer discovery means business, and college credits!
University of Southern California Summer Program
USC Summer Programs extends this tradition of excellence to outstanding high school students through 4 and 2 week summer course options, offering students a preview of “freshman year” through a variety of college subjects.
New York University Pre-College Summer Programs
Earn college credit by taking courses with current NYU students; immerse yourself in college experience with a six-week program; develop writing skills through a free writing workshop that will help your writing stand out in class and on college essays, live in on-campus housing or commute from home while exploring NYU and New York City with other Pre-college students.
Phillips Exeter Academy Summer School
The Summer School seeks students who are motivated to learn and prepared to contribute fully to classroom work and the community. ACCESS EXETER, a program of accelerated study in the arts and sciences, offers students entering grades eight and nine access to a wide range of resources available at Phillips Exeter Academy. Programs include: A greener Earth, The Land and the Sea, Problem-Solving: an Odyssey of the Mind, A Global Community, The Creative Arts: Let Your Spirit Soar, and Exeter C.S.I.: Crime Scene Investigation.
EMBRY-RIDDLE Spy Camp
Have you ever dreamed of being a spy? Does working undercover sound like a career you would like? This summer students can immerse themselves in the world of security and intelligence with this six-day, overnight camp program. This program is open to students ages 15-18. The tuition pays for all meals, lodging, instruction, materials and all activities.
Be sure to also check out HELICOPTER EXPLORATION CAMP open to ages 14-18.
FIDM Summer Programs for High School Students
You've got to check out FIDM's 3 days of Fashion. It's 3 non-stop days of fashion, fun, and learning! Not only will you participate in hands-on workshops taught by renowned FIDM instructors, you'll mix and mingle with indurstry professionals, giving you the competitive edge you want. There are four FIDM locations and all four have different dates. Visit the website for more information.
OTIS College of Art and Design - Summer of Art
An intensive four-week, pre-college program for students ages 15 and older who wish to experience what it is like to study at one of the top art and design colleges in the country. Serious young artists seeking to strengthen and enhance their art and design skills, as well as students with limited art training, are invited to participate.
Boston University Summer Term
This is a six-week residential program in which students take two Boston University undergraduate courses, earning up to eight transferable college credits. Students work in a lab conducting scientific research under the guidance of a mentor. Learn about more programs offered at their website.
Summer Experiences at Washington University in St. Louis
Experience Washington University the summer after your sophomore, junior, or senior year. Live in a residence hall and enjoy social and cultural opportunities with other scholars from around the world. Explore a specialized interest while living on campus in Writing, Pre-Medical, Global Leadership or Pre-Engineering and earn college credit.
New Worlds Emerge
Get a taste of college life. Immerse yourself in college life this summer at UCLA. Choose from one of three exciting programs and spend your days taking college courses alongside current UCLA undergraduates, participating in UCLA's renowned recreational programs, or working out next to NCAA college athletes at the gym. You'll meet new friends, challenge yourself academically, earn college credit, enjoy Southern California's beaches, and get a taste of what college life is all about. New Worlds is part of WorldStrides, the largest and most trusted educational travel organization in the nation offering educational travel, service learning, language immersion, study abroad, career exploration, and college credit.
Adventures Abroad
The world awaits. It’s not just where we travel and explore, but more importantly, how we do it. Unforgettable fun and adventure are the easy part. Our trips go beyond camp and the classroom, bringing education, skill building and achievement to the real world. Suit up, clip in, and learn your way to memories, accomplishments and friendships that last a lifetime. This program is for middle school, high school, and college students.
Franklin College Summer Program
Franklin summer programs include introductory through advanced courses in Political Science and Economics; Art and Art History; Literature and Culture; Communications; and Business, Marketing and Information Systems, as well as dynamic language immersion programs— where you can study and socialize 24/7 in another language…and live in the Italian-speaking city of Lugano. Between the first of June and the end of July, you may choose summer courses from two 4-week sessions. Please see the website for more information.
Cornell University Summer College - Programs for High School Students
Three and six-week programs for talented high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Choose now from more than 20 programs and 60 Cornell courses offered between June 21 and August 5, 2014.Some of the program options include architecture, art and design, business, engineering, environmental studies, history and politics, hotel management, humanities, law and government, medicine, psychology, research and science, veterinary medicine, and animal science. This summer course allows students to earn three to six college credits; live, study, and play on one of the nation's most beautiful campuses; and enjoy the best summer of your life!
Junior State of America Summer Program
High achieving students have the opportunity to strengthen their leadership skills, study with university professors and gain familiarity with the college living experience. Students from all around the country who share similar interests in current events and civic engagement learn together in these residential, academic programs. JSA Summer Programs help prepare students for future success at all levels - high school, college, and beyond. JSA Summer Schools are held on the campuses of Georgetown, Princeton, Stanford and the University of Virginia, and offer college-level classes ranging from AP U.S. Government to International Relations to Speech and Political Communication. A rigorous academic curriculum is taught by university professors, combined with personal support to help students master the study skills needed to succeed in college.
SUMMER DISCOVERY
Summer pre-college enrichment and internships for high school students. Check out over 300 courses at over eleven amazing campuses in five countries. Study abroad cultural immersion and language learning, summer discovery means business, and college credits!
University of Southern California Summer Program
USC Summer Programs extends this tradition of excellence to outstanding high school students through 4 and 2 week summer course options, offering students a preview of “freshman year” through a variety of college subjects.
New York University Pre-College Summer Programs
Earn college credit by taking courses with current NYU students; immerse yourself in college experience with a six-week program; develop writing skills through a free writing workshop that will help your writing stand out in class and on college essays, live in on-campus housing or commute from home while exploring NYU and New York City with other Pre-college students.