Meet Steve Sneed, Internship Coordinator at ATS

Central District Forum for Arts and Ideas at Langston Hughes Center

Central District Forum for Arts & Ideas is a nonprofit organization solely dedicated to presenting emerging Black arts, artists, and ideas in the Seattle area. We believe in the value of community, creativity, identity and passion. These values serve as our strategic frame and guide day-to-day operations and program decisions.

We work out of the historic Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute, an ADA-compliant facility rich with culture and history. 

CD Forum for Arts & Ideas website

About Converge

Converge Media is a leading producer of culturally relevant content in Seattle and across the Pacific Northwest. We create videos, editorial and creative writing, podcasts, and local news coverage curated specifically for an urban audience. We believe that the Black community deserve authentic representation, a focus on our community’s issues, and equitable access to elected officials, leadership, and governmental information.

Founded by Seattle Central District natives Omari Salisbury and Erik Kalligraphy, from day one, Converge Media has been a platform to amplify not only our own original content but also the content of independent African-American creators throughout the region, providing them with access to our engaged audience that is interested in their voices and perspectives. 

Converge website

TraeAnna Holiday

TraeAnna Holiday, a true Seattleite, has watched her city change in many ways. From the age of nine, her deepest passion was in the creative field, which flourished at Garfield High. She took that passion to Howard University, where she studied Theater Management in her first year of college.

After going through studying abroad multiple times with the University of Washington Tacoma, earning her degree in Communications and Urban Studies, and being displaced by gentrification, she’s now fueled to tell her neighborhood’s stories through film and education.

She found ways to work on the solutions as an Ambassador with Africatown Community Land Trust, TV show hosting and producing with Converge Media, and Media Director for King County Equity Now.

Ground Zero Radio at Vera at Seattle Center

Ground Zero Radio is a youth-led platform, in the form of radio, that cultivates and connects with the community by amplifying the youth voice through music, sports, activism, the arts, and culture. Throughout the pandemic the youth of GZ Radio have been hard at work building community relationships and executing career connected learning programs with partner organizations that empower youth to take ownership of their futures.

GZ Radio’s efforts are centered to serve youth who have an interest in pursuing careers related to multimedia and the entertainment industry with focuses on radio, broadcasting, podcasting, journalism, audio/video production, marketing, social media, event planning, and civic engagement.

Ground Zero Radio Instagram

KEXP Radio at Seattle Center

KEXP X Alan T Sugiyama’s Internship: In this 90-hour internship, the intern from Alan T Sugiyama High School will learn about a variety of careers under KEXP’s programming umbrella. By the end of the internship, the intern will understand how the work of on-air, online and in-person programming teams intersect with and rely on one another. The intern will meet and work with staff across many teams, including Community Engagement, Radio Production, Music Direction, Advancement and Digital Content. 

About KEXP

KEXP is a nonprofit arts organization serving music lovers through in-person, broadcast and online programming. KEXP operates one of the most influential listener-supported radio stations in the world, 90.3 KEXP-FM Seattle, with online and on-air service reaching over 200,000 global listeners each week.

On KEXP’s YouTube channel videos of exclusive live performances garner millions of views per week. In our home at Seattle Center, KEXP hosts community events and produces hundreds of live performances each year, many of which are open to the public at no charge.

Learn more about KEXP Radio internships

KEXP YouTube channel

The Residency

The Residency seeks to build a powerful community of young hip-hop artists equipped with the artistic and leadership skills, business acumen, and mentorship necessary to become professional artists and cultural change makers. Through their participation in The Residency, young artists from low-income families acquire tangible artistic and professional skills while also gaining confidence, teamwork, and a deepened understanding of their own identity and power.

The Residency website

Seattle Rep Theatre at Seattle Center

Seattle Rep is partnering with ATS to offer an internship in Costuming. The Costume Intern will learn all the elements of costuming from a world-class theater costume department. Their internship will include learning about costume design and construction. They will shadow productions throughout our season to see how a play gets costumed from the first design costume to opening night.

Their showcase project will be Costume Designing for the inaugural Youth Works Festival in June 2022. From solo shows to songwriting and beyond, this two-day festival will showcase the original work of some of the most talented youth in the Pacific Northwest, including a brand-new play created with the community right here in Seattle.

About the Seattle Rep

Seattle Rep puts theater at the heart of public life. Founded in 1963 and winner of the 1990 Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre, Seattle Rep is currently led by Artistic Director Braden Abraham and Managing Director Jeffrey Herrmann.

Over a season and throughout the year, Seattle Rep collaborates with extraordinary artists to create productions and programs that reflect and elevate the diverse cultures, perspectives, and life experiences of the Pacific Northwest. Seattle Rep’s nationally recognized programs include the New Play Program, Seattle Rep’s Public Works, the Next Narrative Monologue Competition, Pay What You Choose, and numerous audience enrichment and engagement opportunities including post-play panels, discussions, and community events.

Seattle Rep website

Do you have a job or internship or will have one soon? Great news! You can earn up to 1.0 CTE credits for work and internship experiences. To participate, students must:

• Be at least 16 years old
• Have a job or internship
• Work at least 180 hours in one school year for 0.5 CTE credits or 360 hours for 1.0 credits. Hours do not count until you have completed all required paperwork
• Complete enrollment packet with your career connected learning coordinator (list below)

Alan T. Sugiyama High School
Bernie Lenoue, Teacher and Counselor
bdlenoue@seattleschools.org

Ballard High School
careerconnected@seattleschools.org

Bridges XIP Program
North Region: Siphia Mann, siung@seattleschools.org
South Region: Katherine Meyer, kemeyer@seattlschools.org

The Center School
Alfred Sidman, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
acsidman@seattleschools.org

Chief Sealth International High School
Linda Filley-Bentler, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
lfilleybent@seattleschools.org

Cleveland High School
Pamela Linxweiler, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
pplinxweiler@seattleschools.org

Franklin High School
Daniel Ruiz, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
dpruiz@seattleschools.org

Garfield High School
Geoff Bolan, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
gmbolan@seattleschools.org

Ingraham High School
Genet Simone, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
gesimone@seattleschools.org

Interagency
careerconnected@seattleschools.org

Lincoln High School
Wyn Pottinger-Levy, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
wypottingerlev@seattleschools.org

Middle College High School
Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinators:
Lura Ercolano, ltercolano@seattleschools.org
Rachel Reese, rrreese@seattleschools.org

Nathan Hale High School
Zarita Hester, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
zbhester@seattleschools.org

NOVA High School
Karina Luboff, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
kjluboff@seattleschools.org

Rainier Beach High School
NadjhChanel Patterson, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
ncpatterson@seattleschools.org

Roosevelt High School
Edward Rho, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
ewrho@seattleschools.org

Seattle World School
Rachel Evans, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
raevans@seattleschools.org

West Seattle High School
Brian Fitzgerald, Teacher and Worksite Learning Coordinator
bjfitzgerald@seattleschools.org

Summer Career Quest Internships provide students with career exploration and development opportunities.  Student interns will work closely with their internship host to discuss solutions and ideas while developing problem-solving, creativity, collaboration, presentation and networking skills.  Students participate in a wide range of workplace activities to gain skills and knowledge for specific occupations, while being supported by weekly career development class time with a Seattle Public Schools Career Quest teacher. 

We are now accepting interest forms for organizations interested in hosting an intern for Summer 2026!

The City Attorney’s Office is excited to announce that it will be hosting high school students interested in exploring the Legal and Government career path as part of a two-week career exploration fellowship in Law, Civics, and Policy.

This fellowship provides a unique learning opportunity and the chance to connect with local elected officials.

The program starts on Monday, June 22 and concludes on Thursday, July 2. The program days are Monday – Thursday (No Fridays) 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 

Fellows will meet daily at the City Attorney’s Office in Downtown – Columbia Tower (701 5th Avenue, Seattle, 98104). 

There is no cost to participate. Participants must provide their own transportation, laptop, and lunch. 

The fellowship includes: 

• Interactive discussions with City Attorney Erika Evans and CAO attorneys 

• Witness Court Hearings and Trials 
• Attend Seattle City Council meetings and speak with Councilmembers 
• Meetings with the Seattle Mayor’s Office and King County Executive’s Office 
• Mock Trial Day where students receive guidance from Seattle Municipal Court Judges and CAO Attorneys 

For any questions, email Audrey Hewitt, Director of External Affairs at audrey.hewitt@seattle (dot) gov 

ANEW’s Skilled Trades Apprenticeship Program is geared towards students aged 14-21 with an IEP, 504 plan or any disability.

Two camps will be offered at Franklin HS on the dates below:

• July 13 to July 17
• July 20-24
• Monday to Friday, 8am-3pm

Students will:

• Earn a $400 stipend upon successful completion of the camp
• Learn about the construction trades pathway as a viable career option
• Use tools and create personal projects
• Learn professional development and work-readiness essential skills

Students interested in joining should contact Ms. Meyer at kemeyer@seattleschools.org

Apply to Girls Who Code’s free Fall Pathways program!

Girls Who Code’s free virtual Pathways program is now accepting applications from high school girls and non-binary students for the Fall program! In this virtual self-paced program, you can explore topics like AI, Game Design, Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Web Development all at your own pace.

📌 Key Dates

• Early Deadline: July 8, 2026 
• General Deadline: August 26, 2026
• Program Dates: October 19- December 4, 2026

Apply by June 26 and you’ll be entered for a chance to win headphones. See official Girls Who Code rules.

💡Curious to learn more? Register and Learn more about Girls Who Code to join an informational webinar on June 10th!

Attention Scholars!!

Are you looking for an exciting and competitive summer program? SafeFutures has got you covered! Every year, we offer a six-week summer program that accepts 20 applicants, making it a highly sought-after opportunity.

During the program, you’ll become an “intern” and explore exciting new career pathways and skill sets that will give you an edge in your future career. You’ll get to learn through various exciting field trip options, guest speakers, and personal development opportunities, making it a truly immersive experience. And the best part? Upon completion of the summer program, you’ll receive a stipend of $1,200 as a reward for your hard work! To be eligible for this program, you must be between the ages of 14 and 18. The applications for the program has been released as of April 1, 2025, so make sure you don’t miss out on the chance to join! This is an opportunity that can help shape your future and provide valuable insights into the world of work. Apply today and take the first step toward a successful career!

Summer Youth Employment Program Information

• Dates: July 3–August 14 (6 weeks)
• Days: Monday-Thursday
• Time: 12-6 p.m. (schedule may be subject to change)
• Stipend of $1,200 upon successful completion

Eligibility Requirements

If you’re selected you have (2) business days to accept the position if not we will have to move to the next potential candidate.

Youths grade: Entering 9th graders (Fall of 2024 to graduated seniors (Class of 2024)

If selected, must provide a copy of your social security card, complete a W-9 form, and sign the SFYC Services Agreement and Release Forms.

Looking for a fun summer job you can enjoy outdoors? We’ve got you. Our energetic and motivated seasonal team teaches kids how to ride confidently and safely through high-quality bike and trail riding camps. Inspire the next generation to live a life of adventure and make friends while you do it!

FareStart’s six-week virtual training program helps high school students build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in today’s workplace. 

• Six-week virtual program for high school students focused on customer service, durable skills, and job readiness
• Learn communication, financial literacy, workplace skills, and basic food safety
• Join a supportive cohort with classes held Monday–Thursday from 2:30-4:30 p.m. during the school year

With new cohorts launching throughout the school year and summer, this program offers a flexible, rewarding pathway toward career success

Junior Naturalists are teens volunteering with Summer Camp for a two-week session. We’re looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about working with kids, playing outside, and gaining leadership skills. Students can earn up to 75 service hours, and will receive a letter of recommendation upon successful completion of the program.

• Who: High school students, 15-18
• When: This Summer! 2-week volunteer session 8:15am-3:45pm daily
  • Session 1: June 22-July 2
  • Session 2: July 6-July 17
  • Session 3: July 20-July 31
  • Session 4: August 3-August 14 (Arboretum Only)
  • Session 5: August 17-August 28 (Arboretum Only)
• Where: Washington Park Arboretum or Center for Urban Horticulture.
• Deadline to Apply: Rolling

Who: Urban Native Education Alliance was founded in 2008 to engage generations of Native youth through education, culture, and tradition. This internship 8-10 hours per week during spring semester. The internship will focus on career readiness, college preparation and business planning with tribal leaders and business owners.

When: Tuesdays/Thursdays 5:30-8 p.m. (okay to attend one of two days)

Where: North Seattle College

To Apply: Send resume, letter of interest to Sarah Sense-Wilson uneachair@gmail.com. An agreement form as well as a one-page PDF form must be completed and will be sent out upon request.

Deadline: Rolling applications

Young adults seeking a career as a Seattle firefighter can apply to participate in our department’s cadet programs.

Applications are accepted year round. Applications received February 1-July 31 will be notified of selection decisions in August. Applications received August 1-January 31 will be notified of selection decisions in February.

Who:
To qualify for the program, you must:

• 16 to 22 year old students
• Be in good physical condition (must complete Cadet Program Physical Ability Test)
• Meet required attendance expectations
• Have a strong desire to be a Seattle Firefighter

When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m

Where: Joint Training Facility (9401 Myers Way South)

Cost: Initial cost of $95.00 and $10.00 per month in membership dues. There are additional fees for special trips and events. Financial assistance is available

The Seattle Police Law Enforcement Exploring program aims to bridge the gap between youth and police by educating and involving them in police operations and to interest them in Law Enforcement.

Who: Exploring is for young people 14 to 21 years of age with a GPA of 2.5 or above
When: must attend 2 – 4 monthly meetings in succession, learning about history and procedures of Seattle Law Enforcement
Cost: Free
Deadline: N/A
Application: If you’re interested, please reach out to Officer Tre Smith, tre.smith@seattle.gov.

Seattle Parks and Recreation offers a series of seasonal jobs for high school aged students! Explore camp counselor positions, lifeguard positions, and more on their webpage!

When: Summer 2025 – exact dates vary by program

What: Be a Dance Buddy to a neurodiverse or disabled student in an adaptive movement camp. Volunteers will dance, move, ad play with students facilitated by a teacher. They will provide unique support to students to make sure that everyone is safe and engaged

When: Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the week. Typical shifts are listed below:

• Saturdays, 12:45-2:15 p.m.
• Saturdays, 2-3:30 p.m.
• Sundays, 2:45-4:15 p.m.
• Sundays, 3:45-5:15 p.m.
• Sundays, 4-5:30 p.m.
• Wednesdays, 4:15-5:45 p.m.

Where: All That Dance, 3012 NE Blakeley St, Seattle, WA 98105

What: Young Women Empowered offers programs in horticulture, writing, and art for teens ages 13-19 in the Greater Seattle area. All of our programs are free to attend and center young women, trans, non-binary, and gender expansive youth. We offer a wide range of topics to explore, but the core themes across all our programs are belonging, wellness, and thriving.

Who: For young women, trans, non-binary, and gender expansive youth ages 13-19. We also offer a summer internship and various community events.

When: Program times/days vary based on track

Where: Locations vary based on track