BHS Career Newsletter
December 2024
Included in this newsletter are internship, leadership, service,
career exploration opportunities, and more
Quick Links
Career Exploration and Resources
Career Center Opportunities (Volunteer, Internships, Jobs, Career Exploration)
Leadership and Internship Programs
KP Launch High School Internship Program Age 16 by June 1, 2025 Apply by January 6, 12:00 pm PST KP LAUNCH offers summer internship opportunities to students attending high schools located in our Northern California market, community colleges, and accredited colleges and universities. The program goal is to build and sustain a diverse, culturally competent workforce for the future. To achieve that goal, we focus our intern positions on young people that would otherwise lack the resources to explore a career in health. Interns are provided with work experience that expose them to administrative and supporting careers in health care environments. Interns will not participate in medical treatment or procedures for patients or members during this internship. Learn more and register by January 6, 2025 HERE. Click on the APPLY button on the top right corner. |
Stanford Women in Business Young Women’s Leadership Summit Apply by January 10, 11:59 pm PST Priority Consideration Or January 20, 11:59 Regular Deadline The annual Young Women’s Leadership Summit (YWLS) will be held at Stanford University on Saturday, February 8th 2025 from 9:30 am - 4:00 pm. YWLS aims to introduce students identifying as female or non-binary to business. It is a free, day-long conference, during which attendees will listen to and learn from accomplished female leaders, gain hands-on experience through workshops, and interact with industry professionals, Stanford students, and motivated peers. This year’s featured theme is “Preparing to be a Disruptor in Business,” with our key pillars Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Personal Growth. We aim to introduce our attendees to different facets of business, inspire them to act on their innovative ideas, and give them the tools to do so in the short term. The deadline for priority consideration is Friday, January 10th and the regular deadline is Monday, January 20th at 11:59 PM PST. Apply HERE by January 20. |
Bank of America Summer Leadership Program Current Juniors and Seniors Apply by January 15, 2025, 8:59 pm PST As a Student Leader, you will participate in an eight-week paid internship at a local nonprofit organization where you will learn first-hand about the needs of your community and the critical role nonprofits play. In addition, you will learn valuable civic, social and business leadership skills. Each Student Leader will attend the Student Leaders Summit held in Washington, D.C. where you will learn how government, business and the nonprofit sector work together to address critical community needs. |
JFCS Center for Children and Youth Summer Internship For Rising 10th, 11th, 12th Graders Apply by January 31, 2025 JFCS is offering a PAID summer internship! Interns gain valuable experience working at one of JFCS' offices or at local businesses throughout the Bay Area. Interns also engage in personalized professional development, learn about Jewish values, and connect with their peers at weekly workshops led by JFCS YouthFirst Regional Directors.
This is an opportunity to explore your career interests, increase your confidence, and set goals for yourselves!
Limited spots available:Apply by January 31 for the best chance of being accepted.
Learn more and apply HERE. |
Pediatric Internship Program For Rising Juniors and Seniors Application Opens January 8, 2025 The Pediatrics Internship Program at Stanford is a 6-week internship focused on learning about science, medicine, and research careers that is open to high school rising juniors and seniors who live in the Bay Area. Our goal is to expose diverse students to the exciting world of science, research, and medicine! The goals of PIPS are to:
Summer 2025 Admissions: Applications will open on January 8, 2025! Learn more and apply by February 24, 11:59 pm PST HERE. |
UCSF Cure Internship Program For Current Juniors Apply by February 16, 2025 The CURE Research Internship is a paid opportunity for underserved high school students interested in health careers to spend two months at UCSF supporting various types of research with the primary objective of:
Program Highlights:
Learn more and apply by February 16, 11:59 pm PST HERE. |
Career Preparation and Exploration
Young Aviators Workshop Sign Up Required Saturday, January 4, 2025, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm San Carlos Flight Center Students interested in aviation are invited to join this workshop open to all high school students. Learn about career pathways and how to become a pilot. The workshop will be held at the San Carlos Flight Center, 795 Skyway Road, Suite A in San Carlos. Lunch is included. Learn more and sign up HERE. |
Bilingual STEM Camp UC Berkeley Apply by January 19, 2025 April 2-5, 2025 Spring Break The Berkeley Lab K-12 Outreach Team is hosting their fourth annual Spanish-English Bilingual STEM camp for high school students called Science en Acción (SeA) @ Berkeley Lab. SeA @ Berkeley Lab is a free 4-day spring break camp (April 2-5, 2025) for English-learning/native Spanish-speaking bilingual students who are interested in learning more about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) and career opportunities at Berkeley Lab. Participating in SEA can also be a step toward a summer internship at Berkeley Lab. Learn more and apply by January 19th HERE. If you are interested in learning more about other Berkeley Lab K-12 programs visit our website. |
Jobs for Youth Job Search Workshop Friday, January 10, 10:17-11:02 Student Union Hello job seekers! There are many valuable resources that can help you with the job search process. Plan to attend the Jobs for Youth Job Search workshop on January 10th. Students will learn how to find jobs that are a good fit for them using their Key to Success. By the end of the workshop, participants have a basic understanding of online job search tools, the typical application and hiring process, and how to identify transferable skills that match a job announcement. Attendees may be eligible for a financial scholarship. If you’d like any support or are interested in learning how AI can help prepare you for a job interview, please see Ms. Hermann in the Student Union. Additional resources can be found at these links. Tips for Teens: How to Find Your First Real Job 6 Job Search Tips for High School Students Find MORE Leadership, Volunteer, and Job Opportunities HERE. |
Volunteer and Paid Opportunities
Academy Naturalist Teen Volunteer California Academy of Sciences Ages 15-17 Apply by December 31, 2024 Launched in early 2023, the Academy Naturalist Teen (ANT) is a three-month long volunteer program for teens ages 15-17. The program is designed to introduce teens to the field of informal education; using interactive activities to engage with guests of all ages, particularly with young children. We are accepting applications for the Spring 2025 session now until December 31, 2024. The Spring 2025 program will take place from February 22 - May 10, 2025, with mandatory training dates scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, February 15 & 16, from 10AM - 4PM. Applicants must be able to commit to attending these in-person training sessions in order to participate in the ANT volunteer program. Contact us at teenvolunteers@calacademy.org if you have any questions. Learn more and apply HERE. |
Burlingame Public Library Homework Center Teen Mentor January 13-April 15, 2025 Apply by December 30, 2024 The Burlingame Public Library is looking for Teen Mentors in grades 9-12 with a 3.5 GPA or above to help mentor students in grades K-8. Mentors are needed on Monday and Tuesday afternoons from 4:00-5:30 pm beginning on January 13 through April 15, 2025. Interested students should submit their application by December 30, 2024. Selected volunteers are required to attend a mandatory training on January 7, 2025 at 4:00 pm. Check out the flyer to learn more and access the application HERE. |
Gilroy Pastures Farmers Market Part-Time Sales Representatives Gilroy Pastures is hiring part-time students as sales representatives at our local farmers market. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to help sell pastured poultry and goat meat, while gaining valuable experience in sales, customer service, and sustainable farming practices. Applicants should be available at the following times: Foster City Farmers Market - Sat 8am - 2pm Brisbane Farmers Market - Thu 2pm - 6pm South San Francisco (781 Tennis Dr) - Sat 8am - 2pm Check out the flyer to learn more and apply. |
Work Permit Required for Students Students under the age of 18 are required by law to have a work permit in order to work. Whether you’ve just landed your first job or currently have a job, a NEW work permit is required at the beginning of each school year. A student must meet the following requirements to obtain a Work Permit:
See Ms. Hermann in the Student Union for assistance. More information and the work permit request form can be found at FAQS and HERE. |
Service Hours
Volunteer Do Good Feel Good Log your Service Hours Thank you for your service to others! Please log your service hours HERE. Check out the Benefits of Volunteering and look HERE for more opportunities. |
Note: The inclusion of an opportunity in this document is not an endorsement or recommendation by
San Mateo Union High School District.