With the weather starting to warm up that means it’s time to begin planning for a summer filled with adventure, creativity, fun and friendship. Durham Parks and Recreation (DPR) provides children and teens with the incredible opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, and create lifelong memories. DPR Summer Camps will begin June 23 […]

Wake County Public Libraries invites readers of all ages to put their creativity to the test in a special bookmark-designing contest as part of the 2025 Summer Reading Program. The contest runs throughout March, and winning designs will be printed and distributed at all 23 Wake County libraries this summer. This year’s theme, “Color Our […]

The application period for the annual Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program is now open. North Carolina high school girls, grades 9-12, can now apply through February 24, 2025 for this four-week paid summer STEM enrichment opportunity with North Carolina state government. Established in 2019 by the NC Department of Administration’s Council for Women and Youth Involvement, […]

The Raleigh Summer Youth Employment Program helps teens between the ages of 15 and 18 to develop their skills and prepare for future employment by spending the summer working for the City of Raleigh. Key Dates Applications (Feb. 12 – March 31 at 11:59PM) Click here to apply View application resource guide Interviews You must […]

Raleigh Parks encompasses everything from youth and teen programs to nature and historic resources. Our department has open, part-time positions relevant to all fields of study, career goals, and interests. Chat with leaders from across the department, and submit employment interest forms on-site that go directly to our department’s top hiring managers, and enjoy free […]

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Start-Up High is a 5-day in-person summer camp for teens that provides real-world business experience. This summer immersion program includes: Company visits with tours and Q&A with entrepreneurs Presentation training and practice sessions Rejection therapy: Learning to hear “No”  Entrepreneurship 101: How to start a business For more information contact Teen Programs at 919-996-2139. Dates: Monday […]

The Wayne County Summer Youth Employment Program is back for its third consecutive year, offering paid work opportunities for Wayne County residents between the ages of 16 and 21. Participants will gain valuable skills and experience in local government, financial literacy, and workplace training. Applications for the summer of 2024 are now open, with an […]

Below is a listing of summer programs and internships offered by the City of Durham, Durham County, and Durham Public Schools. If you’d like to add a program hosted by either of these organizations, or would like to update the information listed, please email ooy@durhamnc.gov. Also check out these other awesome lists of summer offerings! Compiled […]

 Durham youth interested in gaining essential job skills while being paid this summer are now invited to apply for the 2024 Durham YouthWorks Program.  What You Need to Know Durham youth ages 14 to 24 invited to apply by March 19. Program provides work readiness and essential job skills to help secure future employment. Youth can […]

The Raleigh Summer Youth Employment Program helps teens between the ages of 15 and 18 to develop their skills and prepare for future employment by spending the summer working for the City of Raleigh. Key Dates 2024 application and interview process Feb. 15- March 31 Mandatory Orientation for ALL hires: May 18 Work Dates: June 17 – Aug. […]