Youth opportunities / Community engagement
Youth Internships.
Gain real-world experience through intergenerational service and community work.
Generations Together offers high school students the opportunity to contribute to meaningful community projects, develop new skills, and learn from older adults. Through research, storytelling, and project coordination, interns help strengthen connections across generations.
High school students Project-based opportunities
What interns do
Different skills. Shared purpose.
Interns play a key role in helping our programs run smoothly and grow. Projects vary each semester based on community needs and your interests.
01 / Community Outreach
Connect with
the community.
Help plan service projects, create flyers, and spread the word about our programs.
02 / Event Support
Make events
happen.
Assist with intergenerational events, activity days, and community drives.
03 / Research & Storytelling
Capture
our stories.
Interview participants, write profiles, and create content for our website and social media.
04 / Intergenerational Programming
Build meaningful
connections.
Support activities that bring youth and older adults together through learning, creativity, and service.
Experience you can use
More than a
volunteer opportunity.
You'll build skills, gain experience, and make a real difference — all while doing work that matters.
Build skills.
Gain experience in communication, teamwork, research, and leadership.
Make connections.
Work alongside older adults, community partners, and other student leaders.
Strengthen your college applications.
Showcase meaningful service and real-world experience.
Be part of something bigger.
Help create a more inclusive, compassionate community for all ages.
High school students
Open to students in grades 9–12 who want to make an impact.
2–4 hrs/week
Flexible hours that fit your schedule.
Hands-on projects
Real work that builds skills and strengthens community.
Semester-based experience
Fall, spring, and summer opportunities available.
How to apply
A simple process to get started.
Our internship program runs each semester, with a straightforward application process. We look for students who are curious, reliable, and excited to work with people of different generations.
High school students welcome.
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Submit an application
Tell us about yourself, your interests, and availability.
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Have a short conversation
We'll schedule a brief interview to get to know you.
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Get matched
We'll match you with projects based on your interests and our current needs.
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Start making an impact
Begin your internship and become part of our intergenerational community!
ANOTHER WAY TO LEAD
Lead fromwhere you are.
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Looking for a longer-term leadership role with more flexibility? Community Ambassadors help organize outreach, connect volunteers with opportunities, and support initiatives across the community. Much of the coordination can be done remotely.
