Career Newsletter
Career Newsletter
Part-Time Jobs
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If the hot jobs above do not interest you, check out our custom Indeed.com search query to find local companies hiring teens.
To help you filter out the 100s of jobs on Indeed that do not hire teens, we have created a search query that limits part-time jobs open within a 5 mile distance from Roosevelt High School. Get a filtered list and start applying now. These jobs are available for or catered to teens in high school and work with school schedules.
When you find a job on Indeed you like, you will need to create an Indeed account and then build an Indeed profile (including submitting a resume) before you can apply for jobs. After you build this profile, you only need to select the Apply button on a job listing, and it will instantly send your profile and resume to the employer for a very easy application process.
Seattle Promise (2 Years Free Tuition) Application Now Open!
Seattle Promise is a college tuition and success program launched by Seattle Colleges, Seattle Public Schools, and the City of Seattle. It offers free tuition at any of the Seattle Colleges: North Seattle College, Seattle Central College or South Seattle College for up to two years, 90 college credits or a student’s first degree, whichever comes first.
All graduating seniors attending Seattle public high schools are eligible for the Seattle Promise program regardless of grade point average (GPA), income, ability, or country of birth. But you MUST APPLY to claim your free tuition. The application deadline is February 13, 2026.
Even if you are expecting to attend a 4-year university after high school, sometimes plans change, and you do not want to miss out on free tuition for 2 years. You cannot apply to Seattle Promise after February 16, so do it now even if it is a backup plan.
Find out more information about the Seattle Promise
Worksite Learning: Earn HS credit for your Job!
Who & What: 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 meet the following criteria:
- Students must be at least 16 years old
- Students must have a job or internship
To enroll in this program, students must complete the following:
- Complete the Learning at Work interest form below
- Complete the enrollment packet and return to your CCLC, Mr. Rho
To complete this program, students must complete at least 180 hours in one school year for 0.5 CTE credits or 360 for 1.0 CTE credits. Hours will not count until your enrollment has been approved.
Interested? Talk to Mr. Rho, Career Connected Teacher, to assist you at ewrho@seattleschools.org
Seattle Police Explore
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 men and women 14 to 21 years of age with a grade point average of 2.5 or above
When: must attend 2 – 4 monthly meetings in succession.
Cost: Free
Application: Rolling admission, please reach out to Officer Tre Smith, tre.smith@seattle.gov.
OneWorld Now!
Who: 9th – 12th graders
What: OneWorld Now! offers inclusive and accessible international education programming for high school students through accredited language and leadership classes.
Learn & Gain:
- Learn Arabic, Mandarin, Korean or Russian
- Build your leadership skills and work together
- Earn academic credit and challenge yourself
- Gain access to study aboard, cultural change, community service opportunities, and more
Where: 610 Maynard Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104 or Virtual
Fees apply – offer sliding scale tuition and financial aid
Need Volunteers: LEAP Program
Who: 9th – 12th Grade
What: Leaders for Ethics, Animals, and the Planet (LEAP) is returning to Pasado’s this year! LEAP offers community building, leadership training, and hands-on learning that focuses on animal rescue and care, introductory veterinary medicine, ethics, the impacts of the current food system on the environment and human rights, as well as climate solutions and the future of animal welfare. As part of the LEAP program, students will participate in collaborative lessons along with opportunities to learn from professionals in fields such as animal law, food science, veterinary medicine, sanctuary management, renewable energy, and more.
Where: Pasado’s Safe Haven
Benefits:
- Hands On Service Hours with Animals – LEAPers will complete at least four service hours per month getting training in animal care, sanctuary management, and introductory veterinary medicine
- Leadership and Community Building – LEAP promotes leadership development through animal advocacy, public speaking, and community engagement. Teens will also have the opportunity to connect with other like-minded teens wanting to improve the world!
- Scholarship Opportunities – After completion of a LEAP program year, participants will have the chance to complete projects for a chance to win up to $1000 in scholarship for education OR job training opportunities.
SYEP Internship – Open
Who: To be eligible, each applicant must be between the ages of 16 and 24 at the start of internship, live in Seattle or attend a Seattle Public School or Seattle College (Seattle Central, North Seattle, South Seattle), and live in a household with income at or below 80% Area Median Income.
What: The 2025-2026 Learn and Earn: Foundations application has launched and will be open until Monday, October 15, 2025. This is an opportunity to earn a stipend while exploring careers and expanding your career portfolio.
- This is a hybrid program. In-person workshops will be in Downtown Seattle and virtual
- Receive support from a Youth Development Counselor (YDC) throughout the program to develop skills and interact in small groups with peers.
- Gain practical tools to build your career portfolio (resume, cover letter, etc.).
Pay: Get paid to attend job readiness trainings while preparing for your career (up to $325 per module based on attendance).
When: October 15th to March 5th
Where: The program will include virtual, in-person, and hybrid activities
Deadline: October 15th, 2025
Questions: Contact 206-386-1375 or SYEP@seattle.gov
Seattle Urban League: Connection Crew Program
Who: 9th – 12th
What: Want to help shape a more inclusive and connected Roosevelt school community? Earn 60 service-learning credits? Then, join the Connections Crew at Roosevelt High School. The Connections program aims to build a strong sense of belonging for EVERYONE at Roosevelt. Over one year, 12 lucky crew members (students) will facilitate fun activities, bringing together diverse groups of their peers.
When:
- In semester 1, crew members LEARN by participating in fun workshops and field trips. Interactive workshops are held once a week after school. Field trips are biweekly (once every two weeks). Semester 1 programming is from October 8th to January 28th.
- Throughout semester 2, the Connections Crew gets to work DOING as they plan and lead various FUNDED activities for their peers.
Questions: League Youth Engagement Coordinator Ms. Amber Inwood via ainwood@urbanleague.org.