WSD High School Career Exploration

Connecting students to career exploration opportunities through real-world learning experiences, volunteer, job shadows, internships, job opportunities, and continued education to prepare students to be future-ready.

The Wenatchee High School Pathway Center is an area for all students to feel welcomed and comfortable to seek and ask questions.

Westside students are welcome to come speak with Ms. Murie in room 113 or pick up/drop off permission slips at the Westside Counseling or Jen C in the main office

Email: murie.c@wenatcheeschools.org

Schoolinks: List of Opportunities

Students interested in IT careers — this is a great opportunity to gain real-world experience this summer!

Stemilt is looking for students with IT experience or students who have taken IT-related courses through their pathway program for a summer internship opportunity.

Internship Details:

• Length: 4 weeks
• Hours: 12–16 hours per week
• CompTIA certification is a plus
  
  

Additional Opportunity:
There is potential for paid summer employment for a student who is a strong fit for the workplace culture and interested in a longer-term commitment.

If you are interested, please reach out to Nikki Medved for more information.

Interested in a career in healthcare? Join Confluence Health for a hands-on exploration into the many opportunities healthcare has to offer. Learn medical skills such as measuring blood pressures, donning gloves, gowns & masks, high performance CPR and more. Visit different departments and meet the staff who spend their days helping people stay healthy.

Who: Teens: 14 - 15

When: July 6-10 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

Cost: $25 person (scholarships available)

Where: Confluence Health Wenatchee Locations

Email StudentServices@confluencehealth.org for more information and application

Camp Invention is a K-6 hands-on STEM summer program run by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, a nonprofit organization that focuses on creativity, innovation, and problem-solving. This year, the camp will be hosted at L&C the week of June 22–26 from 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

High school students in grades 10-12 have the opportunity to participate as Leadership Interns. In this role, students help support younger campers, build leadership and collaboration skills, and can earn up to 40 service hours by the end of the program.

Students can sign up to be a Leadership Intern at https://agreements.invent.org.

9th graders who may be interested in the program, can participate as Leaders-in-Training. This role is similar to the Leadership Intern position for grades 10–12; however, there is a cost to participate and it does not include the 40 service hours. Sign up at invent.org/programs/leaders-in-training

The City of Wenatchee is now accepting applications from local high school students in grades 9-12 who are interested in serving on the Junior City Council. The Junior City Council engages high school students in local governance, civic responsibility, and leadership development. The program provides students with hands-on experience in municipal government, allowing them to voice their perspectives, contribute to community projects, and gain an understanding of policy-making. The Junior City Council serves as an advisory body to the Wenatchee City Council on youth aspects of all city functions, including but not limited to finance, public works, parks, recreation, cultural services, community development, information technology, public safety, and human resources.

Additional information about the Junior City Council and the application can be found on the city’s website at: https://www.wenatcheewa.gov/government/wenatchee-city-council/junior-city-council

Students interested in serving on the Junior City Council will need to complete an application for consideration. Student members will be selected based on leadership skills, community involvement, and interest in civic affairs. Applications are due by May 31, 2026.

For more information about the Wenatchee Junior City Council please contact the City Clerk at 509-888-3604, or by email at cityclerk@wenatcheewa.gov.

The NCESD is partnering with a community business that is seeking a high school intern for their front office in the IT field. This is a non-paid internship opportunity located in Wenatchee.

Details:

• Duration: 4–6 weeks

• Hours: Approximately 15–20 hours per week

• Schedule: Flexible – the student and business will work together to create a weekly schedule that works for both.

They are looking for an outgoing student who has a genuine interest in working in an IT business setting.

If you are interested, please send your resume and cover letter to Nikki Medved at nikkim@ncesd.org.

Open until filled

The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is currently hiring seasonal/temporary positions.

Spend your summer working outside for the largest national forest in the Pacific Northwest.

Positions will support all aspects of recreation management (campgrounds, wilderness, trails),

timber activities, visitor services and more.

Recreation positions are available across all six districts: Methow Valley, Entiat, Chelan,

Wenatchee River (Leavenworth), Cle Elum, and Naches. Timber positions are available

at the Wenatchee River Ranger District and Cle Elum Ranger District.

www.fs.usda.gov/r06/okanogan-wenatchee/working-with-us/careers

Find your passion at they YMCA

We're hiring! Immediate openings for Certified Lifeguards & Swim Lessons Instructors

$20/hour starting rate, $21/hour for morning shifts, $22/hour for mid-day shifts, and $23/hour for Saturdays.

https://www.wenymca.org/join-our-team

Volunteers are an essential part of the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society's programs and services. Without the dedication of volunteers, they would not be able to accomplish the work they do.

They are currently onboarding volunteers in all areas of the shelter. If you are interested in working alongside them, please fill out the volunteer application here. They check the volunteer applications on Wednesdays and Fridays each week and will reach out via e-mail to schedule an orientation with you.

**Alatheia Volunteers Wanted! **We are so appreciative of our volunteers, and know the success of our programs is in part due to the generous time and devotion of our volunteers!

No experience necessary – We train you! We have a variety of volunteer jobs available for ages 13 years and older.

**Volunteer Times – **Our typical volunteer opportunity times are Monday through Friday, with the seasonal hours listed below. –Spring & Fall Session Hours: Mon-Thu 8:30 am-6:30 pm/Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm –Summer Session Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-3:30 pm

https://alatheiaridingcenter.com/volunteer/

Volunteering with Confluence Health is your opportunity to be a part of our community healthcare team.

Click here to complete our volunteer application form.

Required steps to become a volunteer:

1. Complete the volunteer application
2. Register with WAserv
3. Complete onboarding requirements (more information provided after application approval.
4. Complete the online orientation (more information provided after application approval