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Worthdays
Volunteer opportunities with Worthdays, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting youth in foster care through birthday sponsorships, gift assembly, donation drives, and seasonal celebrations. Roles involve virtual and in-person support without direct youth contact.
What it is
Volunteer opportunities with Worthdays, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting youth in foster care through birthday sponsorships, gift assembly, donation drives, and seasonal celebrations. Roles involve virtual and in-person support without direct youth contact.
Best fit
General
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Ongoing
Fairfax County
Fairfax County Youth Leadership Program
The Fairfax County Youth Leadership Program (FCYLP) is designed to educate and motivate high school students to become engaged residents and leaders in the community. Accepted students participate in monthly learning sessions, complete a three-week paid internship in a Fairfax County department, and act as 'ambassadors' for the program by speaking to middle school civics classes.
What it is
The Fairfax County Youth Leadership Program (FCYLP) is designed to educate and motivate high school students to become engaged residents and leaders in the community. Accepted students participate in monthly learning sessions, complete a three-week paid internship in a Fairfax County department, and act as 'ambassadors' for the program by speaking to middle school civics classes.
Best fit
Fairfax County high school juniors
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Applications due November 6, 2026
KidFriendly DC
Day Off School Camp
Animal-related educational day camp program for school-age children featuring arts and crafts, guest speakers, hands-on animal care, and games. Multiple themed sessions offered on Alexandria City Public Schools non-instructional days.
What it is
Animal-related educational day camp program for school-age children featuring arts and crafts, guest speakers, hands-on animal care, and games. Multiple themed sessions offered on Alexandria City Public Schools non-instructional days.
Best fit
General
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Registration opens August 9, 2026 (rolling for each camp date)
KidFriendly DC
Junior Volunteer Program - Alexandria Animals
An eight-part volunteer training program for ages 14-17 at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Participants learn about shelter operations, animal care, fundraising, and social media, then volunteer at least 2 hours monthly after completion.
What it is
An eight-part volunteer training program for ages 14-17 at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Participants learn about shelter operations, animal care, fundraising, and social media, then volunteer at least 2 hours monthly after completion.
Best fit
Youth interested in animal welfare
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Registration for Fall 2026 opens August 30, 2026
Montgomery County, MD
2026 ASIRT Road Safety PSA Contest - Submit Video by October 4, 2026
A Public Service Announcement (PSA) competition for MCPS middle and high school students focused on road safety. Participants who submit a quality PSA earn 10 SSL hours and have a chance to win an Amazon gift card.
What it is
A Public Service Announcement (PSA) competition for MCPS middle and high school students focused on road safety. Participants who submit a quality PSA earn 10 SSL hours and have a chance to win an Amazon gift card.
Best fit
MCPS middle and high school students
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
October 4, 2026
JustServe
Ryan's Case for Smiles
Volunteer opportunity to make pillowcases for children in hospitals. Individuals and groups create 100% cotton pillowcases to be distributed to Children's Hospital of Richmond.
What it is
Volunteer opportunity to make pillowcases for children in hospitals. Individuals and groups create 100% cotton pillowcases to be distributed to Children's Hospital of Richmond.
Best fit
General
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
The Gunston School – Chesapeake Bay Studies Program
Community Service Opportunities
A graduation requirement at The Gunston School where students must complete 45 hours of community service. Students engage in unpaid volunteer work with churches, scouting, summer camps, food drives, cancer fundraising, and Chesapeake Bay watershed conservation programs.
What it is
A graduation requirement at The Gunston School where students must complete 45 hours of community service. Students engage in unpaid volunteer work with churches, scouting, summer camps, food drives, cancer fundraising, and Chesapeake Bay watershed conservation programs.
Best fit
Students checking eligibility and fit.
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
District of Columbia Government
Under 18 Years Old Volunteer Application
Official application form for students under 18 years old to volunteer in DC Public Schools (DCPS). The form captures personal information, volunteer commitments, and requires supervision agreements to ensure student safety while contributing to DCPS schools.
What it is
Official application form for students under 18 years old to volunteer in DC Public Schools (DCPS). The form captures personal information, volunteer commitments, and requires supervision agreements to ensure student safety while contributing to DCPS schools.
Best fit
Students enrolled in public, private, or charter schools
Student next step
Open the official source, confirm age rules and hour documentation, then pick a shift or contact the volunteer coordinator.
Timing note
Rolling — apply anytime
NASA
High School Aerospace Scholars
Texas Aerospace Scholars, or TAS, offers Texas high school students a unique opportunity to explore STEM concepts and discover how their interests connect to real NASA work. Through interactive online lessons, engineering design challenges, and opportunities to collaborate with NASA professionals, students deepen their understanding of space exploration and develop practical STEM skills.
What it is
Texas Aerospace Scholars, or TAS, offers Texas high school students a unique opportunity to explore STEM concepts and discover how their interests connect to real NASA work. Through interactive online lessons, engineering design challenges, and opportunities to collaborate with NASA professionals, students deepen their understanding of space exploration and develop practical STEM skills.
Best fit
Texas high school juniors and seniors
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
July 1 – Sept. 16, 2026
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
High School Scientific Training and Enrichment Program
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH. Summer interns work in a research group directed by a Principal Investigator (PI) with opportunities in biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences.
What it is
An opportunity for students in college, graduate, and professional school to perform a summer research internship in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH. Summer interns work in a research group directed by a Principal Investigator (PI) with opportunities in biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences.
Best fit
rising 12th graders from diverse and low-income backgrounds
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
The SIP 2027 application will open in mid-November 2026. The application will close in mid-February, 2027.
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Intramural Training & Education
NIH High School Summer Internship Program
Paid summer biomedical research internships for current high school juniors and seniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents living within commuting distance of NIH campuses, including the Bethesda, MD main campus.
What it is
Paid summer biomedical research internships for current high school juniors and seniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents living within commuting distance of NIH campuses, including the Bethesda, MD main campus.
Best fit
Current high school juniors and seniors interested in biomedical research
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Application opens mid-November 2026 and closes mid-February 2027
Office of Naval Research
Science and Engineering Apprentice Program
A Department of Defense summer apprenticeship program placing academically talented high school students in Navy laboratories for 8 weeks to gain hands-on STEM experience with mentors and earn a stipend.
What it is
A Department of Defense summer apprenticeship program placing academically talented high school students in Navy laboratories for 8 weeks to gain hands-on STEM experience with mentors and earn a stipend.
Best fit
Academically talented high school students with interest and ability in STEM
Student next step
Open the official source and confirm current dates, eligibility, and application instructions.
Timing note
Application period opens August 1 and closes November 1 annually