Public Safety and Community Resources

Youth Services

Springboard Internship

🌟 Kickstart Your Future with the City of Antioch’s Springboard Internship Program!🌟 

Are you a high school junior or senior ready to dive into public service, earn money, and make a real impact in your community? The Springboard Internship Program is your chance to shine!

📅 Program Dates: June 16 – July 25, 2025

This paid summer internship offers you the chance to gain hands-on experience while working directly with City of Antioch departments like:

🏞️ Parks & Recreation
👮 Public Safety & Community Resources
🐾 Animal Services
🏢 Community Development
⚖️ City Attorney’s Office
💼 Economic Development
…and more!

You’ll work alongside professionals, build essential job skills, and get an inside look at how local government serves the community. Plus, past Springboard Interns often step into youth leadership roles, helping mentor and guide future participants.

Whether you’re exploring career options or building your resume, Springboard is your launchpad to success. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference!

👉 Join us this summer and be a part of something impactful! 🌟

DEADLINE: February 1, 2025

Springboard Application

WHAT WE OFFER

More than just getting a job.

At the Springboard Internship, we help build your skills and confidence that prepare you for college and beyond!

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  Workshops & Trainings

  The City of Antioch Springboard Internship provides professional training to equip participants with the skills needed to enter the workforce.

  

  Internships – $16.80 per hour!

  Get paid for the work you do! Our interns are paid a stipend based-wage.

  

  Mentorship

  Interns are paired with city department employee mentors and experience career exploration and engage in their communities through service.

  

  Leadership Opportunities

  Interns are given opportunities to grow their leadership skills through our  Youth Leaders Program for previous Springboard interns.

  

  Life after High School

  Springboard participants receive support with transition and future aspiration planning.

REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility

To be a Springboard Internship participant, view eligibility requirements below.

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  11th and 12th grade

  For  Juniors and Seniors in high school. For youth leadership requirements, contact youth@antiochca.gov.

  

  City of Antioch Resident & Work Permit

  Must reside or attend school in Antioch. Need help with obtaining your work permit? We got you!

  

  Engagement

  Leadership qualities and an interest in supporting the City of Antioch with basic program functions.