Public Safety and Community Resources

Youth Services

Springboard Internship

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Interested in public service?

Are you a high school student eager to explore a career in public service, earn money, and make a real impact in your community? Join the City of Antioch’s Springboard Internship Program, where you’ll gain hands-on experience and help create fun, engaging, and meaningful experiences for the community. This paid internship program provides juniors and seniors with essential job readiness training and direct placements within various City of Antioch departments, including Parks & Recreation, Human Resources, the City Attorney’s Office, Community Development, Public Safety & Community Resources, Animal Services, and Economic Development.

As a Springboard Intern, you’ll work alongside professionals, learn about public service, and build skills that will benefit you in any career. And it doesn’t end there—former Springboard Interns have the opportunity to step into youth leadership roles, helping guide and inspire the next generation of interns. Get involved, gain valuable experience, and take a step toward a rewarding career in public service!

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.