Public Safety and Community Resources

Youth Services

Springboard Project

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Interested in public service?

Do you know a high school student interested in public service, making money, and/or working with the community? Join our team to deliver fun, engaging, and meaningful experiences for incoming 11th, 12th, and graduating 12th graders!

Springboard Project provides paid job readiness training and internships at the City of Antioch Departments such as the Parks & Recreation, City Attorney’s office, Community Development, and Economic Development. We also offer youth leadership opportunities for those youth that were previous Springboard Interns!

DEADLINE: February 1, 2025

Springboard Application

WHAT WE OFFER

More than just getting a job.

At the Springboard Project, 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 Project 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 Project participant, view eligibility requirements below.

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  11th and 12th grade

  Rising 11th, 12th and graduating seniors. 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.