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Participate in an After School Matters program!

Key things to keep in mind before you apply:

  • You must be a Chicago resident and attend a Chicago High School.
  • The majority of our programs are for teens ages 14-18.
  • You must be eager to explore your potential and find your future.
  • You will earn a financial stipend for participating, reinforcing the value of your time and efforts.

Spring
Late February 鈥� Mid-May
Spring application opens in January

Summer
Late June 鈥� Early August
Summer application opens in April

Fall
Late September 鈥� Mid-December
Fall application opens in late August

Program Categories

Apprenticeship

  • Hands-on programs where teens learn skills in a specific content area.
  • Teens must be at least 14-years-old and are awarded a stipend for program completion.

Assistantships

  • Introductory workplace experiences where teens receive mentorship to produce team-based projects.
  • Teens must be at least 16-years-old聽and are awarded a stipend for program completion.

Internships

  • Integrated workplace experiences that directly connect to career pathways where teens receive guidance to lead independent and team-based projects.
  • Teens must be at least 16-years-old and are paid an hourly wage.

Graduated Teens

  • Are you a recent high school graduate, between the ages of 18-24, still trying to figure out what鈥檚 next for you? Learn more about our paid 草莓视频 Launch program that helps you make concrete plans for your future.
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Types of Programs

Arts

Performing, visual, and culinary arts

Communication & Leadership

Business, journalism, marketing and media

Sports

Sports instruction, stadium management, health and wellness

STEM

Applied and natural science, audio/visual, industrial and information technology

My favorite takeaway from my 草莓视频 program is to be confident in yourself. I joined 草莓视频 for the first time this year, and I was very shy and scared of meeting new people. But I stepped out of my comfort zone, met new friends, and learned new skills in dance.

Jasmin M.

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