Careers

Day Camp Teen Counselor (June 26 – August 22, 2025)

As part of the MLK Scholars Program, YES is seeking Day Camp Teen Counselors to support YES’s Outdoor Adventure program, which offers youth the opportunity to get outside, have fun, and stay fit. The Day Camp Teen Counselor is directly hired and managed by the Teen Career Coordinator and is supervised in the programs by additional staff members.

Applicants must be 16-18 years old, live in Boston, and obtain a work permit by June 10, 2025. Priority will be given to teens who participated in the YES Leadership Corps Program and/or worked for YES previously.

Click HERE to apply. Applications will be accepted on a priority basis until Friday, April 25, 2025, and then on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Development Office Intern (June 26 – August 22, 2025)

As part of the MLK Scholars Program, YES is seeking a teen intern to support YES’s Development Office which oversees fundraising, event planning, and marketing for the organization. YES is seeking a professional, detail-oriented, and organized intern for the summer. This is a great opportunity for a high school student who wants to learn and gain professional experience in a non-profit, learn development & fundraising essentials, utilize research skills, refine their writing skills, and understand the strategic importance of events. The Summer Development Intern is directly hired and supervised by the Senior Director of Development and will also work under the Development Coordinator and other YES staff while performing work in programs.

Applicants must be 16-18 years old, live in Boston, and obtain a work permit by June 10, 2025. Priority will be given to teens who participated in the YES Leadership Corps Program and/or worked for YES previously.

Click HERE to apply. Applications will be accepted on a priority basis until Friday, April 25, 2025, and then on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Track and Field Assistant Coach (June – August 2025)

YES is seeking Track & Field Assistant Coaches to support youth programs, introducing participants to track and field while promoting healthy lifestyles and physical development. Positions are available at English High School in Jamaica Plain or Moakley Park in South Boston from June 23rd – August 14th, 2025.

Coaches will be responsible for collaborating with program leaders, mentoring youth, leading activities, and supporting program operations. The role requires working weekday evenings and participating in required training.

Applicants must be 14-19 years old, authorized to work in the United States, and obtain a work permit by June 1, 2025. Priority will be given to those with previous YES Track & Field program experience.

Click HERE to apply. Applications will be accepted on a priority basis until Friday, April 18, 2025, and then on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Teen Leadership Program Manager

YES is seeking a Teen Leadership Program Manager oversees year-round YES programs involving high school participants, including Leadership Corps and teen employment/career development operations. This is a key role that facilitates and supports the Leadership Corps program objectives of preparing teens with leadership skills, career exploration and life skills. The focus of this position is to create an intentional pipeline and pathway for success between entry level programming (YES core programs) and high impact teen leadership programs (Leadership Corps and teen employment).