Volunteer, Leadership & Enrichment, & Career Opportunities
The Counseling Department posts these opportunities as they are received. Many of these programs are repeated annually, however parents and students should check with the organization directly for the most up to date information. By clicking on any of these links you will be leaving the UCFSD web page.
Leadership & Enrichment
West Point Society of Philadelphia's Leadership and Ethics Conference
This eight-hour conference will explore ethical issues of honor, respect, and leadership as related to the students’ lives, their peers, faculty/teachers/counselors, and members of their communities. The curriculum was developed by the Chair for Character Development at the United States Military Academy. This will be an excellent opportunity for students, especially those who demonstrate leadership abilities or those who have the potential for leadership but may need an experience like this to help them down that road.
When: Thursday, October 13, 2022, from 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
Where: St. Joseph’s University Mandeville Hall.
Registration for this event will close on September 30.
Please contact your UHS school counselor if you are interested in attending this free event!
PACAC Camp College 2022
For the past 8 years, PACAC has provided its Camp College (CC) experience for students in the Commonwealth to come together and learn about the College Admissions process. CC has brought together College Admissions experts from around the state to provide this vital information and guidance, specifically targeting first-generation, low-income, underrepresented student populations. CC has always been free and focused on inclusion, access, and success in the college admissions process.
This year, Camp College will be hosting two in-person sessions: Camp College West and Camp College East. Both in-person sessions will be held on Tuesday, June 28 from 9am-4pm. If the in-person session does not work with your student's schedule, there will be an online experience later in the summer. More information will be released at a later date.
Dates and Times
Our super easy registration link is here and below: CC Registration 2022
This year, we are offering the entire program in one day from 9am-4pm on Tuesday, June 28.
There are two locations to choose from:
- Camp College East: Cabrini University
- Camp College West: Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Session Topics
We are planning to offer between 15 and 20 different session topics for students and families to select from. Some example sessions include:
- College Admissions Fundamentals
- Paying for College
- Doing Virtual College Research
- Writing A Great College Essay
- Finding Success In College
- And so many more!
Registration
If this sounds like an experience that is for you, great! We'd love to have you join us. Please fill out our form and you will receive more instructions upon registration: CC Registration 2022.
Villanova NROTC Summer Seminar
Villanova University is hosting a unique opportunity this summer for rising high school seniors to experience life at Villanova and get a close up look at the well-regarded U.S. Navy ROTC program. The Villanova University NROTC unit is hosting a "NROTC Summer Seminar" in June of this year.
The objective of this summer camp is to offer a 4-day program on the Villanova campus to provide young men and women a better understanding of the balance between college life and a NROTC commitment. Participants will gain valuable insight into the rigorous academic expectations and the physical fitness requirements to obtain a NROTC scholarship, and also learn about admission requirements of a top tier university.
If you are interested in competing for a U.S. Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship, this program might be the right place for you. This program will be held at Villanova University June 19-23, 2022. Participants will leave with a better appreciation for Villanova academic programs and campus life, as well as information about other colleges and universities that have NROTC programs on their campuses.
Deadline to apply is April 25, 2022.
Link for more information is posted here:
https://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/nrotc/summer-programs.html
Stevens Institute of Technology School of Business High School Summer Research Program
The School of Business at Stevens Institute of Technology is offering a paid virtual summer research program for high school students. In this six-week program, students will have the opportunity to work alongside a faculty member from the School of Business and assist them with research in their area of study such as entrepreneurship, marketing, management, economics, and finance. At the conclusion of the program students will complete both a written and oral presentation. The written report will include a literature review, and the oral presentation will include a 5-minute video of a PowerPoint presentation detailing their research findings. The program will run from July 1, 2022 - August 12, 2022, and students will receive a $500 stipend after completing the program.
Eligibility - Applicants must currently be in their junior year of high school (no exceptions).
CLICK HERE for application form.
The completed Google application form which will include all of the following items:
- 1-page essay in which you describe yourself and detail what you hope to gain from this experience
- a copy of your current resume
- a copy of your unofficial high school transcript
- one letter of recommendation from a teacher, a guidance counselor, or a work supervisor
***Applications are due by February 1, 2022. Applicants will be notified by March 15, 2022.
Volunteer Opportunities
Northbrook Canoe Company is looking for volunteers to assist in running the 48th Marshalton Triathlon on Sunday, October 2, 2022, from 7 am to 4 pm. Volunteers need to attend an orientation on Saturday, October 1st, from 2 pm-4 pm.
Tasks Include:
- moving equipment such as canoes, life jackets, paddles
- directing and overseeing the placement of bicycles to and from the bike bins
- traffic control and directing competitors along the course
Lunch will be provided for all workers during the race day.
Please contact 610-793-2279 or email info@northbrookcanoe.com for questions.
Job Opportunities
Friends Home in Kennett: Server – Department of Dining Services
Friends Home in Kennett, a senior living community in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania is seeking a part-time server (less than 20 hours per week) for its Dining Services department. Our small, home-like facility is considering applicants who are resident-centered and who value being part of a close-knit work family.
Requirements:
· Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully to residents and fellow staff members
· Ability to sweep and mop floors
· Ability to handle food, glassware, china and flatware in keeping with sanitation standards
· Ability to follow instructions and guidelines such as are found in the diet manual
· Ability to lift up to 10 lbs
· Ability to work evening shifts (4:30p – 7:00p) and weekend shifts
· Willingness to take direction
· Ability to perform tasks in accordance with PA Departments of Health and Human Services regulations
· Ability to perform tasks in accordance with Friends Home in Kennett/Linden Hall policies and procedures
· Good listening skills
· Kindness, compassion and patience
· Dedication to resident care and desire to have a positive impact in the lives of our residents
EOE- Interested applicants should notify HR at ssinger@fhkennett.org
(610) 444-2577 ext 223
Looking for a job? Phillips Mushroom Farms is hiring!
-We offer summer jobs, after school jobs, and weekend only jobs. Flexible schedules available!
-Competitive wages
-We are hiring in all departments! Packing and Growing
-Call us today at 610-444-6685 or stop by the HR office at 1011 Kaolin Road Building #6 Kennett Square, PA 19348
-Current employees receive a $100 bonus for referring a friend to work for us! Start today and bring your friends!
¿En busca de un trabajo? ¡Phillips Mushroom Farms está contratando!
-Ofrecemos trabajos de verano, trabajos después de la escuela y trabajos solo de fin de semana. ¡Horarios flexibles disponibles!
-Salarios competitivos
-¡Estamos contratando en todos los departamentos! Empaque y crecimiento
-Llámenos hoy al 610-444-6685 o pase por la oficina de Recursos humanos en 1011 Kaolin Road Casa # 6 Kennett Square, PA 19348
-¡Los empleados actuales reciben un bono de $100 por recomendar a un amigo que trabaje para nosotros! ¡Empiece hoy y traiga a sus amigos!
Kumon of Kennett Square
Kumon of Kennett Square is looking for part time help to grade student’s work.
Please contact- 826 East Baltimore Pike Kennett square, PA 610 444 8784
Marshalls - Glen Mills - Now Hiring
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American Pool Lifeguards
American Pool has been connecting people to summer jobs since 1984! We’ve changed the way we let young people know about opportunities for training and work with American Pool’s Guard for Life Program and have recently opened up LIVE 10-minute info sessions to inform people about lifeguarding and our other job opportunities.
Here’s the link to the schedule of upcoming sessions as well as a flyer you can share. All attendees of the Virtual Live Info Sessions will be invited to apply for a position, schedule a one-on-one online interview and then begin the first portion of their American Red Cross Lifeguard Training online!
Video Production and General Computing Assistant
I have had the great pleasure of working with a STEM student since he was a Junior at Downingtown High on video production and general computing assistance. I cannot believe it but he is now graduating from Penn State (after a 6 year stint with SLEC), and I am looking for another interested student who Christian can train before he goes out into the wide world. Here is an example of some of the recognized work he has done with me: https://youtu.be/