Teen Senior Experience (Central Youth Services)

Get Connected Icon Until Apr 3, 2026

Description

Are you an APS high school senior interested in exploring a career in libraries or education? Complete your Senior Experience at Central Library Youth Services and gain hands-on experience in a real-world library setting while supporting youth programs and summer reading.  

Participants will assist library staff with a variety of Youth Services tasks, which may include:  

  • Assisting with preschool storytime and youth programs

  • Preparing craft materials and program supplies

  • Helping organize summer reading materials and prizes

  • Supporting summer reading sign-ups for children and families

  • Assisting with elementary school visits and read-alouds

  • Tidying and organizing materials in the Youth Services area


Qualifications

  • APS high school senior eligible to participate in Senior Experience

  • Reliable and dependable

  • Able to follow directions and work independently on assigned tasks

  • Organized and detail-oriented

  • Comfortable assisting with a variety of short-term projects with guidance

  • Able to push carts, lift boxes, and stand for extended periods


Senior Experience placements at Central Library Youth Services are limited. Applicants will be contacted to schedule an in-person interview as part of the selection process.

Details

Get Connected Icon Volunteers should be between the ages of 12 and 18.
Get Connected Icon Register by Apr 10, 2026

Location

Get Connected Icon 1015 N Quincy St
Arlington, VA  22201