Featured Opportunities
Apply to Chicago Youth Works
Ongoing | Citywide
Chicago Youth Works features summer jobs for ages 16-24! Formerly known as One Summer Chicago, you can apply for jobs NOW through May 29th!
Summer at Chicago Public Libraries: Chapters of Chicago Kickoff!
Saturday, June 6th, 2026 | Legler, Woodson, and Sulzer Regional Libraries | 10 AM - 3 PM
Join us at Legler, Woodson and Sulzer Regional Libraries for a kickoff that sets the tone for the season. This year's theme, Chapters of Chicago, celebrates the stories, sounds, flavors and creativity that define our city. From neighborhood pride to citywide culture, every moment invites you to experience Chicago in a new way. Kick off summer at your regional or make a day of it and go to all three. Each location brings its own energy, its own story, its own Chicago feel
There will be DJs, food trucks, jobs, games and interactive activities, and ticket giveaways for some of Chicago's biggest events! Grab a friend and tell them to pull up!
Apply for the Mayor’s Youth Commission!
Applications due June 19th! | Open to all Chicago residents 14-19
The Mayor's Youth Commission (MYC) is a group of up to 40 Chicagoans 14-19 that serve as a liaison between the Chicago Mayor's Office and Chicago's youth. The term of a youth commissioner is between September 2026 to August 2027.
Night Out in the Parks!
Ongoing | Citywide | Chicago Park District
NOITP produces free cultural events annually in all 77 community areas of Chicago.
Get text updates this summer about the Night Out in the Parks program and schedule. Sign up is easy! Text "night out" to (883) 270-0707.
Immigration Family Preparedness Workshops
Ongoing | Mayor’s Office of Immigrant, Migrant, and Refugee Rights
These sessions are an opportunity to learn about the latest on immigration enforcement and available resources.
Follow My CHI. My Future. On Instagram
Find out more information about youth programs and events on social media!
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