For Arlingteens

Help Wanted: The Arlington Teen Job Board

Arlingteens: Apply for the Parks & Rec Leaders Summer Internship by May 2, 2025! Gain independence and leadership experience through career internships. Ages 14-18 entering grades 10-12. Must be an Arlington resident. Internship Session runs July 14-25, 2025.

Summer Camp Jobs Opportunities: Job applications available now!

Part-time Lifeguard Positions

Internships and Skill-building Opportunities 

TEAM Program: Hands-on training in amusement rental business management.

For more information, visit the Arlington Employment Center

View County job openings, apply, and join our Talent Community

Summer Camp 2025 Volunteer Opportunities: Join a unique opportunity to make a difference in a child’s life while creating memories that will last a lifetime. Volunteer registration begins February 19, 2025 at noon! 

Sign Up to Remove Invasive Plants

Internships and Skill-building Opportunities

Get Environmental Experience! Join Park Corps. Deadline for applications February 14, 2025.

Visit Volunteer Arlington to check out a list of volunteer opportunities and their Partner Directory

Did you know that in Virginia, all 14 and 15 year old workers need to get an Employment Certificate (Work Permit) prior to performing any work. The application process can be completed online at the button below.  

Virginia Employment Certification Application

Wondering how to go about writing a resume? Check out these videos from the Arlington Employment Center for some helpful tips.

Wondering how to answer common interview questions? Practice for your job interview with these video tips.

Access Resume Review tools and career coaching with Arlington Public Library's Brainfuse Jobnow.

Do you want to join a group of Arlington teens who work to create positive change in our community? Join the Teen Network Board! Applications for the 2025-2026 school year are now open.

 Teen Takeover: Teen-Chella - Calling all middle and high school teens! Come and take over Arlington Mill Community Center for your own music Festival! Make your own colorful yarn weaving, listen to music with your friends, and play games or e-sports. Saturday, May 31st 7-10 p.m.

Check out the following fun and educational opportunities from Arlington County Police Department for Summer 2025.Open to students who live in or attend school in Arlington. Applications for the following camps close on Sunday, May 4th at 11:59 p.m.

• Teen Police Academy(10th-12th grade students): Check out this week-long program where you can explore a career in law enforcement. 
  
  
• Forensic Science Experience (Rising 11th and 12th grade students): The ACPD Crime Scene Unit is hosting a week-long immersive program where you can learn new skills and apply them to a simulated crime scene, as well as explore how science and investigation come together to solve crimes. 
  
  
• Arlington First Responder Co-Ed Summer Basketball Camp (Rising 6th-8th grade students): Middle school athletes of all experience levels are invited to improve their basketball skills and connect with local first responders at the inaugural Arlington First Responder Co-Ed Summer Basketball Camp.
  
  

DJ Classes: Learn the basic music production skills needed to create your own beats on a computer

Get a Library Card and find a good book at Arlington Public Library

Arlington Public Library Events for Teens

Recreation resources for individuals with special needs

Want more? Visit the Arlington Parks and Recreation Teen Event Page

Find Your Sport (Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, etc.) 

Community Center Drop-Ins (Sport Specific)

Community Center Fitness Membership 

Want more? Visit the Arlington Parks and Recreation Teen Event Page

Register for an Art class

Local Artist Opportunities

Arlington Public Library's Open Lab is a great workspace for personal or collaborative creative projects

Tour our Public Art Collection: Arlington is home to more than seventy permanent public art projects

Find a Park: Did you know 99% of all people in Arlington live within a 10-minute walk of a park?

Apply to be a Park Steward 

Sign Up to Remove Invasive Plants

iRide SmarTrip Card: Arlington students with a registered iRide can ride ART bus and (some) Metrobus routes for free.

Catch a VRE Train: Passengers 18 and under can ride any Virginia Railway Express (VRE) train for free when accompanied by a fare-paying adult. Children ages 11-18 riding alone will need a valid school, state, or VRE Reduced Fare ID (application is available at www.vre.org).

Arlington Community Foundation  

Collection of Scholarships from the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia

APS College Resources

Avoid Scholarship Scams

Want more? Consider other Regional and National Collegiate Scholarships 

Federal Student Aid  

Are you a high school graduate looking to gain experience in law enforcement? Arlington County Police Department's Cadet Program is a unique and valuable opportunity where you will receive training, mentorship, hands-on experience, and hourly compensation. Click here to learn more information!

The Registered Apprenticeship Academy 

The Teen Health Clinic, part of the County's Department of Human Services, is open to all teens, regardless of where you live, your gender, or your sexual orientation. Services are low- or no-cost, and include free condoms, pregnancy prevention education, testing for pregnancy, STIs, HIV, and more. 

Additional Resources: 

• The Children’s Behavioral Health Bureau can help with mental health challenges.
• Arlington Public Schools Health Screenings
• Helpful local and national resources for Arlington’s LGBTQIA+ residents
• Resources for kids with special needs 

Mental Health Services

Bullying Prevention and Reporting 

School Safety and Security 

For more resources, visit Health & Safety - Arlington Public Schools (apsva.us)

Arlington Food Assistance: find public assistance programs, food pantries, hot meals, and more

Arlington Public Schools free/reduced meals

Housing and Rent Services

Homeless Services

For additional resources, visit the full Arlington Families page