New summer opportunities available for Chicago's teens and young adults.
Jobs, volunteer opportunities and arts programs will be available at Chicago Public Schools, Chicago Park District, Chicago Public Libraries and other city agencies. This comes after the pandemic has sidelined these programs over the past two years.
These programs making a return provide a great opportunity for teens and young adults to engage in the community this summer. If you or anyone you know would be interested in these new summer opportunities, please share this blog and read the full article from Block Club Chicago below.
Chicago Leaders Announce 15,000 Summer Jobs For Teens And Young Adults (blockclubchicago.org)
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