Extracurriculars
ONGOING
JOB: Alameda County Fair
The fair has employment opportunities available to those 16 years & older for summer employment. This year the Fair runs from June 19th through July 12th, 2026. The opportunities include a wide range of positions, applications for which can be found here. Transportation is available from surrounding communities via BART. We provide free shuttle service to/from the Pleasanton/Dublin BART station.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT/INTERNSHIP: Black Young Democrats of the Bay
Participants may take part in community outreach, canvassing internships, and leadership development while learning more about the civic process. Follow @BYDBayArea on Instagram or click here to learn more.
VOLUNTEER: Rock Med
Rock Med provides all medical coverage at many classic Bay Area venues such as Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, UC Berkeley’s Greek Theatre, Shoreline Amphitheater, Toyota Amphitheatre, and many smaller venues and is the official medical provider of Levi’s Stadium, including all 49ers home games and concerts. Students can sign up to volunteer EMT and health care professionals at such events on an as-needed basis. Learn more.
VOLUNTEER: UCSF Patient Technology Advocate
Teach patients how to use health technology during their recovery and ongoing care. Volunteers are asked to commit to a four-hour weekly shift for at least 12 months. Questions? Email juan.hurtado-rodgriguez@ucsf.edu
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: Danville Youth Council
The mission of the Danville Youth Council (DYC) is to provide Middle and High School students the opportunity to represent the interests of their peers in the Danville area. Any Danville resident or a student currently enrolled in a Danville Middle or High school is eligible to be a member of the Danville Youth Council. Learn more.
VOLUNTEER: RecycleSmart's White Pony Express
Volunteer to feed people in Contra Costa County through their app, picking up and delivering rescued food throughout our region; or at their distribution center. Learn more.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: East County NAACP Youth Council
The NAACP East County Youth Council's mission is to inform young people about the problems and issues affecting African Americans and other minorities; to advance the education, economic, social, and political status of African Americans and other racial and ethnic minorities and their harmonious cooperation with other peoples; to stimulate an appreciation people of color’s contribution to civilization; and to develop an intelligent, effective youth leadership.
VOLUNTEER: Fruit Rescue
Monitor the website for pop-up volunteer opportunites to harvest fruit around Contra Costa and surrounding counties. Learn more.
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INTERNSHIP: Contra Costa CCTV
Contra Costa Television is a full time county cable station and a part time production studio created to provide Contra Costa residents with quality information and educational programming. CCTV is seeking dedicated, self-motivated individuals to help with various tasks. Interested interns should be willing to undertake station grunt work including tape logging, duplication, organization, and data entry. Depending on experience, additional camera work, production, graphics, and editing are a possibility.
JOB: East Bay Regional Park Visitor Center Aide, listing open until filled
Visitor Center Aides provide public information in a park visitor center and surrounding parklands. These positions are designed for those considering a career in environmental education, natural history, cultural history, or park professions while supplementing their current coursework in natural science and/or cultural history. Must be 15.5 or older. Apply here.
Driver for Bin Butlers – Local Trash Can Valet Service
Drivers will help transport clients' trash and recycling bins to and from the curb on scheduled days. It’s a straightforward job with flexible hours and an opportunity to find new clients.
Drivers will help transport clients' trash and recycling bins to and from the curb on scheduled days. It’s a straightforward job with flexible hours and an opportunity to find new clients.
Bin Butlers is looking for:
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Age Requirement: Must be 16 or older (required for driving).
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Driver’s License: A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
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Reliable Transportation: Your own vehicle, preferably one that can handle light-duty tasks.
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Physical Fitness: Ability to lift and move trash bins safely.
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Responsibility: Dependable and punctual, with attention to detail.
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Positive Attitude: Friendly and courteous to clients and team members.
Compensation:
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Flexible hours
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$20-$25/hour.
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Build skills in customer service and business development
How to Apply:
Email info@bin-butlers.com with:
Email info@bin-butlers.com with:
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Name
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Contact information
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A brief note about why you’re interested in the position
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Don’t forget to mention you are a student at SRVHS! Co-Founder, Caeti, is an ALUMA.
VOLUNTEER: Contra Costa County Library Volunteering
There are many different volunteer opportunities available at Contra Costa libraries, including:
- Delivering books to homebound adults (must be 18+)
- Short term community service
- Computer Docent (must be 16+)
- ESL conversation volunteer
- Friends of the Library
- Homework Help (must be 16+)
- In Library Public Services Support
- Project Second Chance
- Social Media Ambassador
- Summer Read Teen Volunteer
Students who want to hone their skills can earn digital badges through the Bric Foundation. These badges indicate that the earner is competent in the selected skill and can be considered advanced in a school environment. Learn more about Pre-Apprenticeship badges, which cost $30.
- Audio
- Character Design + Posing
- Game Design
- Life Drawing + Anatomy + Perspective
- Mood + Color + Lighting
- Previs Virtual Production
- Storyboarding
- Writing and Storytelling
- Understanding Industry Roles and Pipelines
- Visual Development and Concept Art
- Plus more technical skills
CLASS: Contra Costa County ROP Courses
CLASS: Self-Paced online courses
A repository of non-credit classes from colleges, universities, and organizations from around the world.
- Udacity classes
- EdX classes
- Northeastern University’s Modern Robotics Course Open application to this virtual class
AUGUST
COMPETITION: Create a Greeting Card, Submissions accepted July 9, 2025-March 9, 2026
Winners are selected by monthly votes so the earlier you get your submission in, the more time there is for voting. Must be at least 14 years old and enrolled in high school. Learn more about Create a Greeting Card.
JOB: SRVUSD Lifeguard
Now hiring certified lifeguards at Monte Vista HS and San Ramon HS for the 2026-27 school year. If you need a lifeguard certification class, please contact Danielle at dsuh@srvusd.net. See flyer here.
CSF MEMBERSHIP, apply by Aug. 25 at 11:59 p.m.
Fall Application Deadline: August 27, apply here
Fall Meetings: Sept. 8 and first Tuesday of the month Oct.-Nov. during lunch in the Aux Gym
COMPETITION: California Freethought Day Competitions, Varying Due Dates
California Freethought Day believes that secular rights, science, social justice, civic engagement, and the First Amendment should be celebrated, and wants to support students as they further their education. Categories include:
- Essay ($2,500+), Due July 15 by 11:59 p.m.
- Limerick ($100), Due Aug. 31 by 11:59 p.m.
- Speech ($1,000), Due Sept. 10 by 11:59 p.m.
- Video ($750), Due Sept. 10 by 11:59 p.m.
To be eligible for this essay scholarship contest , students must:
- Attend a California high school (grades 9-12) as of September 16, of the current year.
- Have an interest in free speech, science, and the separation of church and state.
- Plan to pursue postsecondary education at a community college, four-year college, trade school, or vocational school.
- Be involved in, or leaders of, community organizations or school clubs.
CLASS: Academy of Art Pre-College Art & Design Experience (PCADE)
This is a free, college-level program for high school students ready to explore what makes their creative perspective one of a kind. All levels are welcome: from just beginning or already building a portfolio in animation, game design, fashion, fine art, photography, filmmaking, and more. Classes are held primarily onsite in San Francisco, with select courses online. Learn more.
Onsite Saturday intensives offered October 10 and 17.
Exhibition is held on October 24.
Exhibition is held on October 24.
Online classes offered September 2 – October 13
Spring 2027
Onsite Saturday intensives offered October 10 and 17.
Exhibition is held on October 24.
Exhibition is held on October 24.
Online classes offered September 2 – October 1
Summer 2027
No Saturday intensives offered.
Onsite classes offered Monday through Thursday for two weeks from June 21-July 1.
Final exhibition is July 1 from 12-2PM at 601 Brannan.
Onsite classes offered Monday through Thursday for two weeks from June 21-July 1.
Final exhibition is July 1 from 12-2PM at 601 Brannan.
SEPTEMBER
CSF OFFICER APPLICATIONCOMPETITION, Due Sept. 1, 2026
CSF (California Scholarship Federation) is a nationally recognized academic club that emphasizes community service. CSF provides students with a wide variety of volunteer activities in which they can participate. Learn more about the organization here. Apply here.
CSF MEMBER APPLICATION, Due Sept. 11, 2026
CSF (California Scholarship Federation) is a nationally recognized academic club that emphasizes community service. CSF provides 9-12th students with a wide variety of volunteer activities in which they can participate. Learn more about the organization and application here.
NEEDS A CLUB TO APPLY
Optimist International Essay Contest, Club level nomination due in April
The contest is open to contestants under the age of 19 as of October 1st of the current Optimist International contest year (October 1 - September 30) and who have not yet completed secondary school or its equivalent, including CEGEP students in Québec, Canada. There is no minimum age. Students must enter in the District in which they reside.
Optimist International Oratorial Contest, Club level nomination due in May
The contest is open to contestants under the age of 19 as of October 1st of the current Optimist International contest year (October 1 – September 30) and who have not yet completed secondary school or its equivalent, including CEGEP students in Québec, Canada. There is no minimum age.
Optimist International Communication Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Club level nomination due in June
The contest is open to young people through grade 12 in the United States and Canada, to CEGEP in Québec and grade 13 in the Caribbean, who are educated in the United States, Canada or the Caribbean. Students must submit the results of an audiogram completed no longer than 24 months prior to the date of the contest by a qualified audiologist. Students must be certified to have an uncorrected hearing loss of 40 decibels or more, which must be supported by the audiogram in order to be eligible to compete. Students with permanent correction should compete in the Optimist International Oratorical contest.
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Volunteering is an excellent opportunity to learn outside of the classroom. Explore the many options to volunteer in your community by sharing your talents and/or possibly learning something new! Many organizations have ongoing programs. See links below for places to begin your search:
- Local area volunteer programs through the Town of Danville and the City of San Ramon!
- Many individual organizations look for student volunteers. Ask around!
- Volunteer Match, an online searchable database for local volunteer information and listings.
- Hospital volunteering. SRVHS works with John Muir and San Ramon Medical Volunteer coordinators to fill their sophomore high school volunteer positions as needed. Many other hospitals have varied volunteer programs and needs that change from year to year. Students should reach out directly to area hospitals to ask about their programs and how/when to apply.
Many student enjoy volunteer work, racking up an impressive number of volunteer hours. Some organizations have programs in place to give recognition to those students, including:
- The Congressional Service Award is open to youth ages 14-24
- California Scholarship Federation (CSF) members who meet all requirements are eligible for the CSF Lifetime Membership Scholarship AKA Sealbearer their senior year of high school.
- The President's Volunteer Service Award -- is on a temporary pause effective May 27, 2025
Internships can be a great ways to investigate different types of careers. Some are paid, and some are volunteer. See links below for places to begin your search:
- Federal Internship Finder: search for internships in the Federal Government
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Google: don't underestimate searching on your own
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Idealist: search for internships that have meaning
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Internship Finder: search general internships
- Virtual Internships: search for virtual internships around the world
Summer programs are a great way for students to explore various major and career interests while gaining skills and experience that are valued by colleges and employers. Many summer programs are offered by colleges, but they can also be available through the government and private organizations. The programs can range from one week to several weeks. Please note that per the district, nothing posted here has a price tag (more than a nominal amount). If you are interested in such summer programs, I recommend beginning your independent search with programs associated with colleges.
Job search engines are a great way to find part-time jobs for high schoolers:
- Cool Works: A search engine geared toward shorter, summer jobs. Perfect for high school students.
- Idealist.org: Look for opportunities that align with your values
- SRVCCC Internship page: Some internships are also paid
Extracurriculars enrich your high school experience and can be found in many places. Click here to check out this resource created by an SRVUSD student.
