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
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.
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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COMPETITION: 43rd Annual SRVEF Run for Education Logo Art Contest, Typically due in April
Students- unleash your creativity and be the designer of the next Run for Education logo! The winning design will be featured on t-shirts and advertising and the winning student typically receives $100 in gift cards. Details TBA.COMPETITION: Exchange Club of San Ramon Valley Scholarship, Typically due in April
Essay theme varies from year to year. See application for theme of essay. Must attend an evening presentation TBD or watch a videotape of the presentation) and use what is learned from the event in the essay.
COMPETITION: CALICO (UC Berkeley computer science competition), Typically need to register in April
CALICO is a programming competition for high schoolers and college students organized by computer science students at UC Berkeley. The event will be held in person and online TBD. Click here for more information.
SUMMER PROGRAM: West Point's Summer Leadership Experience, Opens Feb. 15, Typicaly due in April
- SLE is a one-week program for current Juniors (High School Class of 2025) to visit West Point in June.
- Students in this program get to spend the week with our cadets, live in the barracks, and eat in the mess hall.
- Learn about West Point’s world class academics by trying 5 of our 17 academic workshops.
- Learn about military training and becoming a Leader of Character at West Point by completing two military days to include rappelling, Zodiac boats, combatives (like Jiu-Jitsu) training and more!
- Challenge themselves physically by attempting the Candidate Fitness Assessment, conducting physical training, and sports.
- Complete their admissions interview with a cadet.
- Spend the week making friends with other students from all over the US who are applying to West Point.
SUMMER PROGRAM: Inspiring Future Scientists through Shadowing (IFSS), App opens in Feb and closes in April or May
This June program provides rising high school juniors and seniors who are at least 16 years of age by the start of the program (no exceptions can be made to the age cut-off) with the opportunity to learn more about cutting-edge chemical research through shadowing multiple researchers. Throughout the two-week program, participants will observe and converse with a number of different graduate students in the chemistry department. There are many different types of research, therefore shadowing a couple of different researchers will allow you the chance to learn broadly about a wide array of scientific topics and techniques. This approach enables a broader understanding of the field and fosters a well-rounded scientific perspective. Submit your application.
SUMMER PROGRAM: Quantum, Computing, Mathematics, and Physics (QCaMP) Camp in Bay Area, Applications accepted Feb. 2-April 3, 2026
June 29-July 24
The strangeness of quantum physics is being harnessed to revolutionize computing as we know it. At QCaMP (Quantum, Computing, Mathematics, & Physics), you will get a primer on computing fundamentals, learn hands-on about quantum physics, and apply those phenomena to solve computing problems in new ways. You will gain experience creating circuits on a real-world quantum computer and gain access to learning resources. The only prerequisites for this camp are basic algebra and an interest in learning more!
QCaMP is a (virtual and in-person) camp aimed at the high school level. The in-person camp is for students in the Bay Area and Albuquerque, New Mexico. QCaMP is FREE and participants receive a learning stipend. Learn more.
CONFERENCE: Black Men in White Coats Youth Summit
- When: April 11, 2026
- Time: 9-3 p.m.
- Las Positas Community College
Kaiser Permanente Undergraduate & Graduate Medical Education is hosting the 3rd Annual summit. Fill out the interest form to receive a notificaiton when registration opens.
SUMMER PROGRAM: North Bay Health Nurse Camp for High School students, Application opens in Feb., Typically due mid-April
This three-day camp runs June 17-19, 2025 and July 29-31, 2025 from 8:30am -2:30pm and students may apply to attend either session. The camp is intended to help students learn about nursing and decide if it's the career they want to pursue by giving them a first-hand look at the nursing profession through the use of on-site demonstrations, hands-on skills labs, interactive presentations, observation of actual patient/nurse interactions, and many other learning activities. $150 fee upon acceptance. Learn more.
SUMMER PROGRAM: Brain Camp at UCSF, Due April 15, 2026
Brain Camp @ UCSF is a free one week summer program hosted at the UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus Heights. The program covers a number of different topics across the fields of neurology, neurosurgery, pathology, and more as well as a comprehensive overview of the UC application process through the very popular college prep workshop. Students from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Submit your application.
CONTEST: 43rd Annual Run For Education Logo Contest, Due April 15, 2026
ot an idea for this year’s Run for Education logo? Submit your design to the San Ramon Valley Education Foundation by April 15th. The winning design will be featured on Run t-shirts and advertising. The winner will also receive 6 Oakland Ballers tickets and a Run entry.
Criteria:
- Logo must include the SRVEF tree in the design
- Design must include the words “43rd Annual Run for Education”
- Logo must be colorful and easy to see from a distance
- Design must reflect your original art (no clip art, stock, copyrighted or AI-generated images)
- Artist must be a student of SRVUSD
- Please submit a PDF file and include student name, grade, and school with entry
Email entries to info@srvef.org with the subject line: “Run for Education Logo Contest”
All entries become the property of SRVEF and may be modified.
CONTEST: Event Innovator Competition, Applications accepted March 9-April 17, 2026
This annual initiative empowers local high school students to contribute to the city’s vibrant event calendar. The competition challenges students to develop creative, tourism-friendly event concepts that showcase why “Everyone Loves It Here” in San Ramon. Three winning event concepts will each receive a $5,000 prize in recognition of their innovative ideas!
CONTEST: Young Playwright's Contest, Due April 20, 2026
Bay Area High School students are invited to write an original short play, fictional or fact-based, historical or contemporary, that is specific to a Bay Area city of the writer’s choosing, telling a tale of its people and its history. The prompt is "Tales of the City." One entry per person. Learn more.
SUMMER PROGRAM: UCSF Summer Researchers in Global Health in Bay Area, Due April 20, 2026
June 9-July 17
Interns with financial need may qualify for a stipend. Summer Researchers in Global Health is a six-week summer internship for rising high school seniors that introduces students to global health concepts and immerses them in challenging, real-life projects. Each summer, qualified students from participating San Francisco Bay Area high schools learn from and work with expert global health researchers at the Institute for Global Health Sciences on the UCSF Mission Bay campus. (Rooms, meals, and materials provided at no cost.) Learn more.
SUMMER PROGRAM: Black Issues Forum at Colorado State University, Due April 21, 2026
June 10-14
The Black Issues Forum is a five-day program that gives participants the chance to interact with university faculty, staff, and current CSU students. Participants take part in meaningful conversation, enhance their leadership potential, and deepen their understanding of their cultural heritage while discussing issues facing today's Black community at the local, state, national, and/or global levels. Students finishing their junior year in high school with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher in a college prep curriculum are encouraged to attend. Many of our attendees demonstrate involvement and leadership roles within school, family, or community activities. Participants are responsible for individual travel costs, like flights. Click here for more info.
COMPETITION: SRVEF Hackathon, April 25, 2026
8:30-4 p.m. at Cal High Library
Open to all SRVUSD students interested in coding – grades 6th through 12th of all skill levels, beginner through advanced. This is a high-energy, collaborative competition where students work in teams of 2-4 to build, code, and design creative, real-world tech solutions—such as apps or websites—based on a theme. It emphasizes innovation, teamwork, and skill-building, allowing students to develop projects for their portfolios and compete for prizes. Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks provided. Students must bring their own laptop.
- Early bird registration until 3/31: $25
- Standard registration 4/1-19: $30
- Late registration, if space is available: $35
MAY
CONFERENCE: 11th annual Cesar Chavez Youth Leadership Conference and Celebration
A Saturday, typically in May, at UC Davis
- College admissions, financial aid, scholarships, health and STEM workshops, college resource fair, UC Davis campus tours
- Free college and career motivational event for students and their parents
- Live cultural entertainment, music, and performance
- Free admission and parking
VOLUNTEER: Danville Community Pianos, Typically due early May
Student artists are invited to design and paint the Danville Community Pianos, a cherished summer tradition bringing public art and music to Downtown Danville. Artists may submit original, full-color sketches of their proposed designs for consideration. Selected artists will bring their designs to life on two pianos, which will be displayed outdoors for public enjoyment.
COMPETITION: The Rube Goldberg Unreal Engine Challenge: Open a Box, Due May 8
This interactive 3D competition invites students to use their creativity to animate a virtual Rube Goldberg Machine in the digital world. Create, record, and submit a video of your Rube Goldberg Unreal Engine Machine that accomplishes the 2025-26 task: OPEN A BOX. This is an all ages contest with a junior division (under 18 years of age) and senior division (18+). Learn more about the Rube Goldberg Unreal Engine Challenge: Open a Box.
SUMMER PROGRAM: $695 C-SIP, $735 EIP, $795 H-SIP, Summer term typically due mid-May
Saturday afternoon Zoom STEM immersion programs. In the Health Science Immersion Program (H-SIP) high school students hear from health professional speakers as they learn about the academic, research and professional care settings of the health sciences field. In the Computer Science Immersion Program (C-SIP), students explore the changing world of technology as we hear from tech professionals and explore fields such as coding, web development, software and user design. In the Engineering Immersion Program (E-IP) students explore subjects such as chemical, civil and computer engineering. All programs are free for students whose families qualify for the Free and Reduced lunch program. Learn more.
INTERNSHIP: NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM) Internships, Summer 2026 Due: February 27, 2026; Fall 2026 Due: May 22, 2026
Location: Depending on the project, interns may work either remotely or on-site at one of NASA’s 10 field centers across the country
Cost/Stipend: Participation is free; interns may qualify for a stipend depending on their academic level and the length of the session
Fall: 16-week program, from late August or early September to mid-December
Spring: 16-week program, from mid-January to early May
Summer: 10-week program, from late May or early June to August
Eligibility: High school students at least 16 years old, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, and U.S. citizenship
Learn more.Spring: 16-week program, from mid-January to early May
Summer: 10-week program, from late May or early June to August
Eligibility: High school students at least 16 years old, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, and U.S. citizenship
SUMMER PROGRAM: Junior Women's Academy, Applications open mid-spring and are typically due late May 30
Students aged 14-18, get ready for an unforgettable three-day experience. The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff invites you to participate in a three day camp that will ignite your passion for law enforcement careers. Prepare for a thrilling adventure as you engage in activities like S.W.A.T., crime scene investigation, patrol, dispatch, canine, and more. Join us for an unforgettable experience that will inspire, empower and uplift your years to come. Click here for more information.
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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.
