Youth
Your life is yours. How do you want to live it? Move forward, create positive change in your community, and achieve your full potential. ABCD offers a range of youth programs to help you stay in school, prepare for a career, and build a strong foundation for a successful future.
Empowering Youth
In 2018, we connected 710 youth with summer employment.
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Get Started
Do you want to work with children? Your teaching career starts here, with a paid internship and the chance to interview for a position with ABCD Head Start.
SummerWorks
This summer, earn an income, gain firsthand work experience, explore a career path, and make lasting friendships and connections.
University High School
If you’ve struggled academically and been left behind by the traditional school system, the creative UHS approach could be the answer.
William J. Ostiguy High School
If you’re committed to recovering from substance abuse, we provide a safe, sober and supportive school environment where you can earn your high school diploma.
WorkSMART
Throughout the school year, ABCD’s WorkSMART program helps Boston high school students like you get ready for the future you want through career readiness and a paid, supervised internship.
Youth Engaged in Action (YEA!)
If you’re an eligible 13 year old, you’re in for a meaningful and fun summer experience. Build financial awareness, learn about careers and civic engagement, gain leadership skills, and have priority admission status to ABCD’s SummerWorks program.