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- Multnomah Youth Commission
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http://www.ourcommission.org/youth/mycindex3.shtm"The Multnomah Youth Commission (MYC) is a diverse group of youth from around the County, coming together under a common goal: to make the voice of youth heard. By developing policy, we work to infuse the youth perspective at all levels; in government, schools, private organizations and more."
- Current Volunteer Positions at Multnomah County Library
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http://www.multcolib.org/vol/positions.htmlHelp the library and get good work experience at the same time!
- BecomeX
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http://www.becomex.org"BecomeX is a personal empowerment program for teens and young adult women (16-26 years old) which strengthens self-awareness and self-love while building career competence and essential life skills through interactive experience. "
- Big Brothers Big Sisters
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http://www.bbbsa.org"High school juniors and seniors provide elementary student Littles with one-on-one time and attention." Enter your zip code on the volunteer page, and you'll be connected with a Big Brothers Big Sisters staff person.
- Do Something
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http://www.dosomething.org/"Do Something is an organization that helps you get involved in your community."
- Free Geek: Volunteer
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http://freegeek.org/volunteer.php"Whether you want to volunteer here to learn new skills, perform community service, get credit for school, or just support the cause(s), we have room for you!" FreeGeek's mission: "Helping the needy get nerdy since the beginning of the 3rd millennium."
- Girls Incorporated of Northwest Oregon
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http://www.girlsincnworegon.org/Mission.html"...inspires girls to be strong, smart, and bold."
- Hands On Portland
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http://www.handsonportland.org/Volunteer opportunities, both short and long term, in the Portland area.
- OMSI Volunteering
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http://www.omsi.edu/community/volunteer/Volunteer for the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry.
- Sea Scout Ship City of Roses
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http://www.sss601.org"This is the homepage for Sea Scout Ship CITY OF ROSES. It is of interest to high school age people. It's fun, it can also lead to career choices in the military or marine related fields."
- Special Olympics
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http://www.soor.org/"Support Special Olympics via general programming or at a specific event."
- Volunteer Match
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http://www.volunteermatch.org/Enter your zip code and find volunteer opportunities within five miles of where you live.
- BLS Career Information
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http://stats.bls.gov/k12/html/edu_over.htmFind careers you might like based on your favorite subjects in school.
- Food Handler Online Course
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http://www.foodhandler.orgThis online course from Chemeketa Community College allows you to qualify for a food handler's license valid anywhere in Oregon. The course costs $10.
- Guide to the Business of Babysitting
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http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/babysitting/Learn how to be a great babysitter.
- Job Corps
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http://jobcorps.doleta.gov/"Job Corps...helps young people ages 16 through 24 get a better job, make more money and take control of their lives." Click "Regions and States" to find information about local offices.
- Occupational Outlook Handbook
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http://www.bls.gov/oco/See how much demand there is for the jobs you're interested in. Find out about the education & training you need.
- SnagAJob.com
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http://snagajob.com/Search for part-time and hourly jobs by zip code. Lots of ads, so watch where you click.
- Teens4Hire
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http://www.teens4hire.org/"A home for teens looking for a job and for employers who hire them."
- Youth Employment Institute
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http://www.yei.org/Job readiness training and supervised work experiences, plus computer training, GED prep, and more.
- Health Information for Teen Workers
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http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/teenworkers/teenworkers.htmlYour rights and responsibilities as a teen worker. Also, learn the most common ways teens are injured at work.
- Youth@Work
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http://www.youth.eeoc.gov/More on your rights and responsibilities at work, from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.