Club or organization
City of Houston Mayor's Youth Council
City of Houston Mayor's Youth Council is a club or organization run by City of Houston in Houston, TX. Open to: grades 9 to 12.
- Who can join
- Grades 9 to 12
- Status
- Opens seasonally
- Season
- School year
- Cost
- Not posted
About the program
The Mayor's Youth Council, started in 1998, gives Houston high school students leadership and civic experience.
Members learn how city government works in a council modeled on Houston City Council, with district and at-large positions.
Key facts
- Run by
- City of Houston
- Where
- Houston, TX
- Who can join
- Grades 9 to 12High school students in grades 9-12 who live in the City of Houston city limits.
- Commitment
- Year-round; attend meetings and take part in projects, activities, and events
- Applications
- The 2025-2026 application period is closed; the call for applications usually goes out in September (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)
- Cost
- Not posted
- To apply
- Application
- Interview
- Good fit for
- Law and Government
Making the most of it on a college application
- Stay long enough to take on more responsibility, such as a second year or training new volunteers.
- Keep a log of hours and a few specific moments. They become the activities list entry and, often, an essay.
- Pair it with something that shows the same interest from another side, such as a class, a competition, or a summer program.
Email me the Mayor's Youth Council details
A link to this page, with the age rule and application window, plus similar programs.
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| Opportunity | Where | Who can join | Commitment | When to apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital Summer Junior Volunteer ProgramVolunteering · Hospital or health system | Houston, TX | 15 and up | Not posted | 2026 applications opened February 9, 2026 at 3 p.m. and filled within an hour; next program information in January 2027 (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability) |
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Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to join City of Houston Mayor's Youth Council?
Grades 9 to 12. High school students in grades 9-12 who live in the City of Houston city limits.
How many hours does City of Houston Mayor's Youth Council require?
Year-round; attend meetings and take part in projects, activities, and events
When does City of Houston Mayor's Youth Council take applications?
The 2025-2026 application period is closed; the call for applications usually goes out in September (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)
What do you need to apply?
Application, Interview.
Sources and method
Suggested attribution: Dewey Smart. “City of Houston Mayor's Youth Council”. https://www.deweysmart.com/opportunities/houston-mayors-youth-council.
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