Internship
San Francisco Public Library Youth Engaged in Library Leadership (YELL)
San Francisco Public Library Youth Engaged in Library Leadership (YELL) is a internship run by San Francisco Public Library in San Francisco, CA. Open to: ages 15 to 19.
- Who can join
- Ages 15 to 19
- minimum age posted
- Status
- Opens seasonally
- Season
- Summer
- Cost
- Paid stipend plus a $500
About the program
A paid summer workforce development internship at SFPL.
Interns work with librarians to support STEM and literacy activities and create intern-led events.
Key facts
- Run by
- San Francisco Public Library
- Where
- San Francisco, CA
- Who can join
- Ages 15 to 19Attending 11th or 12th grade in Fall 2026, or a recent graduate; between 15 and 19 as of June 9, 2026; San Francisco residents
- Commitment
- 16-20 hours per week, June 15 to August 2
- Applications
- Applications open annually in March (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)
- Cost
- Paid stipend plus a $500 scholarship on completion
- To apply
- Application through JCYC/SF YouthWorks
- Interview
- Orientation
- Good fit for
- Education, Arts and Humanities
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 Youth Engaged in Library Leadership (YELL) details
A link to this page, with the age rule and application window, plus similar programs.
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Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to join San Francisco Public Library Youth Engaged in Library Leadership (YELL)?
Ages 15 to 19. Attending 11th or 12th grade in Fall 2026, or a recent graduate; between 15 and 19 as of June 9, 2026; San Francisco residents
How many hours does San Francisco Public Library Youth Engaged in Library Leadership (YELL) require?
16-20 hours per week, June 15 to August 2
When does San Francisco Public Library Youth Engaged in Library Leadership (YELL) take applications?
Applications open annually in March (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)
What do you need to apply?
Application through JCYC/SF YouthWorks, Interview, Orientation.
Sources and method
Suggested attribution: Dewey Smart. “San Francisco Public Library Youth Engaged in Library Leadership (YELL)”. https://www.deweysmart.com/opportunities/sfpl-yell.
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