Teen Volunteer Program

Due to the current situation, teen volunteer opportunities have been temporarily suspended. Please check back once the library has reopened.

Volunteering helps teens develop a sense of social responsibility; build social connecting; improve communication and critical-thinking skills; and helps them find their passion and interests.

Opportunities

The Library offers three programs for area teens that promote personal growth and support workforce development.

Long Term

The Ongoing Program is available to area teens, grades 9 to 12, and offered throughout the year.

Shifts
Shifts are 3 hours, one day per week, with a minimum 10-week commitment. The on-boarding process is similar to the Adult Program.

Application Process

  1. Complete the Teen Volunteer Application (PDF)
  2. Interview with Volunteer Coordinator
  3. Background Check
    4.   Orientation and Training

Short Term

The Library offers two short-term opportunities for area teens:

Express Program
The Express Program is offered to area teens, grades 9 to 12, one week during the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District’s Winter and Spring breaks. Students can work between 9:00 am-12:00 pm each day, over a 5-day period, for a maximum of 15 hours. 

Application Process

  1. Complete the Teen Volunteer Application (PDF)
  2. Orientation and Training

Summer Teen Program

Due to the current situation, the Summer Teen Volunteer Program will not be offered this year. Please check back with us next spring for information on the 2021 program.
Teens, entering grades 9 to 12, can assist with the Library’s Summer Reading Program during June-August. A commitment of 2-3 hours, one day per week, for the duration of the program is expected. Students may elect to work more than one day per week.

Application Process (closed for 2020 season)

  1. Summer Teen Volunteer Application (PDF)
  2. Orientation and Training

Submitting Your Application

To apply for any Library Teen Volunteer Program, simply complete the application and return it to:
Suzanne Robitaille
Volunteer Coordinator
Paso Robles City Library
1000 Spring Street
Paso Robles, CA 93446