Teen Drop-In Center Internship or Volunteer OpportunityAt — Olive Crest LA

Opportunity Summary 

Join us in creating a safe, welcoming space for local teens! As an intern or volunteer at our Teen Drop-In Center, you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful connections, support youth, and be a consistent, positive presence in their lives. This role is all about showing up and spending time with teens, getting to know them. Our goal (and yours!) will be to create a space where they feel seen, supported, and valued. Whether you’re cooking a meal, watching TV, playing games, or leading a class based on your skills or passions, your presence makes a difference.

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

Through this experience, you will: - Build strong, authentic connections with teens - Learn the importance of consistency and trust in youth development - Help empower teens to grow in confidence and independence - Gain hands-on experience in community engagement and youth programming

Opportunity Training 

Volunteers and interns will receive: - An initial onboarding and organizational overview - Clear guidance on responsibilities and expectations - Job shadowing with the Teen Resource Center Coordinator - Ongoing support, including check-ins at the start of each shift and regular feedback conversations

Additional risk specific to this opportunity 

A volunteer waiver, livescan fingerprinting (costs covered) and drivers license or state ID is required for this position. Fire, earthquake and active shooter training is included in training.

Program 
CLA - Internship Program
Service Learning
Location Type 
On-site
Location 
United States
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
4hours per week
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
No
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
No Fees will be incurred by students
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
No
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing