Teen Ambassadors (Multiple Vacancies)

Important Notice: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Are you ready to make real change in your community? We’re looking for enthusiastic, motivated, and passionate High Schools students to become Teen Ambassadors for an exciting new project developing the Arlington’s Children & Youth Well-Being Plan.

This is your chance to amplify your voice, represent your peers, and work directly with local leaders to build a stronger, more inclusive Arlington for all children and youth. We want ambassadors who represent a variety of races, cultures, genders, and backgrounds to ensure the plan is inclusive, equitable, and truly reflective of our community.

As a Teen Ambassador, you’ll be a key part of the planning team, working 2–4 hours per week (mostly Tuesday afternoons) with some weekend availability. Your role includes:

Co-Facilitate Workgroups
Work alongside peers and community members to lead conversations on:

• Helping all children and youth thrive;
• Boosting resilience and access to support;
• Meeting the diverse cultural and language needs of our community; and
• Making youth programs more connected and resource-savvy.

Co-Facilitate Community Meetings
Help organize and guide youth-focused community meetings. As a Teen Ambassador, you will listen, share, and lead discussions to gather input from community members.

Create Youth Outreach Materials
Work with the team to create graphics, flyers, and messaging that connect with Arlington teens.

Lead Social Media Engagement
Use Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms to bring the plan to life and keep the conversation going.

Why You Should Apply:

• Make your voice heard on policies that affect YOU;
• Build leadership and public speaking skills;
• Connect with other passionate students and community leaders;
• Add meaningful experience to your resume or college applications; and
• Get involved in something bigger than yourself.

Minimums: 

• Reading, writing, arithmetic, technical, interpersonal, problem solving and decision-making skills required will vary with the level and type of assignment.

• Currently enrolled in high school for the 2026-2027 school year. 

Desirables: Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Strong communication and leadership skills;
• Passionate about community engagement and youth advocacy;
• Experience with social media and design tools is a plus;
• Ability to work with a team; and
• Current Arlington County High School Student.

Special Requirements: 

• Interested candidates must attach a brief statement -OR- in the questionnaire section describe their experience in community engagement, youth advocacy, and/or leadership, as well as their interest in the role.

• A complete application will include an attached resume which highlights how your background and experience align with the qualifications for this position.

• A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted.  It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Additional Information:

• Work Hours: 2-4 hours per week. Some weekend work is required. Most shifts will be Tuesday evenings after school from 4 PM – 6 PM. Additional hours would be assigned independent work based on the needs of the team and working within applicant availability. 

• Duration: This is a seasonal position for a minimum of one (1) academic year.

   

The official job title is Student Assistant I.

Applicants may attach a resume in addition to completing the online application. Attaching a resume without completion of the application will be considered "an incomplete application". 

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