For Youth

APOYO values the initiatives, ideas, and support of youth. Your support is crucial for the development of our community and for the success of our organization.

Youth Empowerment Program

We are excited to introduce our Youth Empowerment Program – IMPACTO! Join our initiative to help develop youth leadership skills by:

• Voice your opinions on the Organizing Committee
• Build community solidarity by volunteering
• Paid internship opportunities for the fall, winter, and spring quarters
• Participate in our monthly events

For more information, visit our Youth Empowerment page.

Internship Opportunities

CWU student interns are essential members of our team. Our needs constantly change, and you can help at APOYO in many ways. Some internships come with a stipend.

Contact us to propose an internship or project with us!

2026 Spring Open Internships:

Applications close Friday, March 6, 2026.

Educational Program Internship – Spring 2026

Food Pantry and Office Internship – Spring 2026

Youth Empowerment Internship – Spring 2026

Past Internship Opportunities:

• Youth Empowerment Internship – Spring 2025, Summer 2025, Fall 2025, Winter 2026
• Graphic Design Internship – Winter 2026
• Food Pantry and Office Internship – Fall 2025, Winter 2026
• Educational Program Internship – Fall 2025, Winter 2026
• Technical Solutions Internship – Spring 2025
• Health & Wellness Internship – Winter 2024, Spring 2024
• APOYO Local Growers Apprenticeship – Spring 2023

Propose an Assignment or Research Project

We work with students to bring internship proposals to our board. Graduate studies can also be arranged. If you are working on a class assignment or would like to discuss research projects, please contact us. We would love to hear how you can help!

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are the heart of our organization. Whether from the university or the community, our volunteers positively change the lives of those we serve.

Does your campus club want to help out? Do you need community service hours? We’d love to connect! Note: an adult must accompany youth under 18.

Visit our Volunteer page for further information.