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Calling all teens! Discover your next job or volunteer opportunity at SBPL’s annual Teen Job & Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, April 15 from 4:00-6:00pm at Central Library on the Michael Towbes Library Plaza.

This free event connects teens with local businesses and organizations offering summer jobs, internships, and volunteer positions. Participants will have the chance to meet directly with representatives from a wide range of employers and nonprofits. Opportunities include part-time jobs in retail and food service, internships with local nonprofit organizations, and meaningful community service roles that help teens earn volunteer hours while making a difference.

More than 200 teens connected with job and volunteer opportunities at last year’s fair. “This is a great way for teens to explore what’s out there, build confidence, and take the next steps towards entering the workforce,” said Teen Services Librarian, Kendra Moss.

The fair is open to teens in grades 9–12, and parents or guardians are welcome to attend as well. Registration is not required, and food provided by Dave’s Dogs will be available for the first 150 participating teens.

Want to sharpen your interview skills? Register for the Teen Interview Skills Workshop on Wednesday, April 22 from 4:15-5:45pm! Participants will be able to get tips and tricks for their next interview and be provided with real-time feedback. Registration is required; snacks provided. For teens in grades 9-12. Register here.


Event Details: 
Teen Job and Volunteer Fair 
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026   
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM  
Location: Central Library (40 E. Anapamu), Michael Towbes Library Plaza 
Parking: Available adjacent to Central Library in City Lots 6 and 7. The first 75 minutes are free. Each additional hour or part is $3.00.

Participating Organizations: 
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, Sea Center 
Goodwill Mission Services 
YouthWell 
United States Postal Service 
Ice in Paradise 
Veggie Rescue 
Peak2Pacific: Outdoor Adventures & Environmental Education 
Apples to Zucchini Cooking School 
Mission Park Health care  
MOXI 
Santa Barbara Museum of Art 
Elings Park Foundation 
Noah's Anchorage 
Covenant Living at the Samarkand 
City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation  
City of Santa Barbara Downtown Parking and Ambassador Programs 
PeerBuddies 
AHA! 
Santa Barbara Zoo  
Special Olympics Southern California 
Therapist Development Center's (TVP) Tzedakah Foundation Teen Internships 
Santa Barbara Unified School District 
Unity Shoppe 
DivineCare for the Elderly 
Santa Barbara Trapeze Co. 
Summer Solstice Celebration
CADA
Mental Wellness Center