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High School Mentor

Seattle, WA · On-site

$58K - $64K/hr

THE OPPORTUNITY Summer Search Seattle is seeking a High School Mentor to manage a caseload of approximately 36 high school students, building long-term relationships and providing regular mentoring ...

Summer Search LLC

High School Mentor

Seattle, WA · On-site

$59K - $81K/yr

THE OPPORTUNITY Summer Search Seattle is seeking a High School Mentor to manage a caseload of approximately 36 high school students, building long-term relationships and providing regular mentoring ...

Stoel

Law Student Recruiting Manager

Seattle, WA · Hybrid

$95K - $150K/yr

The Law Student Recruiting Manager leads the firm's law student recruiting strategy and programs ... Attend summer associate events -- or ensure a member of the recruiting team attends the events ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for student summer in Edmonds, WA is $15.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.76 and $16.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a student summer?

Student summer jobs are temporary employment opportunities specifically designed for students during their summer break. These jobs can range from internships, retail positions, camp counselors, to research assistants, and provide students with valuable work experience, income, and skills development. They are often flexible to accommodate students’ schedules and can help build a professional network or inform future career choices. Many employers specifically recruit students for these roles during the summer months.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on during a student summer job, and how do these contribute to my professional development?

Student summer jobs often involve a mix of hands-on tasks and support responsibilities, such as assisting with ongoing projects, organizing events, conducting research, or handling administrative duties. These experiences help you develop practical workplace skills, like time management, teamwork, and communication. You'll likely have the chance to collaborate with professionals from various departments, which provides valuable insight into different career paths and industries. Taking initiative and seeking feedback can further enhance your learning and open doors for future internships or job opportunities.

What are the qualifications to get a student summer job?

The qualifications to get a student summer job vary depending on the position. However, you typically must be at least 16 years old to work in the United States, which means that you do not necessarily need to have a high school diploma or GED certificate to be eligible for job opportunities. Some previous experience in your specific field is especially useful if you are applying for summer internships that provide school credit. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are often necessary for seasonal summer work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a student summer worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Summer Worker, you need reliability, a willingness to learn, and basic organizational or technical skills relevant to the specific job, often requiring no formal qualifications. Familiarity with office software, point-of-sale systems, or industry-specific tools can be beneficial depending on the role. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability help students stand out and quickly adjust to various workplace settings. These skills are important because they enable students to contribute effectively, gain valuable experience, and make a positive impression during short-term employment.

What is the difference between Student Summer vs Student Intern?

AspectStudent SummerStudent Intern
Required CredentialsHigh school or college student, no formal certification neededTypically enrolled in a related academic program, may require specific coursework
Work EnvironmentTemporary, seasonal work often in retail, hospitality, or campsProfessional setting, often in corporate, engineering, or healthcare fields
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by a variety of industries for short-term staffingCommon in industries offering structured internship programs

Student Summer roles are usually short-term, seasonal positions aimed at high school or college students seeking work experience during breaks. Student Intern positions are more structured, often involving specific projects or training within professional environments, and are typically part of academic programs. Both roles provide valuable experience but differ in scope, environment, and expectations.

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Infographic showing various Student Summer job openings in Edmonds, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 38% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,454 per year, or $15.6 per hour.

High School Mentor

Seattle, WA • On-site

Summer Search
Non-Profits • 51 - 200 employees
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$58K - $64K/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

HIGH SCHOOL MENTOR
SUMMER SEARCH, SEATTLE
At Summer Search, we believe in 'No Ceilings' and envision a world in which young people, regardless of circumstances, can chart their own destiny. In the United States, students from underserved communities – disproportionately BIPOC and first-generation – face systemic inequities in school, in the workforce, and in life. Nevertheless, these young people possess unique strengths, resilience, and limitless potential.
Since 1990, Summer Search has partnered with young people during their transition from adolescence into adulthood by connecting them to expansive opportunities, professional mentoring, and a community of support. Summer Searchers recognize their potential and build a toolkit to navigate and challenge systemic barriers, break new ground for their families and communities, and achieve economic equity and a life of purpose.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Summer Search Seattle is seeking a High School Mentor to manage a caseload of approximately 36 high school students, building long-term relationships and providing regular mentoring through a combination of groups and individual conversations from sophomore year through senior year of high school. Joining a supportive program team that currently serves over 300 high school students, this hire will have the opportunity to practice Summer Search’s unique approach to mentoring, prepare students for two challenging summer experiences, support post-secondary readiness and matriculation, and join a team that is committed to learning, social and racial equity, and the students we serve.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Specifically, the High School Mentor will advance Summer Search’s mission through the following job responsibilities:
Student Mentoring and Program Facilitation (60%)
1:1 Mentoring
  • Mentor a caseload of 36- 44 high school participants, building relationships and conducting regular mentoring at school, in our office or by phone.
  • Utilize a unique mentoring methodology based upon adolescent social-emotional development, cultural relevance, and critical consciousness. Enable conversations that allow students to reflect upon the impact of identities and social/cultural context on their lives.
  • Hold students accountable to year-round program participation, as well as demonstrating a personal commitment to students that results in a high level of engagement throughout their Summer Search experience.
  • Monitor and promote students’ academic and extracurricular participation and performance, as well as post-secondary readiness requirements.
  • Communicate with students’ families, especially regarding details about summer experiences and career opportunities.
Group Mentoring
  • Conduct bi-weekly group mentoring sessions for caseload of sophomores and juniors – in person. Build multi-year relationships with participants and cultivate their connections with one another and Summer Search.
  • Create a safe community where students can be honest with each other by ensuring each student has the space to be heard and challenged respectfully and setting up physical space that is conducive to achieving the objectives of each session.
  • Recognize a student safety situation and how to respond and care for both the individual student and the group.
  • Observe and respond to group needs and adapt facilitation style accordingly.
Community Engagement and Partnership (20%)
  • With School and Community Engagement staff’s guidance:
    • Support and/or lead outreach presentations and application workshops for prospective students and provide 1:1 follow up as needed.
    • Establish and nurture relationships with staff partners at your partner high school(s).
    • Engage school partners proactively in supporting students and coordinating logistics.
  • Respond promptly and thoughtfully to requests from school partners.
  • Attend key milestone events for participants and their families throughout the school year.
  • Know the resources and people available at your partner high school(s) and how these resources intersect with Summer Search.
  • Connect participants to college access partner and mental health and career resources.
Data, Caseload Management and Learning (15%)
  • Ensure meticulous data collection on a weekly basis in our program database (i.e. Salesforce) to execute organization-wide programmatic metrics, goals and data expectations, such as outreach and mentoring touchpoints.
  • Provide curriculum feedback to inform iterative curriculum development.
  • Participate in ongoing observation, coaching, training, and professional development to build job-related skills, knowledge, and capacity.
  • Participate in elements of an evaluation plan designed to assess program quality, fidelity and outcomes and to inform individual staff development and continuous improvement of program model (e.g., complete feedback surveys after mentoring sessions).
  • Participate in other projects as assigned.
Engage in Site-Wide and Network Initiatives (5%)
  • Attend and engage with our regional Signature Events and participant and family events about 3 times a quarter, typically in the evenings.
  • Support project management of participant-facing events (i.e. orientations, summer celebrations, etc.)
  • Provide support to the Summer on Call team when issues or concerns arise related to your participants during Summer Experiences.
WHO YOU ARE
High School Mentors exemplify curiosity, empathy, teamwork, flexibility, critical consciousness, and a commitment to learning. Specifically, strong candidates will bring:
  • EXPERIENCE: At least 2 years of professional experience working with student populations served by Summer Search (e.g. low-income families, students of color, LGBTQIA+, English Language Learners, and diverse religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds). Group facilitation experience is strongly desired. Academic or applied knowledge of adolescent development and/or training in restorative/transformative justice work is a plus.
  • DEPTH MENTORING: You understand and create an environment where all people feel safe enough to explore, discuss, question, and reflect on past, current or future experiences in one-on-one or large group discussions.
  • ACCOUNTABILITY: You hold yourself and others responsible for processes, decisions, actions, and commitments to results to drive high quality outcomes. You're responsive to the needs of stakeholders and follow through on commitments.
  • TEAMWORK amp; COLLABORATION: You value many voices, are comfortable creating space for dialogue and handle interpersonal issues constructively. You inspire and foster commitment, connection, enthusiasm, and trust and motivate others to achieve common goals.
  • CRITICAL CONCIOUSNESS You understand the root causes of societal discrimination and injustices and are self-reflective about your own privilege and positional power. You apply critical thinking and act toward liberatory and inclusive practices.
  • TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Proficiency in meticulous data tracking and management; experience using Salesforce or a similar database is a plus.
  • LANGUAGE SKILLS: Proficiency in Spanish is a plus.
In addition, all Summer Search staff bring a commitment to our mission of unleashing students’ potential through mentoring and transformative experiences, as well as the ability to thrive in an environment that values excellence, gratitude, well-being, diversity, authenticity, and collaboration.
LOCATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Work hours are Mon-Fri 10am-6pm with occasional weekend and evening special events. This is a hybrid role with at least two days a week working in person at our office in King County required and up to three days a week of remote work. In-person work requirements are subject to change due to needs of the site or position.
This hire must be able to be in-person for group mentoring and outreach presentations. Therefore, this hire must be able to travel to partner high schools, and convenings in King County up to four times a month (with additional travel in fall outreach season as needed). Therefore, reliable transportation to travel to the office and schools in the South King County region is required.
COMPENSATION amp; BENEFITS
This is a non-exempt position with a starting pay rate of $30.06- $32.99 per hour equivalent to $58,622- $64,335 annually. Summer Search is committed to transparent, equitable compensation practices. Salaries are benchmarked using current market data and salary bands are created to demonstrate the growth potential within the band. Typically, offers are made at the starting place of the salary band. The Hiring Manager partners with the Talent Team to ensure offers are appropriate, competitive and maintain internal equity.
Well-being, flexibility, and ongoing learning and development are pillars of our culture. We value our staff and are committed to creating an environment where every individual feels seen, heard and valued. Investments in our staff include:
  • Medical insurance with up to 90% employer contribution
  • Dental, vision, FSA, life and disability insurance plans
  • 401 (K) and Employer Match up to $2,000 annually
  • Generous time off including 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 18 holidays (2 floating holidays of your choice, a birthday day-off, 10 company-wide holidays, and a 1-week December closure). Plus, Re-Fresh Friday’s - a paid full day off the first Friday of every month!
  • A comprehensive Employee Recognition Program (years of service awards, spot awards, and professional development funding).
  • A four-week paid sabbatical after five years of continuous employment.
  • Individual, local, regional and national training.
  • A commitment to developing leaders from within the organization.
  • An organizational culture that supports staff well-being and holistic self-care/community care
  • Ample opportunities to connect with the students and communities we serve.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
With a staff that cares deeply about social justice and racial justice, we believe that diverse perspectives and backgrounds create a rich work environment and enhance our ability to pursue our mission. We are committed to building an organization with critical consciousness in order to impact how we work with students, as well as how we work together as a team. We hope you will join us as we continue to build a justice-centered organization that fosters a work environment where people from all backgrounds are welcomed and valued.
TO APPLY
Submit a resume and targeted cover letter, addressed to Jeff Lewis, Director of Programs, that answers the question, “Why are you interested in the High School Mentor role at Summer Search?”
SUMMER SEARCH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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