Prepare For Your Future
Opportunities Board
The Opportunities Board connects high school students in Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties with meaningful experiences beyond the classroom. Explore jobs, internships, summer programs, volunteer opportunities, and scholarships — all in one place.
Check back often as new opportunities are added regularly. Click on any listing to learn more and apply.
Paid Jobs and Internships
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ODOT CERTIFIED TRAFFIC CONTROL FLAGGER: A Flagger directs vehicles around construction and road work sites while setting up barricades, signs, and traffic cones. The role pays $22 per hour and requires standing for long periods, holding a stop/slow paddle, and working safely in fast-paced outdoor environments. A+ Flagging seeks dependable, quick-thinking individuals who prioritize safety and are ready to support traffic control operations.
*Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
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P/T RETAIL STORE ASSOCIATE: adidas is hiring a Part-Time Retail Store Associate at the Woodburn Premium Outlets in Woodburn, OR. This position is a great opportunity for students looking to build customer service and retail experience while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Flexible scheduling is available, including evenings and weekends, and employee discounts are included.
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CREW MEMBER: Burgerville is hiring crew members for its new Salem location, where you'll assist with guest service, food production, and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
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TIRE INSTALLER: Balances, installs, and rotates tires. Stocks tires and batteries, and repairs tires. Answers questions, makes recommendations, and assists members with purchasing/returning tires and batteries. Provides a high level of member service.
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MEMBERSHIP CLERK: Processes member sign ups, renewals and added cards. Educates members and potential members about membership, warehouse and credit programs. Assists members regarding item availability. Issues replacement and temporary cards, keys credit applications. Provides a high level of member service.
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TEAM MEMBER: Dave’s Hot Chicken is a rapidly expanding new concept, serving Nashville-style Hot Chicken. As a local, family-owned franchise, we are excited to bring this extremely successful concept from Los Angeles to Oregon. The Team Member is responsible and accountable for performing specific tasks and duties assigned within the Restaurant, including guest service, food prep, restaurant cleanliness, and teamwork.
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BROISTA: Join our team as a Broista and deliver exceptional customer service at Dutch Bros Coffee! Engage with customers, master our menu, and create memorable experiences in a fun, fast-paced environment. Enjoy growth opportunities, paid volunteer time, and a supportive culture. Ready to make an impact with every cup? Apply today!
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GENERAL PARK EMPLOYMENT: Do you want to work in a fun, high-energy environment where we work together to create magical memories for our guests? We’re looking for enthusiastic team members to join us in a variety of roles, including cooks, cashiers, attendants, face painters, and more. If you love working with people, being part of a supportive team, and bringing smiles to others, we’d love to have you join.
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DINING SERVICES POSITIONS: If you stay cool under pressure and solve kitchen conundrums fast, fair, and with flair - Freindsview wants to see your resume!
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RESIDENT ASSISTANT: In this role, you’ll support older adults with daily tasks like dressing, bathing, and meals—always with respect, kindness, and a focus on honoring their independence and choices.
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SALES HELP DESK CRAFTSMAN: Monrovia is seeking a Sales Help Desk Craftsmen for their beautiful Dayton, Oregon, nursery. As a Sales Help Desk Craftsman, you will collaborate with the Outside & Inside Sales Craftsmen to assist with administrative and data entry projects. From processing orders to supporting events and assisting customers. Learn more about the opportunity by clicking the link below!
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SEVERAL POSITIONS: Olive Garden is hiring for several positions at its Lancaster Drive location. From host to line prep, start your restaurant career today!
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RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE: Come join The Leader In The Industry! We are seeking passionate, hard-working individuals to represent our brand. We offer a generous commission program, including a multiplier plus a base pay. We are searching for driven, sales-focused, vibrant employees who love beauty, wellness, self-care, skincare, and are looking for a fun, fast-paced environment.
*Part-time and full-time positions available, with flexible scheduling.
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SALES ASSOCIATE: The Sales Associate is responsible for maintaining Guest Services as per Company Standard. The Sales Associate will support the Store Management Team by generating sales, performing housekeeping, merchandising, signing, pricing, and POS operations, and handling loss prevention, in adherence to all Company policies and procedures.
*The minimum age requirement for this position is 17.
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BERRIES INTERNSHIP (SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT): The Marion Berries are looking for highly motivated individuals to join their team. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, is a self-starter, and is driven by meeting deadlines.
Internship Opportunities include:
Ticket Sales
Fan Engagement
Game Day Promotions
Social Media
Marketing
Learn more about the sports and entertainment world!
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LIFEGUARD: Since 1938, generations of campers have come to experience the joy and beauty of Camp Silver Creek. Located deep inside Oregon's Silver Falls State Park, historic Camp Silver Creek is a magical place for children and adults alike. We are actively hiring great role models who are energetic, collaborative, and hard-working to join the team for this summer!
*Minimum age of fifteen years old.
Job Shadow Host Sites
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Location: Salem, Oregon
Job Shadow Options: Plant Operator, QC Technician, Driver, Laborer, Dispatch and/or Dispatch/Scale Operator
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Location: Canby, Oregon
Job Shadow Options: Project Engineer, Foreman and/or Superintendent
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Location: Newberg, Oregon
Job Shadow Options: Health Services, Facility Services, and/or Dining Services
FULL at this time
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Location: Independence, Oregon
Job Shadow Options: EMS and/or Fire Services with the possibility of an Ambulance Ride-Along
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Location: Salem, Oregon
Job Shadow Options: CNA, Program Instructor, Life Enrichment Director, Social Services Director, Maintenance/Plant Manager, Office Manager/Billing Specialist
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Location: Salem, Oregon
Job Shadow Options: Mill Technician, Mill Technician Supervisor and/or Safety Team Lead
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Location: Salem, Oregon
Job Shadow Options: Line Cook, Prep Cook, Expo/Runner, Front of House/Guest Interaction, Operations/Small Business Management
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Professional Development
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PRE-APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROGRAM: With a focus on apprenticeship, the Oregon Tradeswomen’s Pathways to Success program offers a Trades and Apprenticeship Career Class (TACC), a 192-hour apprenticeship and employment readiness training program to prepare adult job-seekers for a career in the skilled construction trades.
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PAPÉ TECHNICIAN SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM: Launch your career as a Papé Technician through a sponsorship program that offers tuition reimbursement, paid work experience while in school, premium tools, and full-time employment opportunities after graduation.
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CAREER EXPLORATION: Peterson CAT ThinkBIG is a paid career training program for students interested in diesel technology and heavy equipment careers. Participants earn an associate degree while gaining hands-on experience working alongside industry professionals through a combination of classroom instruction and paid on-the-job training.
Scholarships
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Students continuing their education after high school may be eligible for $3,500 SELCO scholarships. Scholarships can be used for vocational, technical, two-year, or four-year programs!
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Citizens Bank is offering up to five $2,000 scholarships to Oregon high school seniors to help cover college tuition and expenses! To qualify, students must schedule and complete a visit to a Citizens Bank branch between October 19, 2026, and February 26, 2027, submit a scholarship application, and write a 1 to 3-page essay about what they learned during their visit regarding community banking or careers in banking. Interested students can learn more and apply here.
Trevin, Knife River Student Intern
“This job over here at Knife River will help me when I turn 18 to proceed with my life and my goals”
Why Work in High School
In these student stories, high schoolers share why getting a job early matters. Hear how working has helped them build skills, gain confidence, and get ready for what’s next.