SPARK OPPORTUNITY
EARN. LEARN.
GET CERTIFIED.
Ready to change the game?
If you’re 14-24+ years old and want to get paid while earning classroom credit, job certifications, or hands-on job experience, join us at Spark-Y. We have multiple pathways to engage for all levels of experience.
Here’s what’s in it for you:
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Earn money while working on game-changing projects.
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Boost the resume with certifications in Sustainability, Urban Agriculture, Education, Entrepreneurship, and more.
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The hands-on kind — that impacts our community and local environment.
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Through programs that can aid in dropping minor offenses, and wraparound services, such as transportation, that serve individual needs.
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Let’s find the best pathway for you:
I need a career kick start --
A paid, short-term
resume-builder:
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Our annual summer internship is a sustainability bootcamp where teams of youth interns execute real-world, hands-on projects throughout the Twin Cities.
If you’re all about teamwork, good vibes, and making an impact that matters, add your name to our waitlist—we’ll make sure you’re the first to know when opportunities open up.
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I’m building on my professional experience and ready to specialize:
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Throughout the year, we offer specialized apprenticeships in everything from STEM and horticulture to marketing and finance.
If you’re ready to sharpen your skills in an area you care about—while making a real impact—check out our job board for current openings.
Our spots fill up quickly! If you don’t see the right fit right now, join our waitlist and you’ll be the first to hear when new opportunities open up.
Join the waitlist.
I have some experience and now I’m eager to guide & inspire:
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Step into a leadership role with Spark-Y!
As a Team Lead, you’ll guide a crew of interns (ages 14–18) through our summer sustainability bootcamp—helping them grow while creating real impact for the environment. It’s hands-on, purpose-driven leadership that will sharpen your skills, boost your résumé, and make a difference.Check out our job board for openings, or join the waitlist to be first in line when opportunities launch.
Help me find my match!
Fill out our Earn & Learn form
so we can get to know you better and help you find the best opportunity match:
Prefer to chat?
Call / text: 612-208-2273