Our monthly Counseling Office newsletters always include the latest opportunities, but there have been so many lately that they deserve their own post! Click here for the latest Google Doc version. And please let the counseling office know of any additional opportunities!
JOBS/APPRENTICESHIP
* Berkshire Youth Job Fair | Wednesday April 22nd, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Berkshire Innovation Ceneter at 45 Woodlawn Ave, Pittsfield is hosting this event for local employers to share job opportunities with youth ages 14 - 25 and answer questions. Register in advance using this link: https://www.masshireberkshirecc.com/event/young-adult-job-fair/ and see the poster for more information.
* Early Childhood Education Apprenticeship
Sponsored by a state grant initiative, this apprenticeship program is intended to support high school graduates to pursue early childhood education, training, and work. It consists of a one year commitment and includes paid employment with a local EEC Employer, 2000 hours of mentored training hours, and 150 hours of related technical instruction including CPR and first aid training. Register by completing this online form as soon as possible.
* YouthWorks Summer Work Readiness Program | Application Deadline Thursday May 28th
Youth Works provides Massachusetts teens and young adults with their first jobs, leadership development, skills training, and career exploration. Participants of this program must be 14-to-25-year-olds. All program hours are PAID $15.00 per hour. Participants must have their own transportation. Please carefully review details, mandatory hours, and application instructions by clicking this link.
* North County Internship Program | Application Deadline Sunday June 7th
This program is administered by the MassHire Berkshire Workforce Board. The program offers an enriching internship with local employers to help students gain essential skills gained through a paid work experience. Applicants must complete a 2 day mandatory course in work readiness training held at MCLA and commit to the five week paid work experience. Click here for the Online Application for North County Summer Internship Program. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION BY Sunday June 7, 2026 by MIDNIGHT.
McKay’s is looking to hire part-time workers with reliable transportation who are at least age 18. Please complete a job application at the business during open hours at 903 Simonds Road, Williamstown, MA.
Cascade School Supplies Hiring Event
Cascade School Supplies at 1 Brown Street in North Adams is seeking seasonal full and part-time warehouse employees. They can provide after-school hours to students 16 and older. They are offering “On the spot”job interviews on the following dates:
May 8th, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
See the counseling office for more information.
VOLUNTEER
* Williamstown Spring Litter Cleanup Day | Saturday, April 18, 9am - 12pm
Please join us for a spring Litter Cleanup Action Day! Volunteers are needed to pick up trash along roadways, parks, and riverbanks all across town. Check-in at Field Park or at Bloedel Park anytime between 9 am and noon for instructions and a trash bag. Please wear bright clothes and appropriate shoes and work gloves. Come for an hour or more. HEAVY RAIN CANCELS
* Lanesborough Town Clean Up | Saturday, April 25th, 9:00am – 12pm
All are welcome. Bags and gloves provided. Choose your own spot (roadway or park) or ask for recommendations at sign-in. Dress appropriately and bring your own water. Sign in at Lanesborough Elementary School to receive Community Service Hours and enter a free raffle! HEAVY RAIN CANCELS.
* Sheep to Shawl Festival | Saturday, May 2nd, 10:30 - 3:30pm
The biennial Sheep to Shawl Festival takes place on May 2nd this year, and Williamstown Rural Lands is looking for volunteers! Help with kids crafts, be a parking attendant, work the ticket table, and more! The festival is four hours and we ask volunteers to commit to at least one full hour. And get free attendance!
For more information please contact Micah Manary, programs@rurallands.org
Mount Greylock Track Team/Meet Volunteers
Coach Gill is looking for students to assist at our home track meets this spring! He’s looking for a variety of help, including score-keeping, maintaining the sand, moving equipment, etc. Please tell him in person if you’re interested in helping this season!
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Cleanup Day | Saturday, April 25, 9am - 12pm
Spend your morning helping to clean-up and revamp the sanctuary for spring as part of Mass Audubon’s Statewide Volunteer Day. We will be spreading mulch, removing invasive plant species, weeding key areas, refreshing accessible trails with gravel, and assisting with general trail maintenance.
Follow directions to register on their website.
For questions, contact: Shannon Cahill: scahill@massaudubon.org, or 413-728-4852
Lanesborough Elementary School PTO Meeting Childcare | Tuesday, May 5th
Meetings take place at 5:30pm. Please contact Ashley at lanesboroughpto@gmail.com if you can help!
American Legion Flag Display at Eastlawn Cemetery, Williamstown | Sunday, May 10th, 8:00am
Students are welcome to show up at Eastlawn Cemetery in Williamstown at 8:00am to help plant flags in preparation for Memorial Day - no need to RSVP.
Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) | Various Volunteer Opportunities
BEAT provides numerous environmentally focused volunteer opportunities throughout the year, especially in spring and summer. Review opportunities on their website here, and contact them at team@thebeatnews.org.
Williamstown Rural Lands (WRL) | Various Volunteer Opportunities
WRL continually hosts volunteer opportunities such as clean-up days. Keep an eye on their website here and sign up to receive their e-news for the most up-to-date information.
Milne Public Library, Williamstown | Various Volunteer Opportunities
The Williamstown Library is always eager to have volunteer assistance, whether with shelving books or proactive community outreach. Please view their volunteer page and contact them to find out more: https://www.milnelibrary.org/volunteer
Lanesborough/New Ashford Dollars for Scholars Volunteers Needed | Various
Dollars For Scholars helps provide scholarships to students living in Lanesborough or New-Ashford. Completing volunteer hours in the community counts towards scholarship eligibility.
Click here to learn more about the organization.
TRAINING/EDUCATION
* FREE FIELD TRIP: Construction & Trades Career Day | Thur, April 30th 7:30 - 2:30 - Sign up by April 17th in Counseling Office
Students in grades 9 - 12 who are interested in manufacturing, construction, and trades careers should sign up to attend a free field trip on Thursday April 30th to Greenfield, MA for Construction & Trades Career Day, sponsored by Mount Greylock and Berkshire Workforce. There will be lots of hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and eye-opening examples of jobs and careers to pursue after high school or college, such as Electricians, Plumbers, Welders, HVAC Workers, Designers, Artists, Manufacturing, Carpentry, Green Energy, Contracting, Emergency Services, Masonry, Welding, Painting, HeavyMachinery, Tree Work, Stone Masonry, Horticulture, Metal Fabrication…
Mass. College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) Open House | Friday, April 24th, 9:30am
Prospective students and their families can visit campus and meet MCLA representatives in person and and tour the campus. Please Register online here.
SUMMER PROGRAMS
* Future Innovators Summer Program | Deadline: May 15th
Rising 10th-grade students (only) have a unique chance to develop systems thinking, human skills, and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies. Participants will have numerous engagement opportunities focused on teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving. Please apply by May 15th at this link: https://www.berkshireinnovationcenter.com/futureinnovators
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Session #1:Monday, July 6, 2026 – Friday, July 17, 2026
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Session #2:Dates: Monday, July 20, 2026 – Friday, July 31, 2026
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Location: Berkshire Innovation Center, Pittsfield, 9:00am - 3:00pm
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A limited number of stipends are available for participants who may lose income while attending the program. A request for a stipend requires an additional (optional) application.
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