Student Opportunities
While you are a student or soon after you graduate, you can take advantage of opportunities to work and volunteer at DHS. Successfully completing these temporary paid opportunities and/or reporting unpaid involvement on your résumé can set you apart from the crowd.
Paid Opportunities
Graduate and Undergraduate Students
Graduate Students
Local Government Case Competition
For graduate students in the fields of public policy, social work, business or law who are interested in a career in the public sector
Recent College or University Graduates
DHS Fellows in Local Government Program
For recent Bachelor degree graduates who have received services through DHS
DHS Scholars in Local Government Program
For recent graduates with advanced degrees
Volunteer and Giving Opportunities
Holiday Project
Students are encouraged to have a gift collection drive or volunteer in the Holiday Project Open Donations Shop to benefit those served through CYF.
Project Prom
Students are invited to have a formal wear donation drive, organize a FUNd-raiser or think of other creative ways to benefit students served by DHS.
Allegheny County Music Festival Fund
Students are encouraged to think of creative ways to raise funds to support those served by DHS.