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U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy Visits with Chicago Teens in After School Matters to Learn about Local Mental Health Challenges

December 9, 2022

For images and video content, click here. Visit marks one-year anniversary of national advisory on youth mental health crisis After School Matters works with Adler… More ›

After School Matters Annual Gala Raises More than $2.5 Million for Chicago’s Teens

October 7, 2022

For image downloads, click here. CHICAGO – Nearly 400 civic, corporate and community leaders attended the After School Matters AnnualMore ›

New Findings Shed Light on Continued Pandemic Challenges Faced by Chicago Teenagers

August 5, 2022

Analysis from the American Institutes for Research illustrate teens facing adult-like challenges and responsibilities: stress, continued food insecurity, financial hardship,More ›

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How do I apply to School Year Programs?  

May 11, 2022

You will need to apply for each ASM session: summer, fall, spring, and winter or spring break preview. Check out this tutorial on how to… More ›

What do I need to participate in an After School Matters internship?

March 29, 2017

Teens interested in applying to internships must be at least 16 years old and are paid an hourly rate of $15/hour. You will be asked… More ›

What happens if I am accepted into an internship?

March 6, 2017

The next step after being accepted as an intern or assistant is to make an appointment to complete employment verification. This includes an I-9 form… More ›

What if I don’t have a Social Security number or ITIN?

March 6, 2017

If you do not have a Social Security number or ITIN, you can still participate in some After School Matters programs! Please talk to your… More ›

What do I need to participate in an After School Matters internship?

July 15, 2015

Teens interested in applying to internships are required to be at least 16 years old, to interview for internship positions, and if hired to complete… More ›

Are After School Matters interns paid?

July 15, 2015

Yes, at this time, all interns are paid $15 an hour.

Will I have to interview or audition?

July 15, 2015

Yes, however, programs with a high volume of applicants might not interview/audition all applicants.

Do all program participants receive a stipend?

July 15, 2015

All teens that meet the stipend eligibility requirements will receive a stipend. To learn more about Teen Pay, click here

Does After School Matters offer internships?

July 15, 2015

Yes. To find out more about our internships and advanced internships, please click here. To apply to an internship, click here.

What are the program eligibility requirements?

July 15, 2015

To participate in an After School Matters program, you must: Be a resident of Chicago. Be 14 years old by the first day of program…. More ›