Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA Junior Volunteer Program
A shelter volunteer program in Burlingame for teens ages 13-17 (13-15 must volunteer with a parent), providing direct animal-care support experience and exposure to animal welfare work.
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UC Davis Vet Med Summer Academy (VMSA)
A week-long academy at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine where high schoolers explore veterinary careers through hands-on activities, clinical skills labs, and facility tours.
WildCare Youth Hospital Volunteer Program
A San Rafael wildlife hospital and education center program where volunteers under 18 support wildlife-patient care through prep, cleaning, and enclosure work, gaining close exposure to wildlife rehabilitation.
NSLC Veterinary Medicine
A residential pre-college summer program where students practice clinical skills, tour veterinary facilities, and meet veterinary professionals to explore the field of veterinary medicine.
East Bay Mineral & Lapidary Club Youth Membership
An East Bay (Oakland-area) nonprofit rock and mineral club offering a discounted youth membership for students 17 and under. Youth members get full access to lapidary workshops, cutting/polishing classes, field trips to geological sites, and the club's annual gem and mineral show, alongside an accompanying adult member.
Lindsay Wildlife Experience Teen Programs
Service-learning programs with animal ambassadors and wildlife education.
Monterey Bay Aquarium - Teen Conservation Leaders
Volunteer program developing conservation and communication skills working at the aquarium.