AIT Overview

Become an Aide-in-Training (AIT) at Kids' College

A Leadership Program for High School Students

Purpose:

The Aides-in-Training (AIT) program is designed for high school students to earn public service hours while also receiving leadership training and experiences.

Who:

Students entering 10th-12th grades can apply to become an AIT. No experience is necessary, however an appropriate attitude is required. A limited number of AITs will be selected for each two-week program.

What:

A work-oriented volunteer experience which gives teens the opportunity to assist Kids' College instructors, staff and students, while helping to create a safe and positive atmosphere for the participants. AITs will receive leadership & safety training, conflict resolution, public service hours and more!

2021 Dates of Programs:

Clermont Campus: June 8-17 ~ June 21-July 1 ~ July 6-15 ~ July 19-29

Leesburg Campus: June 14-24 ~ June 28-July 8 (closed 7/5/21) ~ July 12-22

Times:

 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Days:

 Mondays - Thursdays

Fees:

 $80 (AITs may be accepted for no more than 2 sessions per summer.)

Why:

Earn 75+ hours of volunteer public service hours per session for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, job applications, college applications and other scholarships. This is a great way to learn how to become a leader in your community and assist in providing youth with an opportunity to explore their interests and learn new skills.

Application Benefits:

Participants of the AIT program will be eligible to apply for a paid position as a Program Aide upon high school graduation.

Application:

Click here to access the 2021 AIT Application.

Application Deadline:

April 23, 2021