Honoring Legacy Through Opportunity
Founded in 2026
"Together we honor the lives that have shaped our city by investing in the young people who will define its future"
- Mayor Charelle Parker
About the Program
The inaugural Mayor’s Legacy Scholars cohort is launching as a pilot internship program designed to test a new model of career-connected learning placing youth in opportunities aligned with the lives and legacy of notable Philadelphians.
Through the initiative, program participants are placed at internships within the City's Office of the Chief Administrator where they are introduced to the inner workings of city government, build foundational work-ready skills, and contribute to meaningful, hands-on projects that support public service delivery and civic engagement.
The program represents a partnership with the Office of Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, Career Connected Learning PHL (C2L-PHL), and Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN) to create high-impact, hands-on opportunities that can be scaled to reach more young people in the years ahead.
Number of Internships:
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Eight
Who is Eligible:
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Youth currently enrolled in a School District of Philadelphia public school
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Rising 10th-12th Graders
Application Process:
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March / April - Application + Pre-Screening Window
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April / May - Formal Interviews with City of Philadelphia
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June - Clearances + Onboarding
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June 15th / August 6th - Internship
Program Dates + Commitment
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June 15th through August 6th (8 weeks total)
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Monday through Thursday - 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
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20 hours per week; 160 hours total
Compensation
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Students will receive a funded internship experience totaling $1,500 for the full 8-week program
Partnership and Public Purpose
The Mayor’s Legacy Scholars Internship Program represents a coordinated effort across public systems to connect remembrance with meaningful opportunity.
The Office of Cherelle Parker leads in selecting the individuals whose lives are honored through the program, while City administrative leadership ensures that each internship is thoughtfully structured and fully supported.
Career Connected Learning PHL (C2L PHL) and the Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN) provide critical support by managing recruitment, pre-screening, HR processes, ongoing professional development, and wraparound services, ensuring each intern has the guidance and resources needed to thrive.
How to Apply:
Applications are currently closed for the summer of 2026 .
We encourage interested young people to complete the pre-screening form below to be notified when applications re-open and when similar opportunities from PYN and the City of Philadelphia become available.
The Mayor’s Legacy Scholars Internship Program represents eight of the highest-level summer opportunities available to young people in Philadelphia. Applicants should expect a competitive application and interview process.
Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to review the internship descriptions to understand each placement’s focus, and to identify the opportunity that best aligns with their interests, goals, and commitment to carrying forward the legacy of these remarkable individuals.
Interested applicants should complete the pre-screening form below. If selected, a member of the PYN recruitment team will reach out for further instructions