PENCIL relies on individuals to provide support for high-quality engagements with high school students. There are many ways to lend us your time, energy, passion, and expertise!
Below are few specific upcoming opportunities to volunteer. If these dates don’t work for you or if you are interested in learning about additional opportunities please contact Angelie Singla, LMSW, VP of Growth asingla@pencil.org for more information.
PENCIL is thankful to our volunteers who help us connect students to success. We kindly ask if you have to cancel and are unable to participate on any of the dates you registered for, please provide as much advance notice as possible. If possible, we would appreciate it if you could find a replacement for your session. We are happy to host any additional orientation sessions for your replacement. Thank you in advance for your support!
Thank you for your interest in PENCIL!
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Career Panels
Career Panels: 5-7 volunteers (in-person) A moderated career panel where students learn about each volunteer’s educational background, professional experience, and career pathway. Questions are shared with panelists beforehand.
Location: Manhattan, TBD
Dates subject to change
- Monday, January 26th, Time: 2-4pm
- Saturday, February 7th, Time 2-4pm
- Tuesday, February 17th, Time 2-4pm
- Thursday, February 19th, Time 2-4pm
- Saturday, March 14th, Time 2-4pm
- Friday, March 20th, Time 2-4pm
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Mock Interviews
Mock Interviews: 10-15+ volunteers (virtual) Students review sample job descriptions and work individually to draft responses to sample interview questions. Volunteers and students work in small groups to practice responding to interview questions.
Location: Virtual
Dates subject to change
- Tuesday, February 10th, Time 5-6pm
- Tuesday, March 17th, Time 4:30-5:30pm
- Tuesday, March 24th, Time 4:30-5:30pm