Bank of America announced that New Hampshire high school juniors and seniors can apply now for the 2022 Bank of America Student Leaders program. The 2022 application is now open through Jan. 28.
The Student Leaders program, which started in 2004, recognizes 300 community-focused juniors and seniors from across the U.S. annually. The New Hampshire-based Student Leaders will engage in an eight-week paid internship and participate in programming that includes a collaborative, mentor-focused project working closely with local New Hampshire nonprofits. In addition, they will participate virtually in sessions on the vital role nonprofits play in advancing community health and the importance of public-private partnerships to drive social change while building financial acumen.
Last summer, two New Hampshire-based Student Leaders worked with Harbor Care and the New Hampshire Food Bank on special projects, such as producing digital content on housing and health, grant writing, community relations and social media outreach, and learned first-hand how to work in local organizations. The program is part of the bank’s investment in youth and young adults – helping them obtain work and leadership experience, while making a difference in their communities.
“When I was researching summer programs, the Bank of America Student Leaders Program immediately stood out to me. The positive reviews online inspired me to apply, and I appreciated the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in the nonprofit sector,” said Eliana Mlawski, a 2021 New Hampshire Student Leader from The Governor’s Academy. “I learned so much while working at the NH Food Bank and talking with fellow student leaders from around the country during the Summit. I really enjoyed my internship and strongly encourage any motivated high school students passionate about helping the community to apply.”
Without access to career skills-building opportunities like the Student Leaders program, many young people may be left behind from a fast-changing job market, leading to higher rates of youth unemployment. As part of its commitment to workforce development as a pathway to economic mobility, Bank of America is connecting teens and young adults to paid jobs and internships across New Hampshire through additional programs like America’s Youth Teenage Unemployment Reduction Network (MY TURN) Youth Employment Program, the International Institute of New England – Manchester’s Career Pathways for Refugees and Immigrants, NH JAG Resiliency Skills and Career Pathways Education, and University of New Hampshire at Manchester workforce development and education initiatives.
“Bank of America remains committed to supporting young adults by connecting them to jobs, community engagement opportunities and leadership development,” said Ken Sheldon, president, Bank of America New Hampshire. “We recognize young adults are the future of our community, which is why programs like Student Leaders are one way we can provide paid opportunities for students to gain job experience while developing a diverse pipeline of talent as they enter the local workforce.”
To learn more about Bank of America’s commitment to support and strengthen New Hampshire, visit about.bankofamerica.com/en/local/new-hampshire.