Raleigh Youth Council (RYC)
City of Raleigh
Key Details
Location
Raleigh, NC
Format
In Person
Deadline
Rolling
Compensation
Unpaid
Cost
Free
Grades
9th – 12th grade
Time commitment
Second and fourth Mondays, 7:00–8:00 p.m., plus optional service projects and events.
About This Opportunity
Raleigh Parks Teen Programs hosts the Raleigh Youth Council as a forum where high school students advocate for peers, join civics-focused activities, earn volunteer hours, and participate in special programs such as Youth Legislative Assembly and statewide youth council conferences. Meetings are scheduled on the second and fourth Monday of each month from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Prospective members register through Raleigh’s RecLink platform and attend an orientation meeting; contacts are listed on the official Teen Programs page.
Who it fits
Good for students who want to develop leadership skills
Eligibility
High school students able to attend evening meetings and register through Raleigh Parks RecLink (free Raleigh Teen Connect membership required per city guidance).
How to Apply
Visit the official application page to get started:
Apply on City of RaleighTopics
Source Details
- Source
- City of Raleigh
- Last checked
- May 9, 2026
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