NextGen Ambassador Program

An exciting opportunity is returning to the City of Fort Worth summer of 2025

About the program: NextGen Ambassadors will be connected to paid positions within City of Fort Worth departments. The goal is to introduce our future leaders to municipal operations and future career fields. Our Ambassadors will be matched to one city department and work 20 hours a week during this eight-week program. In addition to work experience and exposure, participants will also attend a weekly professional development session. These sessions will cover a variety of topics that will prepare our Ambassadors to work in local government and other related professions.

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Program Information

  • 8-week program - Summer 2025
  • The program will run from June 2nd through July 25th, 2025
  • Up to 40 young leaders 17 – 22 years of age
  • 20 hours a week
  • $18.00/hr.
  • Orientation and weekly career development sessions

NextGen Job Fair

Candidates will be contacted by a City representative for more details. 

 

 

Program Application

Application Period: March 17, 2025 – April 7, 2025

2024 NextGen Ambassador Program

37 high school students and young adults gained meaningful work experience while earning a paycheck during the 2024 NextGen Ambassador Program. The program offers students and young adults paid, part-time work experience. Hear from 2024 Ambassadors regarding what they gained from their experience.

Learn more

For questions, please email nextgen@fortworthtexas.gov.