Youth Volunteer Leadership Training Program

We invite responsible students entering grades 10–12 to apply for the Youth Volunteer Leadership Training Program through the Recreation Services Division. This program gives students the opportunity to gain hands-on job training experience while volunteering in Community Services programs throughout the city.

Volunteer opportunities may include working with children at parks and day camps, assisting with office work, supporting youth sports programs as a coach, umpire, or referee, helping seniors at a senior citizen facility, or learning about nature and environmental issues at the Plunge or Nature Center.

The program fee includes training, training materials, a T-shirt, and a badge. Participants can earn up to 100 volunteer hours while developing valuable workplace and leadership skills.

Through the program, students will learn to work effectively with diverse groups, build communication and teamwork skills, and prepare for future jobs in recreation and community services. The experience can also help participants qualify for future part-time opportunities with the City of Torrance Community Services Department.

In-Service Summer Training

Participation in this one-week training is mandatory. 

Location: THE ATTIC (2320 West Carson Street)
Dates: Monday-Friday, June 15 - June 19
Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Volunteer Summer Service

Participants are required to complete 100 volunteer hours. 

Program dates: June 15-August 7, 2026
Hours: Between 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Schedule: 3-5 days per week.

Volunteer assignments, locations, and schedules will vary and may include some weekend hours.

Program Cost

• Residents: $135
• Non-residents: $150

The fee includes training, training materials, T-shirts, and a badge. 

How to Apply 

To be considered for the program, please review the Youth Volunteer Leadership Training Program Packet(PDF, 764KB) and submit the completed application to the Torrance Community Services Department, Attention: YVLTP

Participants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis based on summer availability. Do not submit payment with your application. 

• Resident registration begins May 19, 2026
• Non-resident registration begins May 26, 2026
• Registration closes June 1, 2026

Space is limited. Additional applicants will be placed on a waiting list. 

Mandatory Parent and Participant Meeting

All applicants and parents must attend a mandatory meeting on Monday, June 1, 2026, from 5-6 p.m. at THE ATTIC (2320 West Carson Street)

Participants will be notified of their acceptance into the program during the meeting. Payment is due by Friday, June 5, 2026. 

Refunds and credits will not be issued for this program.