Join a group of 10-12 young people who will explore in Youth Communication’s 46th annual summer writing workshop. You will participate in writing lessons, discussions, field trips, and group activities. You will write memoir-style and reported stories about making change. (Sorry, no fiction or poetry.)
You’ll learn narrative writing techniques along with research and interviewing skills, work one-on-one with a professional adult editor, and share your work with your peers. Participants will publish at least one story in our online magazines.
The workshop will be held in person at our midtown office on West 38th Street, and runs July 7 through August 14, 2025. The workshop meets Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the six weeks, and in-person attendance is required.
Applications are due May 9th. We will respond to all applicants by May 23rd and schedule group interviews with prospective candidates during the following week, May 26-30. Note: Previous and current YC writers are not eligible to apply.
All participants receive a $1,500 stipend for completing at least one story in the workshop. A daily two-trip MetroCard will also be provided.
Dates: Monday, July 7 to Thursday, August 14, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
For: New York City youth who are ages 15-20 in summer 2025.
Application deadline: May 9, 2025.
Email [email protected] with any questions.