Working Papers + Opportunities
Find Work, Learning, and Volunteer opportunities below.
Getting a Job? - NJ Working Papers
Working papers will be filled out digitally by your employer and you. Find NJ working papers here.
Want even more support getting to college and being successful there? - Upward Bound programs
The Montclair State University – Upward Bound Project (UB) delivers educational opportunities for currently enrolled high school students from Paterson, New Jersey, who come from low-income families and/or who are potential first-generation college-bound. UB provides fundamental support for participants to succeed in their current level of education as well as preparing them for their pursuit of higher education.
The Ramapo College Upward Bound Math Science Program is a Federal TRIO program funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The grant assists low-income students from Paterson public high schools and those with parents who have not attained a bachelor’s degree.
Want to make a difference? - Check out local organizations and ask how you can volunteer.
CUMAC (trauma-informed food bank, benefits enrollment, housing case management support)
Eva's Village (community kitchen breakfast and lunch, emergency overnight housing, affordable housing for those in need, women w/children halfway house with childcare and classes and job help, treatment and recovery programs for alcohol/drug addiction, housing and medical care for recovery
Oasis (for women and children: GED, computer skills, citizenship classes, after school programs, School 2 and 16 full service school support, meals, hygiene products)
Community Outreach Services (foodbank, clothing, help finding jobs)
American Red Cross (blood donations that go to local hospitals, classes, volunteer opportunities)
Boys and Girls Club of Paterson (Academic help, tutoring, SAT, sports, swimming)
Passaic County Habitat for Humanity (build affordable homes, sell/finance affordable homes, home repair program, advocate for removal of barriers to home ownership)
Hispanic Multi Purpose Services Center ("super clean and safe" shelter, food) Address: 911 E 23rd St # C, Paterson, NJ 07513 Ph. (973) 684-3320
United Way in Center City Mall (help with tutoring, tax preparation including VITA, financial empowerment, FAFSA financial aid help)
Paterson Task Force (fresh produce, groceries, holiday food baskets, fire victim assistance, homeless and emergency shelter with support)
Catholic Charities Diocese of Paterson (assistance for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, food pantries, family support, recovery programs)
Paterson Education Fund (fundraising and advocacy for school programs, education reform, Reading volunteers, book bundles)
St. Joseph's Hospital (clerical to non-clinical direct patient contact)
Various churches and mosques offering food banks, clothing, and community services
Would you like to be considered for National Honor Society membership during your time at STEAM?
Students in grades 10–12 who meet the requirements for membership outlined by their school’s chapter are eligible to be invited for membership.
Each chapter is required to publish its qualifications for membership, which is based on the four pillars of NHS:
- Scholarship
Per national guidelines, at a minimum, students must have a cumulative GPA of 85, B, 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent standard of excellence. (Each school chapter is allowed to require a higher cumulative GPA.) - Service
This involves voluntary contributions made by a student to the school or community, done without compensation. - Leadership
Student leaders are those who are resourceful, good problem solvers, and idea contributors. Leadership experiences can be drawn from school or community activities while working with or for others. - Character
The student of good character is cooperative; demonstrates high standards of honesty and reliability; shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others; and generally maintains a clean disciplinary record.
Students who meet the scholarship requirement will have an opportunity to complete a form detailing their accomplishments in and commitment to service, leadership, and character.