We’re excited to share that the Pack & Kin Summer Internship Program will be launching again in just a few months — and we’re opening it up to member stores across the network.

This program is focused on creating meaningful, real‑world work opportunities for foster youth and disadvantaged youth, while also providing practical support to our member stores during the busy summer season.

📅 Important Dates

• Internship signups open: May 1st
• Program start: Early Summer (details to follow once signups open)

👥 Who this is for

• Pack & Kin member stores interested in hosting or participating
• Stores looking for seasonal support and purpose‑driven staffing
• Owners who want to make a tangible impact by helping young people gain job skills, confidence, and work experience

📌 What’s coming next

When signups go live on May 1st, we’ll share:

• Program structure and expectations
• Store participation guidelines
• Internship timelines and commitments
• How Pack & Kin supports stores throughout the program

For now, we encourage you to: ✅ Start thinking about whether your store may want to participate
✅ Consider what roles or support would be most meaningful in your operation
✅ Keep an eye on this forum for the official signup announcement

We’re proud to continue building programs that strengthen independent stores and invest directly in youth who deserve opportunity, stability, and support.

More details soon — stay tuned!

— The Pack & Kin Team