Take the Lead! Turn summer break downtime into leadership opportunities with Chandler’s award-winning Leaders in Training (L.I.T.) program. This summer, teens between the ages of 13-17 can gain valuable work experience as a L.I.T. Throughout the program, young adults participate in a series of leadership development workshops, are guided by an esteemed mentor, and are shown tools for success in both the private and civic sectors.
Summer Session - 2025
May 27 - July 11 | Monday - Friday, times vary
Application Deadline: Friday, May 2
Interviews: May 12-14
Apply for the LIT Program
Seeking L.I.T. Mentors!
This summer, Chandler teens gain valuable work experience by partnering with local organizations for day-in-the-life training and guidance. You can make a memorable experience on these L.I.T.s by becoming a Mentor!
Learn more about becoming a Mentor and complete the application below.
Qualifications
- Must be 13-17 years old
- Available the entire duration of program dates
- Available Monday for workshops
- Available Tuesdays through Fridays during the hours of 8 a.m.-noon or 1-5 p.m. to work at the job site
- Flexible schedule as the schedule will be determined between mentor and LIT mentee
- Must have a strong work ethic with a good attitude and willingness to learn
- Must have transportation to and from work site and workshops
Parents
This is an educational program. Your teen will be placed in a business atmosphere and will need to display maturity and a good attitude. Transportation will not be provided. This means punctuality and attendance will be a shared responsibility between you and your teen. Applications will be reviewed, and eligible teens will be contacted for an interview. Selected teens will be notified the week of Teen/Parent Orientation. It is the teen's responsibility to check their emails and voicemails and respond accordingly. Parents will not be contacted to set up their teen's interview. The interview process is highly competitive, and not all applicants will be selected.
A Message From:
"After helping sort crated food at the food bank, one of the supervisors gave me a new task to complete. I was needed to help a lady fit a fridge into her car. She cried tears of joy, for she needed the fridge in order to store her food. I will never forget her gratefulness. I would not change anything about the program because it provided me with real world job experience. I made many great memories with the Leaders in Training Program."
Contact Us
Kennedy Terrill
Recreation Coordinator
480-782-2730