Are you a passionate NYC high school or college student ready to make history? The Localized History Project, part of the Asian American / Asian Research Institute – CUNY, is seeking Youth Researchers to drive the creation of the first-ever Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) History Curriculum for New York City Public Schools! This is a unique opportunity to shape education and ensure AAPI history is told.
Youth researchers will receive a stipend after each semester of project completion.
Ready to get started? Check out our archive for inspiration: www.localizedhistoryproject.org
Your Role & Responsibilities:
- Attend mandatory meetings for the 2025-2026 school year:
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- Wednesdays: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM (on Zoom)
- One Saturday per month: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (in-person, dates TBD)
- Create a localized history exhibit focusing on AAPI NYC History.
- Partner with a teacher cohort to develop and refine individual projects, and create a Teachers Guide for exhibit implementation in classrooms.
- Showcase your work by attending select events and presentations.
- Conduct research on the state of AAPI history in NYC and the lived experiences of AAPI youth.
Required Qualifications:
- Current NYC Public School High School or College Student.
- Passionate about learning, advocating for, and uncovering AAPI history.
- Possesses historical research and writing skills, and most importantly, a love of history.
Working Conditions & Benefits:
- Youth will receive a stipend of $20/hour, paid twice a year.
- Meetings are primarily on Zoom, with one in-person meeting per month in Midtown Manhattan.
- We highly recommend participants attend our Storytelling Retreat from September 26-28th, 2025 (an all-expenses-paid trip upstate).
- Opportunities to travel to conferences (all expenses paid) to showcase your work and research.
Submit Application Form: Apply
Applications are due Friday, August 8, 2025, and interviews will take place on a rolling basis.
