Port Arthur EDC Offers Students Summer Jobs and College Scholarships

High school seniors can earn money, gain work experience, and receive financial aid for Lamar State College Port Arthur.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Port Arthur Economic Development Corporation is now accepting applications for its Summer Youth Employment Program, which offers paid summer jobs paying $10 to $17 per hour, as well as scholarships worth up to $9,000 to attend Lamar State College Port Arthur. The initiatives aim to provide financial assistance, build professional skills, and strengthen the community's future workforce.

Why it matters

These programs from the Port Arthur EDC help connect local high school students with growing job opportunities in the area, while also providing financial support to make college more accessible. Investing in the next generation's career development and education can have long-term benefits for both the students and the broader Port Arthur community.

The details

The Port Arthur Economic Development Corporation is offering two key programs for high school seniors this summer - a paid Summer Youth Employment Program and scholarships to attend Lamar State College Port Arthur. The summer jobs allow students to earn $10 to $17 per hour while gaining valuable work experience. The scholarship program offers up to $9,000 in financial aid for students to attend the local college.

  • Applications for the Summer Youth Employment Program are due by March 31, 2026.
  • Applications for the Lamar State College Port Arthur scholarships are due by March 18, 2026.

The players

Port Arthur Economic Development Corporation

A local economic development organization that aims to connect Port Arthur residents, including high school students, with growing job opportunities and educational resources in the area.

Lamar State College Port Arthur

A public community college located in Port Arthur, Texas that is a partner in the Port Arthur EDC's scholarship program.

Shawn Granger

The Workforce and Community Development Manager at the Port Arthur Economic Development Corporation.

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What they’re saying

“The area is growing, industry is growing, and we want our residents to be a part of that, starting from, you know, graduating from high school to those that are still looking for careers or looking to switch careers.”

— Shawn Granger, Workforce and Community Development Manager, Port Arthur EDC (12newsnow.com)

What’s next

The Port Arthur EDC will review applications and select participants for the Summer Youth Employment Program and Lamar State College Port Arthur scholarship program in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

These initiatives from the Port Arthur EDC provide valuable opportunities for local high school students to gain work experience, earn money, and access financial aid for college - all of which can help strengthen the community's future workforce and economic prospects.