
Calling all 9-12 grade students on your Day Off!
Explore Portland’s leading organizations like never before.
Programming Dates
Select from the following:
Days OFF! Career Pathways in Higher Education @ Portland State University
Colleges and universities are bustling ecosystems with countless career paths, from being a Principle Investigator of a research lab, to working in Student Health, College Administration, or Student Employment, there is an expansive world of opportunities at every university. In this Days Off! program hosted by Portland State University, high school students will go beyond a typical campus tour, exploring what it means to work at a university!
Participants will go behind the scenes in some of the world’s most innovative research labs and meet a lively variety of university staff. Amidst the hustle and bustle of university life, we'll also celebrate World Mental Health Day with a special stress management activity.
This experience is perfect for any student curious about attending college, working in research, teaching, or any of the wide range of social work positions available at a university.
Date: 10/10/25
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Address: 1930 SW 4th Ave, Portland, OR 97201
Districts off: All Oregon Public Schools & Vancouver Public Schools
Days OFF! Careers in the Fine Arts @ University of Portland's Performing and Fine Arts Department
Happy Halloween! In honor of this festive day of costumes and storytelling, we will explore careers in the professional world of theatrical design. The day will include a costuming workshop, an inside look at theatre in a higher education setting, and opportunities to network with theater industry professionals across Portland.
This Days Off experience is perfect for students interested in theater, storytelling and worldbuilding, design, technology, and the performing arts.
Days Off! Careers in Biomedical Research @ OHSU Oregon National Primate Research Center
Experience the cutting edge research at the Oregon National Primate Research Center! ONPRC's research helps us understand, prevent, and treat human disease. Learn all about careers in biomedical research from experts in reproductive biology, the science of aging, alcohol and drug use disorders, and infectious diseases. This special experience will give students an exclusive glimpse behind the scenes with the primate populations that make it all possible!
Bonus: this is one of our host sites for Apprenticeships in Science and Engineering. Attendees will learn more about this opportunity and get tips for their applications!
Note: Students will need to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
Program Overview

When school is out, Saturday Academy is open!
Curious about what it’s like to work in a field you’re passionate about? Join our Days Off program for grades 9-12 and explore career pathways at Oregon’s leading STEAM organizations. Each date aligns with no-school days for local districts like PPS, BSD, David Douglas, Jesuit, and more.
You’ll spend the day connecting with professionals, building skills for success after high school, and meeting peers who share your interests. Each Days Off includes tours of the host site, workshops, and career panels, all designed to give you a behind-the-scenes look at exciting industries.
Lunch included. Scholarships available!
Host Organizations

Our programs are made possible through the generous support of our corporate partners:

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