Welcome to In Tandem

In Tandem makes it easy for young people to work alongside organizations, researchers, and schools to shape the future—together.

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Creating tomorrow,
together.

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To create a better future for our youth, young people must be involved.

But true collaboration between project initiatives and youth communities is often difficult to facilitate.That’s where In Tandem comes in. 

In Tandem connects a diverse youth population trained in design thinking with organizations, researchers, and schools looking to incorporate the voices of tomorrow’s leaders. 

We handle everything from training and coordination to regulatory compliance to make collaboration simple. Expert voices—both youth and adult—can focus on creating the future; we’ll take care of the rest. 

 

Youth Voice Fellowship

The In Tandem Youth Voice Fellowship is a remote, year-round educational program for high school-aged youth interested in co-designing the programs and products that impact them.

The program empowers participants by creating opportunities for them to work in tandem with organizations seeking to integrate youth voices into their products and services through interviews, focus groups, and surveys.

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Benefits of becoming a Youth Partner:

Receive training on behavioral science and inclusive design methodologies

Learn from experienced product designers and R&D teams

Connect with other Youth Partners through networking events

Earn a scholarship for participation

Participation overview

Youth Voice Fellowship

Youth Partners directly influence projects and programs impacting youth by participating in interviews, focus groups, and surveys with our partner organizations. Youth Partners connect with other participants nationwide through periodic virtual events.

Peer Mentor cohort

Peer Mentors serve as student leaders in the Youth Voice Fellowship, providing feedback and support to other Youth Partners. They meet in additional quarterly program events.


Virtual summer orientation

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Design activities

Youth Partners can directly shape youth-focused projects through interviews, focus groups, and surveys, working with organizations to prioritize youth input. averaging 2-3 activities monthly, each lasting 30 minutes to an hour. Choose your level of involvement, The program is flexible to accommodate other commitments ( All activities are remote, with technical support available.


Time commitment

Throughout the year, Youth Partners can choose their level of engagement. On average, they should expect to participate in at least two to three activities each month, plus trainings and networking opportunities. Activities usually take between thirty minutes and an hour each. However, the program is designed to be flexible and allows them to choose which activities they participate in. We welcome youth balancing other jobs, home responsibilities, extracurricular activities, or other commitments.


Compensation

Youth Partners & Peer Mentors receive a quarterly scholarship for their participation. Scholarships start at $50 per quarter and increase based on your level of participation in the program. Because the stipend is a non-qualified scholarship, and is considered taxable income, there are no restrictions on how the money can be spent. We offer a number of payment options to accommodate the needs of participants. 

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In Tandem - Participation Overview - Virtual Summer Orientation

Virtual summer orientation

Our virtual summer orientation is an immersive introduction to behavioral science and user-centered design. Youth Partners get to know fellow participants and our team, explore design thinking and the scientific method, and learn how to share feedback. The orientation takes place over the course of one week and is slated for late July/early August 2024 (attendance is required for all sessions).

In Tandem - Participation Overview - Design Activities

Design activities

Youth Partners directly shape youth-focused projects through interviews, focus groups, and surveys. There are typically 2–3 activities monthly, each lasting 30 minutes to an hour. Youth Partners can choose how many they join, and all activities are remote, with technical support available.

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Time commitment

Youth Partners can tailor their involvement year-round. The average commitment is 2-3 monthly activities (lasting 30 minutes to an hour) alongside fellowship trainings and networking opportunities (typically one hour each). The program offers flexibility, enabling participants to select preferred activities while accommodating other commitments.

In Tandem - Participation Overview - Scholarship

Scholarship

Youth Partners and Peer Mentors receive a quarterly scholarship for their participation. Scholarships start at $50 per quarter and increase based on the level of participation in the program. The stipend is a non-qualified scholarship and is considered taxable income; there are no restrictions on how the money can be spent.

What participants say about the program

The In Tandem Youth Voice Fellowship is a new program based on a previous program called CLIP from Character Lab. The following are quotes from CLIPsters; Youth Partners will perform similar work in the Youth Voice Fellowship. 

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Thank you so much for providing an opportunity as great as this one. Especially as a person who would not be considered privileged in day-to-day life, this has been a generous program in terms of the resources it provides you to be your best and most comfortable self along with people similar and different to you.

Universal School, 10th grader

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This program has been such a great impact in my life and I’m truly glad it’s been able to reach so many students.

West Orange High School, 12th grader

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I really enjoyed my time at CLIP, and the opportunities and experiences I have gotten to experience because of all the staff and everyone who is a part of this organization is something that I can not thank you all enough for. Truly, thank you so much.

Olympia High School, 12th grader

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One thing I would like to share is that being a CLIPster has been an absolute honor. I have learned many things regarding research. I believe that CLIP gave the youth a voice in the things that affect them the most. At the same time, it has allowed us to make friends and find comfort in our workplace. Thank you for making this year so special and great!

Albuquerque School of Excellence, 11th grader

2024-2025 Youth Voice
Fellowship Application

When do I apply?
The 2024–2025 Fellowship application window is open from April 22, 2024, to Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:59 PM EST. Acceptance letters will be shared on May 31.

Who should apply?
The Youth Voice Fellowship application is open to all US-based high school students. There are no traditional requirements like GPA thresholds or extracurricular involvement. This fellowship does not require past work or professional experience. We will provide a computer and/or internet for students without access to reliable technology.

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Are you a returning member of the cohort?

Apply to become a Peer Mentor

 

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Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding the program, application, or would like to work with our team, please reach out to hello@in-tandem.org or submit the form below.