Summer at City Hall

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at REACH@cityofvacaville.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What is Summer at City Hall (SACH) like?

SACH consists of a class taught by a Vacaville Unified School District teacher. In the class, you’ll learn about city government, civic engagement and obtain job readiness skills like resume writing and interviewing skills. You will also have an opportunity to participate in field trips to different city departments and/or other agencies.

In addition to the class, you will participate in an internship with the City of Vacaville or Vacaville Unified School District. Examples of departments are Utilities, Police, FIRE, Technology, Housing, Communications/Media, Planning, Public Works and Human Resources.

What are the hours of SACH?

Mandatory Orientation: Monday, June 8th

Class will be held at City Hall – Council Chambers (where City Council meets) on the following days from 9:30-1pm.

· Week 1: June 9, 10, 11 (Tuesday-Thursday)

· Week 2: June 15, 16, 17

· Week 3: June 22, 23, 24

· Week 4: June 29, 30, July 1

*Lunch is included

The internship will be held on class dates starting at 1pm and ending at 4pm.

How many youth are selected for SACH each summer?

Will I have to interview if I want to participate in SACH?

Yes, there will be an interview. It will help us get to know you and understand why you want to be part of SACH. Interviews will be held the week of March 30, 2026. We will contact you via email to schedule your interview.

When will I know if I have been accepted into SACH?

You will be contacted shortly after your interview if you are moved to the reference and background check process. That will determine acceptance into the program. Selections will be made by the end of April.

*If you are selected you must attend a Mandatory Orientation on Monday, June 8, 2026.

How do I get to my internship?

If you are off-site, meaning your internship is somewhere that is not here at City Hall, we can provide transportation from class to your internship if needed.

You must arrange transportation home. But if this is an issue, please make sure to let staff know.

What happens if I cannot attend all class and internship sessions?

You are only allowed to miss 1 class and internship day. If you cannot attend 11 out of the 12 sessions you are not qualified to participate in the program. If you are enrolled and miss more than one session you are subject to dismissal from the program and/or may become ineligible to receive the stipend and elective credits.

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