The Class of 2026 Explores Career Paths Through Senior Work Projects

Before Commencement, each member of the senior class participates in a month-long Senior Work Project (SWP). SWP provides students with the opportunity to gain real-world experience at an organization or business of their choosing to explore different career paths and engage in work in the community. To support these projects, the School connects with businesses, alumni, and current parents who are willing to provide Friends students with real-world experiences.

This year, the Class of 2026 participated in a wide array of industries located throughout the greater Baltimore community. 

Three members of the Class of 2026, Barak A., Will A., and Semir I., all completed their SWP in the financial industry, but at different companies or departments; Barak worked in finance and business leadership at the Governor’s Office, Will worked in financial services at T. Rowe Price, and Semir worked at T. Rowe Price in asset management and at Evergreen Advisors in investment banking.

Several seniors worked in hospitals located throughout Baltimore city and county, in a variety of departments such as clinical cancer research, shock trauma, and health clinics. Other students worked in the public health sector in labs at institutions such as Johns Hopkins Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University Medical School, and the University of Maryland School of Medicine.

Some students found experience right at Friends School of Baltimore. Graham P., for example, completed a computer science research project under the supervision of Joel Hammer, Upper School Computer Science Chair. Over in the Forbush building, meanwhile, Nora R. and Isla O. completed a mural under the mentorship of Upper School art teacher Ben Roach, on the first floor of the building.

Other industries that the Class of 2026 worked in this year include non-profit organizations, law firms, courthouses, engineering firms, animal rescues, and more.

Seniors wrap up their projects by presenting to faculty and each other. We are so proud of the Class of 2026 for completing their projects and can’t wait to see what the future holds for them!