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4 days ago
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New York State summer job program to aid youth from low-income homes
NEW YORK STATE (WETM) — All regions in New York State, including the Southern Tier and the Finger Lakes, are set to receive money for a special summer employment program through the state, created to assist members of the younger population from low-income households, Governor Kathy Hochul's Office stated on Tuesday. On Tuesday, May 27, Hochul said 56.5 million dollars will be distributed amongst the state's regions through 'New York State's Summer Youth Employment Program.' This initiative is aimed at aiding around 21,000 people between 14 and 20 years old get into the working world to pick up real-world skills and training for a career, Hochul explained. Listed below are the funds set for the counties in both the Southern Tier & Finger Lakes Region: Allegany County $221,757 Broome County $650,283 Chemung County $259,293 Schuyler County $57,613 Steuben County $309,545 Tioga County $140,953 Cayuga County $230,591 Seneca County $119,365 Tompkins County $435,842 Yates County $87,499 Millport to receive state aid to strengthen water infrastructure The funding comes from the State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance as part of New York's budget for the year 2026. People who can apply for this program have to be between the ages of 14 and 20 and come from a home whose income is 200% below the federal poverty level, the release explained, which varies depending on the size of the home. The release further stated that this will open up doors to jobs for kids first starting in the workforce, including places like summer camps, parks, child care centers, cultural organizations, educational places, and more organizations based in the community. 'Investing in our young people's future and providing them with the resources and tools they need to succeed is a top priority of my administration,' Hochul exclaimed. 'The Summer Youth Employment Program helps young New Yorkers across the state find good summer jobs that provide valuable experiences and skills that will help them pursue their educational and career goals and prepare them for success in the workforce as adults,' she said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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4 days ago
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Decatur Youth Services hiring 14- and 15-year-olds
May 28—Decatur Youth Services is hiring 14- and 15-year-olds, giving them work experience and teaching them work-related skills in the 2025 Summer Youth Employment Program, said program coordinator Keara Worthy. DYS will offer the 14- and 15-year-olds employment from Monday to July 11 with the help of local businesses and nonprofits. The program includes a two-day training session. The teens will work 20 hours a week for a total of 120 hours by the end of the summer and will be paid minimum wage, said Decatur Youth Services' interim director, Bruce Jones. DYS chose this age range because it is typically harder for them to find jobs due to their age and maturity, Jones said. "Part of this program is to help you with your maturity, help you understand the importance of showing up on time, dressing appropriately, respecting your supervisors ... and at the end of the summer you can earn some money for you and your family," Jones said. Jones said many of the participants in the past were children from low-income families. The Summer Youth Employment program is an opportunity to help families, while providing youth with the skills necessary to obtain a job. Jones said that the Summer Youth Employment program has always been a great program. "It serves a lot of purposes. It serves keeping them busy, giving them something positive to do," Jones said. "We want to keep them busy, but we want to have them doing something productive." Worthy says the program seeks teens who want to learn. "We're looking for kids who are eager to learn how to get those skills to get the work experience," Worthy said. "I'm looking for the excitement. I'm looking for the willingness to go make their own money." Last year, the program served approximately 95 kids. Worthy said the goal is to have 100 participants this summer. Worthy encourages 14 — and 15-year-olds to apply. "Hey, it's just six weeks. I know you want to enjoy your summertime, but let's try to learn how to become that young adult that I know you guys are getting prepared to be," Worthy said. For more information, contact Worthy at 256-303-9494. — or 245-340-2438.
Yahoo
4 days ago
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New York youth work program includes $1.3 million for North Country
ALBANY, N.Y. (ABC22/FOX44) – Teenagers often wonder how to fill out their first job applications when they can't write anything down under 'experience'. This summer, 21,000 young people across New York State will fix that with the help of a government program. Governor Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday the awards by county for this year's Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), as passed in the state budget on May 9. Out of the total of $56.5 million, a 3% increase from last year to account for minimum wage increases, over $1.3 million will go to the North Country, including over $250 thousand for Clinton County, $188 thousand for Franklin County, and $93 thousand for Essex County. New York State Police: 12K tickets issued over holiday weekend New York's SYEP program aims to help about 21,000 people under 21 from low-income households enter the job market this summer. Participants in the program work in entry-level jobs in places like parks, summer camps, and cultural centers. One example of a local project under the program is Clinton County's Six Weeks of Employment Experience for Teens, or SWEET, which will employ youth up to 30 hours per week at $16 an hour this July and August. 'Investing in our young people's future and providing them with the resources and tools they need to succeed is a top priority of my administration,' said Governor Hochul. 'The Summer Youth Employment Program helps young New Yorkers across the state find good summer jobs that provide valuable experiences and skills that will help them pursue their educational and career goals and prepare them for success in the workforce as adults.' NYS gives funding for animal shelter improvements A 2014 study by the National Bureau of Economic Research indicated that participation in New York's SYEP greatly lowered young people's likelihood of going to prison within a five to eight year period afterwards, while having no statistically significant effect on whether they would later enroll in college. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
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Atlanta mayor hosts 'Signing Day' at Zoo Atlanta
The Brief Mayor Andre Dickens hosted a "Signing Day" at Zoo Atlanta to kick off the city's fourth annual Summer Youth Employment Program. Employers formally committed to offering jobs and internships to Atlanta youth for the upcoming summer. The program provides students and young adults with career experience, mentorship, and economic opportunity. ATLANTA - Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens celebrated the launch of the city's Summer Youth Employment Program with a special "Signing Day" event at Zoo Atlanta. What we know Now in its fourth year, the program connects young people across the city with summer jobs and internship opportunities. At Tuesday's event, participating employers formally committed to hiring Atlanta's youth for paid roles this summer. The initiative is part of the mayor's broader effort to provide career exposure, mentorship, and economic opportunity for students and young adults during the summer months. Employers in attendance accepted the challenge to help shape the city's future workforce by offering valuable, real-world experience to teens and young adults. The program continues to grow each year, with both public and private sector partners stepping up to support Atlanta's youth.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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Columbus mayor opens summer youth employment opportunities
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The 2025 Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program, intended for teens and young adults, has begun taking applications. Columbus Mayor Skip Henderson hopes applicants will benefit from a source of income and work experience by matching them with summer jobs at local government agencies. Participants will get occupational training from the Career Compass Academy, then will be matched with summer jobs at local government agencies and businesses. The Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program participants will be placed in Community Reinvestment, Parks & Recreation, Columbus Civic Center, Homeland Security, Metra, Worksource Georgia-Area 14, Let's Grow STEM, MCSD, Columbus Water Works, and Davis Broadcasting. Part-time opportunities are available for program participants and potential program counselors. Recent 2025 graduates are being encouraged to apply. Summer Youth Employment trainees will be paid $14.00 an hour and counselors will be paid $16.00 an hour. Interested participants can apply at this link and can scan the QR code in the flyer below. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WRBL.
