Summer Youth Employment

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Summer Youth Employment


What is SYE?

Summer Youth Employment (SYE) is a state-funded program via RochesterWorks! and/or the City of Rochester providing youth with their first work experience. They learn the skills needed to obtain and retain employment while advocating for the betterment of their community through meaningful service-learning projects.

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What Does SYE Do?

  • Arranges for paid work experiences

  • Administers job readiness training

  • Guides through career exploration options

  • Supplements academics by providing hands-on experiences

  • Provides exposure to addressing issues of public concern

  • Guides through a path for college readiness

Participant Testimonials


  • “Summer youth employment opened up more doors for me with a peer mentor position throughout the school year.” - Age 17

  • “I used to be in my shell, and because of summer youth employment, I am not scared to speak up and use my voice.” -  Age 18

  • “After I went to the career panel, now I know that I want to go to school to be a nurse.” - Age 15

Participant Eligibility

  • Those who have applied for the Summer of Opportunity Program through RochesterWorks! and/or the City of Rochester
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After making an appointment, Marcus Brice (or someone on his team) will contact you with further information.


 

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