Summer Youth Employment Program
About The Program
Summer Youth Employment Program is a six week program funded by the Northwest Regional Workforce Investment Board which provides youth aged 14-21 with part-time jobs during their summer vacation. During this time, youth work 20 hours per week earning CT minimum wage. The goals of the Summer Youth Employment Program are to provide opportunities for our youth to earn job skills through real-life work experience, while building relationships and with local businesses in town.
Youth may be placed in a variety of job fields. Youth may work in various roles such as office assistants, maintenance assistants, program assistants, junior camp counselors, restaurant hostess, and more.
How To Apply
Applications for the Summer Youth Employment Program are typically available sometime in mid April. Applications have recently been online through the Northwest Regional Workforce Investment Board located in the American Job Center, 249 Thomaston Avenue, Waterbury, CT 06702 (website nrwib.org) You can also reach out to Naugatuck Youth Services at 203-720-5673 for inquiries about the application process.
Any questions regarding the Summer Youth Employment Program may be directed to Naugatuck Youth Services at 203-720-5673 or by email at info@naugatuckyouthservices.