The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is the nation’s largest youth employment program, connecting NYC youth between the ages of 16 and 24 with career exploration opportunities and paid work experiences each summer.
This program is sponsored by DYCD (Department of Youth and Community Development)
Who is Eligible:
- Youth ages 16-24
- Must reside within one of the five NYC boroughs
- Must have a social security card
- DYCD selects participants via a random lottery to ensure fairness.
- There will be more than one lottery to ensure that all seats in the program are filled.
- If selected by the lottery, all youth will be required to submit documents to prove their eligibility for the program and successfully complete the orientation process.
Key Information:
- All youth interested must fill out an application by clicking “Apply Today” below
- Application deadline: February 27th, 2026
- When prompted to select a provider, please remember to select our organization under the “Community Based” tab.
We are listed as: Marks JCH of Bensonhurst. - Upon the start of the program, youth can work up to 25 hours per week, at the rate of $17.00 per hour paid directly through the city.
Program Dates:
- July 6th, 2026 – August 15th, 2026
- July 13th, 2026 – August 22nd, 2026
Let’s help make a difference together this Summer!
CLICK HERE TO APPLY TODAY!
Contact Information:
Emily Slavutskaya| [email protected]| 718-943-6302
