Summer Youth Employment
The City of Raleigh Summer Youth Employment Program promotes Raleigh’s youth by helping them develop quality Life Skills. Youth perform public service while earning money and acquiring a valuable job experience. The Raleigh Summer Youth Employment Program is designed for young people between the ages of 14-21 who live in the Raleigh City limits. The program seeks to develop good work habits and to stress both education and experience as a prerequisite to a successful future.
The City of Raleigh will make 160 jobs available to program participants. Selected youth will work between 20 and 35 hours per week. Personal and career development workshops are conducted throughout the year.
When does the program begin?
Participants will begin work on Monday, June 15. However, there will be some training dates during Thursday, June 11 and Friday, June 12.
How long does it last?
The last day of work will be Friday, August 14. Friday, July 3 is a non-paid holiday. Participants are expected to work the full nine weeks.
When and how much will I be paid?
Participants are paid $6.55 for each hour worked. Paychecks are distributed at the work site on a bi-weekly schedule.
Who can apply to participate in the program?
Persons who are 14 to 21 years old (as of May 31, 2009) and live within the Raleigh City limits may apply. (Does not mean visiting relatives during the summer and only hire one per household & family ).
How do I apply?
Eligible youth must complete an application and interview at one of the following locations for Summer 2009:
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Monday, March 2, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Millbrook Exchange Park
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Wednesday, March 4, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Biltmore Hills Community Center
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Friday, March 6, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Lake Lynn Community Center
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Tuesday, March 10, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Green Road Community Center
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Thursday, March 12, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Roberts Park Community Center
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Monday, March 16, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Chavis Community Center
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Wednesday, March 18, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Tarboro Road Community Center
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Friday, March 20, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Worthdale Community Center
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Tuesday, March 24, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Lions Park Community Center
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Thursday, March 26, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Method Community Center
Applicants must have a clear photocopy of their Social Security Card and any one of the following documents:
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NC State Issued Driver’s License (with photo)
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NC State Issued Learner’s Permit (with photo)
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NC Identification Card (with photo)
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Military Identification (with photo)
No school identification cards are accepted. Applications are not complete and applicants will not be interviewed for employment without having met all of the above requirements.
Outstanding Youth Employees
Youth are nominated by their supervisors and voted on by counselors.
Youth selected as the 2008 Employees of the Year are as follows:
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Alfred Anyanwu – Parks and Recreation – ESL Camps
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Chassity Bobbitt – Raleigh Area Development Authority
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Michael Deans – Police Motor Fleet Service Center
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Brandon Grant – Marsh Creek District 1
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Chantrice Hill – Parks & Recreation – Worthdale Community Center
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Kyle McKinley – Parks and Recreation – Laurel Hills Community Center
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Andrea Perazzo – ESL Administration Office
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Nisha Thomas – Specialized Recreation – Method Community Center
These youth were recognized by the City Council for their exceptional performance. Their accomplishments encourage other youth to strive for excellent service. We believe that we should take every available opportunity to reward youth for excellence.
For More Information Contact:
Linda G. Graham
Youth Services Coordinator
Community Services Department
P.O. Box 590
Raleigh, NC 27602
919-996-5730
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