Youth employment opportunities provide skills training and work experience to youth who are currently enrolled in school and  looking to explore their career interests while gaining real-world resume building work experience. 

Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)

The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is the nation’s largest youth employment program, connecting NYC youth between the ages of 14 and 21 with career exploration opportunities and paid work experience each summer. Roads to Success is proud to offer this opportunity to young people and may be selected as a provider on the application.

What Does the Program Offer?
SYEP will give youth a unique opportunity to explore their interest and discover new ones through:

• Career Exploration: Flex your research skills and discover new career possibilities.
• Project-Based Learning: NYC Teens aged 14—15 learn about career opportunities and make a difference in their communities through paid project-based activities. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) for 14-15 year olds. 
• Work Experiences: Young people aged 16–21 improve their work readiness skills and explore career pathways through paid summer jobs in a variety of industries throughout NYC. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) for 16-21 year olds. 
• Community Building: Our democracy needs your voice. Learn valuable skills to become an active citizen at work and in your community.
• Earn Money: Get paid to participate!
  
  

Who is Eligible?

• Young people age 14 to 21
• Must be a resident of one of the five NYC boroughs
• Legally allowed to work in the US
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Application details available in July 2022. 

Contact

For more information on job placement or hosting an NYC youth at your company, please contact: 

Isaiah Holman
​Program Director
isaiah@roadstosuccess.org