City of Rochester
News Release
(Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022) – The City of Rochester, Monroe County, and RochesterWorks! invite youth ages 14 through 20 to apply for the City’s Summer of Opportunity Program (SOOP) and RochesterWorks! Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP).
“Rochester’s youth employment initiatives are a critical element to ensuring the healthy development of our young people,” said Mayor Evans. “When we provide them with the skills and tools they need to succeed in the workplace, we can keep our children off the streets, instill discipline and independence, and provide opportunities for career growth and financial competence.”
These programs include 6-8 weeks of paid employment opportunities for youth who are currently enrolled in middle school, high school, or actively pursuing their high school equivalency diploma. In addition, program participants have the opportunity to learn skills that will prepare them for the workforce and to be more successful in school.
“Here in Rochester and throughout Monroe County, we are fortunate to have a tremendous asset in our summer youth employment programs,” said Dave Seeley, Executive Director of RochesterWorks! “On behalf of Monroe County, RochesterWorks! has long been proud to partner with the City to provide this valuable opportunity for our youth. We hope 2022 is one of our strongest years ever, as we work to provide valuable work experience and pathways to economic opportunity for teens across our area.”
Following successful completion of program requirements, participants will have the opportunity to interview for paid summer jobs and/or internships. Past participating employers have included the City of Rochester, community based organizations, colleges, and local businesses. Selection for this program is competitive and not every applicant is guaranteed a job.
Interested youth may apply online from Feb. 1 through Mar. 25 at https://www.rocsummeryouth.com.
For more information, contact the Summer Youth Hotline at (585) 428-6366.
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