How does Summer Youth Employment Program work?

The 2026 SYEP application is coming soon. SYEP offers: Work readiness training Project-based learning Financial literacy training Paid summer jobs Youth with disabilities can participate

Am I eligible for Summer Youth Employment Program?

You’re eligible if you: Live in New York City Are 14-24 years old

Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)

How it works

If you’re 14-24 years old and live in NYC, you can get paid work experience and explore careers every summer.

The 2026 SYEP application is coming soon.
SYEP offers:
- Work readiness training
- Project-based learning
- Financial literacy training
- Paid summer jobs
Youth with disabilities can participate

Eligibility requirements

You’re eligible if you:

Live in New York City
Are 14-24 years old

How to apply

The 2026 online application is coming soon.

Get help

Visit the SYEP website

See more summer opportunities from the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD)

Call DYCD Community Connect

Call 800-246-4646 for more information

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Last Updated January 5, 2026

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Paid summer work experiences for ages 14–24