1. How it Works
NYC youth who are 14-24 years old can get paid job experience and career exploration opportunities every summer.
- Apply by April 14, 2023. Selection is based on a lottery.
- SYEP starts on July 5, 2023 and offers:
- Work readiness training
- Project-based learning
- Financial literacy training
- Paid summer jobs
- Work is available for youth with disabilities.
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More ways to get help with this program
Visit the SYEP website
Learn more about SYEP from the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD). Also, see these FAQ documents for 14-15 year-olds or 16-24 year-olds
Call DYCD Community Connect
Call 800-246-4646 for more information.
2. Determine your eligibility
You may be eligible if you:
- live in New York City
- are 14-24 years old
Take a short survey to see if you might be eligible for this or 30 other programs.
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3. What you need to include
Here are the documents you’ll need to apply. You’ll need one document from each category. Some documents can count for more than one category.
Proof of Social Security Number
Social Security Card, signed by the applicant
Proof of identity
Official Picture ID (school, city, state, government issued). IDNYC is accepted.
Proof of age
- Birth Certificate
- Benefit Card
- NYS Driver/Non-Driver’s License
- Permanent Resident or Alien Registration Card
- Valid U.S. Passport (signed)
Proof of address
- Home utility bill (ex: cable, internet, phone, gas, electric, water)
- Current lease, mortgage, deed, or rent bill
- Official mail from a federal, state or city agency (including your school)
- Bank or credit card statement
- Insurance
Proof of employment authorization (if you're 16-24)
- Report card (within the last 6 months)
- Official school transcript
- Valid U.S. passport
- NYS Driver’s/Nondriver’s License
- Alien registration card
- U.S. military card / draft card
- Voter’s registration card
- I-94, I-551, I-797 forms
- Certificate of Naturalization
- Employment Registration Card
Other documents (if applicable)
Proof of disability
- Official documentation as applicable that certifies a disability. This can be from a doctor, ACS, HRA, school (like an IEP), social service agency or authorized entity on letter head.
Proof of Selective Service registration (if you identify as male 18 or older)
- Record of online registration (www.sss.gov)
- Selective Service Registration Letter
- Stamped post office receipt
If you’re under 18
- Green working paper card (ages 16 or 17)
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4. How to apply
Here are your options.
Apply online
Complete the online application by April 14, 2023.
Apply by phone
Call an SYEP provider to get help applying. See the list of providers for 14-15 year-olds or 16-24 year-olds. Apply by April 14, 2023.
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