Youth SummerWorks is a summer jobs program that puts money in the local economy, gives young people real jobs, and creates tomorrow's workforce.

For more information please contact:
Barb Timper
503-478-7315
btimper@worksystems.org
Youth Opportunities > SummerWorks

Summer

Program Overview

The SummerWorks Program is a locally funded initiative administered by Worksystems, Inc. (WSI) that provides Multnomah & Washington county youth, ages 16 - 21, with enriching and constructive summer work experience through subsidized placements in the private and government sectors. Through SummerWorks we strive to provide young people with the opportunity to:

  • Earn money and gain meaningful work experience;
  • Learn and develop the skills, attitudes, and commitment necessary to succeed in today's world of work;
  • Gain exposure to various exciting career industries; and
  • Interact with dynamic working professionals in a positive work environment.

Program Dates

SummerWorks will start on Monday, June 25, 2012 and will end by Friday, August 31, 2012.

Program Details

SummerWorks will provide jobs for area youth between the ages of 16-21 years old who apply and are accepted.

Space is limited so be sure to apply early!

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Youth Information

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Did You Know...

205 Youth
were served in the summer of 2011

96%
were low-income
(qualify for free/reduced lunch)

44%
self-reported that they were at-risk of dropping out of school

73%
were minority youth
47% African American
14% Asian
22% Latino or Hispanic
6% Native American/ Alaskan Native
2% Hawaiaan/Pacific Islander

 Youth worked over 30,000 hours this summer