Youth Job Seekers
Your future is wide open, and we’ll help you pursue your path to success with a full range of programs, services and resources, all designed to help fulfill your dreams—and all free of charge.
PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS
The City of Phoenix Youth Programs offer pathways to success. If you are a youth that is looking to get back into school, start college planning or begin your career preparation our programs will work with you to create your college and career blueprint. Services include: Advice and planning; College preparation; Leadership programs; Basic skills training; Tutoring; Career readiness; Support services; Education planning; and Career guidance.
For more information, please complete the CONTACT FORM.
YOUTH JOB SEEKER SERVICE LOCATIONS
Chicanos Por La Causa is located in downtown Phoenix at:
619 N. 7th Avenue, Building B
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 769-2959
Jewish Family and Children’s Services is located on the west end of Phoenix at:
9014 N. 23rd Avenue, #3
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 279-0084
The YMCA is located in Phoenix's Maryvale Village at:
3825 N. 67th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(602) 688-5332
PHOENIX YOUTH RISE PROGRAM
Looking for a Summer Job?
What is Phoenix RISE? The Phoenix Youth Reach and Invest in Summer Employment (R.I.S.E.) program provides employment opportunities for youth, ages 16 to 24 years old, to learn the general aspects of working in a business during the summer months. This internship offers a pathway to building a stronger work ethic and making future connections.
Participating in R.I.S.E provides valuable insight into future career opportunities, work readiness training and helps create and build your future professional network.
Participants attend a mandatory two-day work readiness training to ensure they are prepared to enter the workforce and are paid $12.15/hr, 80 hours of work, 20 hours per week.
Internship timeframe: Beginning June 14 – Ending July 30, 2021. Applications can be found on the City of Phoenix's current job openings site www.phoenix.gov/hr/current-jobs for the Phoenix Youth R.I.S.E Internship Program - Summer 2021 opportunity. Submissions are due by May 15, 2021. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.
Eligibility:
• 16 - 24 years at time of application
• Reside in City of Phoenix
• Have legal right to work documentation in the U. S.
• Must be available to work entire length of internship, 4 weeks, (20 hours per week)
• Must be able to attend a mandatory virtual two-day work readiness
• Must have own transportation to work site regardless of proximity to residence and access to internet for virtual assignments. Work site locations will vary by availability and location
• Youth will be selected to participate randomly as space is limited (300 youth to be served in 2021)
For more information contact: [email protected]
