Town's Youth Summer Employment Program Applications Accepted Next Month

Hamden Youth Services Bureau will be accepting applications for summer youth employment on May 13, 14 and 15 from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the lounge at the Keefe Community Center, 11 Pine St. in Hamden.

Applicants must sign-in at the gym and then will be called on a first come first serve basis for a screening and brief interview. Youth should come dressed appropriately for an interview.

In order to be eligible for these summer jobs, youth must be at least 14 years of age by July 1, 2013 and be a current High School student. In addition, youth must qualify for and provide proof of free or reduced lunch and/or receive special education services.

In addition, youth must provide copies of their birth certificate, social security card, last four weeks of household income and proof of Hamden residency, along with a completed and signed application. Announcements will be made and students may pick up applications at the Hamden High School guidance office on Monday, April 29.

If you are not a student at Hamden High School but are a Hamden resident and meet all other qualifications, you may pick up an application at the Hamden Youth Services Bureau’s main office at 11 Pine St. (in the Keefe Community Center).

Jobs will run for approximately six weeks, starting Monday, July 1, through Friday,
August 9. The weekly hours will range from 15-25. Youth will be placed in both
non profit and for profit organizations and businesses. Job placements include retail, schools, childcare and offices.

There are a limited number of applications being distributed. First come first served. For additional information, please call the Hamden Youth Services Bureau at 203 777-2610.