One Summer Chicago Youth Employment Applications Open
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) have launched the One Summer Chicago (OSC) application portal. OSC aims to connect an additional 4,000 young people to paid opportunities and life-skills development programs this summer. It’s the result of collaboration between local businesses, community organizations, and city agencies.
OSC consists of three interconnected programs:
Chicago Youth Service Corps (CYSC): Employs youth ages 16-24 year-round through programming focused on leadership development and local/civic engagement.
Chicagobility: Employs youth ages 14-15 through project-based learning and skill-building experiences.
Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP): Employs youth ages 16-24 through job placement or training programs to provide work experiences and develop skills for career pathways.
In 2024, the City aims to employ up to 28,000 young people across the city to work 15-20 hours per week for a total of six weeks. In the 2024 budget with Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth proudly supported and voted for, Mayor Johnson appropriated an additional $76M to expand youth employment opportunities.
Youth employment not only supports our young people as they continue their education and begin their careers, but it also contributes to overall health and safety of our neighborhoods. So whether you’re a young person looking to get to work this summer or an employer looking to get involed, visit OneSummerChicago.org to learn more!
