Student resources: Summer jobs for youth

Summer jobs for students Program partners include the Chicago Public Schools, Chicago Park District, After School Matters, Chicago Housing Authority, City Colleges of Chicago and the Department of Family and Support Services. Each partner has their own selection process and hiring criteria.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Must be between 14 and 21 at the time of the application
Must live in the City of Chicago with a valid mailing address
Must have a social security number or a number that is legally allowed to replace a social security number for the purposes of employment
Must provide a guardian's signature for applicants under the age of 18 at the time of application

Resources

Applicants or parents/guardians with questions about summer opportunities may call 311 for more information or visit Youth Ready Chicago Opens in a new window icon. . More information about the City's summer employment program is available below:

Apply now for summer jobs Opens in a new window icon.

Frequently asked questions Opens in a new window icon.

Guides, permits, laws

Youth employment guide Opens in a new window icon.

Work permits Opens in a new window icon.

Child labor laws Opens in a new window icon.

Job tips

Youth Ready Chicago job descriptions Opens in a new window icon.

Job hunting tips Opens in a new window icon.

Resume writing help Opens in a new window icon.

Interviewing tips Opens in a new window icon.

Volunteer opportunities Opens in a new window icon.

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