CITY OF RACINE'S: YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM 2024 (Application NOW OPEN) 

Mayor Cory Mason and the City of Racine are excited to announce the Youth Employment Program is back for the summer of 2024! The Youth Employment Program is an 8-week internship program that provides local youth, ages 16 to 24, with work placement directly within City of Racine departments.

Youth will have the opportunity to work alongside City of Racine professionals completing hands-on projects, job shadowing and gaining authentic work experience. We offer a variety of positions and departments including Marketing/social media, Construction, Real Estate Inspections, Engineering, IT/ Cyber Security, Early Education, Environmental Science and much more!

The City of Racine’s Youth Employment Program is more than a summer program; it’s where talent meets opportunity.

Our mission is to provide job accessibility in the City of Racine by introducing readily available training that leads to professional opportunities in city government.

 Youth employees will earn $15.91/hour on a part-time schedule.  

The City of Racine city residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range.

If you are interested in learning more about the City of Racine, looking for a career experience and/or want to make great money this summer -- APPLY TODAY!

Hours: Up to 25 hours/week

Pay Rate: $15.91/hour

Minimum Requirements:

1.Age 16 -- 24 at the time of application

2. Submitting part 1 and part 2 of application

NOTE: This is Part 1 of the application. Part 2 is to submit a video (1-2 minutes long) including the information below.


PART 2 (Video Submission):

You will receive a separate email with details on how to submit part 2 of the application.

1. Introduce yourself: name, school, major/pathway, and something cool about yourself?

2. What are your career interests/hobbies and why?

3. What do you hope to accomplish or learn from the Youth Employment Program?

Tips/Advice for creating application videos:

Example: https://youtu.be/0k6qvuBRbJU?si=tVjzb49K9sZLeFns

Example:\https://youtu.be/NWWaOWRRR38

Indeed article: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/interviewing/how-to-make-video-job-application

Email your part 2 to yep@cityofracine.org    The subject line should say "Part 2 (including your first and last name)".  Please do not text the video, email only. 

If you have difficulty submitting a large file (the video), here are some suggestions of platforms that allow you to share large content: 

  • Google Drive

  • Drop Box 

  • Youtube.com

  • Using the app Loom by downloading the app https://www.loom.com/signup

  • Saving the video on a flash drive and dropping off at City Hall please email yep@cityofracine.org if you are choosing this option)



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IMPORTANT DATES 
Application deadline: Friday, May 3rd at 11:59pm

Part 2 of the Application (Video Submission):  May 6th by 11:59pm emailed to yep@cityofracine.org 

YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM: June 24, 2024 -- August 16, 2024

#FundamentalFridays: Every Friday from 9am-1pm.


First Name *
Last Name *
Are you CURRENTLY between the ages of 16 - 24? (This information will be verified at the onboarding session)  *
Are you under the age of 18 years old? (If so, your parent/guardians will be required to sign additional paperwork for your participation in the employment program.) *
Street Address   *
City *
Zip Code *
Phone Number (double-check to make sure the number is correct) *
Do you wish to opt into receiving phone call or text message updates concerning your application status from the Youth Employment Officer? *
Email Address (Use your personal email address, NOT your school's email address. If you do not have a personal email address, make a free account on yahoo.com, gmail.com or aol.com and return to this application). *
Are you a current student? (Not a requirement) *
If YES to the question above, please select your school below. If NO, please select "NOT a current student" below. *
Required
Career Interests 

Please choose your top 3 career choices. Only one choice per column.
First Choice
Second Choice
Third Choice
OPEN TO ANY DEPARTMENT/FIELD
Police Department/Criminal Justice
Fire Department/Emergency Medical Services
Marketing/Social Media/Graphic Design
Early Education/Child Development
Environmental Science/ Water Testing
Voting and Community Outreach
Accounting/Finance
Real Estate and Inspections
Street Maintenance/Outside Labor
Information Technology (IT)
Office Assistant/Front Desk
Auto Mechanic
Recreation/ Community Centers
Human Resources/ Resume Writing
Construction/Manufacturing
Attorney's Office/ Law
Photojournalist/ Videographer
Clear selection
Have you worked for the City of Racine? (i.e. student worker, internship, fulltime/part time or election commission?) If so, what position and department? *
Will you need a bus pass to assist with transportation throughout the 8 weeks? (The bus pass can be supplied at no cost to you)  *
Do you have a valid Driver's License? (a requirement for some positions that includes driving)  *
The City of Racine requires direct deposit. Do you have a bank account? *
T-shirt/Polo shirt size *
Do you understand that if you are accepted into the City of Racine Youth Employment Program, you will be a City of Racine employee and need to:
 1) Attend an in-person new employee orientation

 2) Provide documentation for employment including social security and identification cards. 
 *
Do you understand that this is PART 1 of the application process, and you would have to submit part 2 to be considered for employment this summer. 
Details for Part 2 can be found at the top of this application and will be emailed to you once you submit part 1.  
 *
Do you understand that The City of Racine is an AA/EEO/ADA employer.  By clicking on the 'Accept' button, I hereby certify that every statement I have made in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false or incomplete answer may be grounds for not employing me or for dismissing me after I begin work.  I understand that any employment offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screenings.  I understand that I will have to produce documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility in the U.S. I understand that I may be required to verify any and all information given on this application. I understand that this completed application is the property of City of Racine and will not be returned. I understand the City of Racine may contact prior employers and other references, and that I hereby release said parties from any liability to claim whatsoever for issuing this information. I understand that I must notify LaDorris Thomas, City of Racine Mayor's office of any changes in my name, address, or phone number. *
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