Somerville youth ages 16 and older eligible to apply for summer employment within City departments, with local retailers; Applications due 4/22.

 

SOMERVILLE – Attention Somerville Youth! The Mayor’s Summer Jobs Program is now accepting applications for summer 2016, and more than 100 Somerville teens will be selected to participate in the annual job program which pairs young job seekers with opportunities within City departments as well as with private business partners in Somerville. Applications will be available beginning April 4, at the Personnel Department in City Hall, and will be accepted until 12:30 p.m. on Fri., Apr 22. Eligible students must be Somerville residents, enrolled in high school, and at least 16 years of age.

 

Interviews will be held the week of May 9, and selected youth must complete an orientation prior to the beginning of the program. Summer jobs require approximately 20 hours per week, though actual schedules will vary by employer.

 

If you have any questions or would like additional information, contact Director of Human Services, Nancy Bacci, at 617-625-6600 ext. 2250 or NBacci@somervillema.gov

The City of Somerville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability or any other protected category. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities free of charge, upon request.
If you need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication, written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access this program, please contact the ADA Coordinator no later than seven (7) business days before the scheduled event at the address noted below:

Betsy M. Allen          

167 Holland Street, Room 207

Somerville, MA 02144

ballen@somervillema.gov 

(617) 625-6600, Ext. 2323 (Voice)  

(617) 808-4851 (TTY)