Youth participants complete project-based work in City of Somerville departments and community partner organizations while attending biweekly job-readiness and professional development workshops. The program runs January 25 through May 28, 2027, with schedules varying by placement and a maximum of eight hours per week.
About the Role:
The School Year Jobs Program will offer a combination of group and individual project-based work. As a whole group, you will participate in 2 hours of bi-weekly job-readiness and professional development skill building workshops. You will spend the other 6-8 hours per week working in departments throughout the City of Somerville, as well as select community partner organizations. Schedules vary by placement, but all youth who are hired can expect to work a maximum of 8 hours per week. Programming starts January 25 and ends May 28, 2027.
To learn more about each placement opportunity (location, general job responsibilities, and schedule) please click here
Qualifications:
- Must live or attend school in Somerville
- Must be a current High School Student
- Must be 15 years of age by November 16, 2026.
- Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States as U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents
- 1 Adult Reference (The reference should be an adult who knows you well and knows is not related to you. Examples: Teacher, Guidance Counselor, Supervisor, Coach, etc.)
Hours & Pay:
- 8 hours per week/$18.85 per hour (schedules vary by placement)
Application Process:
- Application will close on October 23, 2026.
- Interviews will take place the week of November 16, 2026.
- First day of programming: January 25, 2027.
To learn more about the School Year Jobs Program or for support with the application, please contact Mia at [email protected] or 857-270-4999.
City of Somerville Somerville, Massachusetts, USA Office
Somerville, MA, United States
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