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Youth Employment Program
What is the Youth Employment Program and am I eligible?
 YEP is a grant-funded, nine to eleven-week summer job program for Surprise residents between the ages of 15 and 19 years old.
The program features professional development training while working in local community-minded business organizations.
Participants must be available to work 5 days a week, up to 30 hours per week, starting as early as May 28, 2012. The program will run during the applicants summer break. Chosen interns will earn $8.00 per hour, a stipend provided by the City of Surprise through the grant.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a full time student
- Must reside in Surprise
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- Must be available to work up to thirty (30) hours/week, anywhere from nine (9) to eleven (11) weeks
- Must have access to reliable transportation
- Family income must be at or below 80% of area median income
Family Size
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80% Median
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100% Median
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120% Median
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1 person
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$36,700
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$45,875
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$55,050
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2 person
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$41,950
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$52,438
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$62,925
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3 person
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$47,200
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$59,000
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$70,800
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4 person
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$52,400
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$65,500
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$78,600
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5 person
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$56,600
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$70,750 |
$84,900
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6 person
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$60,800
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$76,000
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$91,200 |
7 person
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$65,000
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$81,250
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$97,500
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What you need to know:
- Employment starts as early as May 28, 2012
- Participants will earn $8.00 per hour, paid for by the City of Surprise
- Weekly professional development training is provided
- Award Ceremony to follow program completion
How do I apply?
- Applications are available at select Surprise High Schools, City Hall and online.
- Fill out the application completely. Be sure your name matches the way it appears on your Social Security Card.
- Carefully list your areas of interest so that we may place you accordingly.
- You must submit letter of recommendation by school teacher, counselor, or other non-related adult.
» Download the eligibility requirements & application instructions
» Download an application
When and where can I turn in my application and letter of recommendation?
 Completed applications must be submitted or postmarked by Feb. 16, 2012. Applications are accepted by email, mail, or in person.
- Download an application & submit via email:
- Drop off at Surprise City Hall, Welcome Desk, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Thursday.
- Mail to Christina Ramirez, Community and Economic Development
Re: Youth Employment Program Application
16000 N. Civic Center Plaza
Surprise, AZ 85374-7470
What's Next?
Eligible applicants will be scored on community involvement, letter of recommendation, availability, skill set, and interests compared to positions available. The top 15 will be notified in March and interviewed for job placement.
Final participants must provide proof of gross current income, pass drug test (with parent consent form), fingerprinting, and background check.
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