Summer Youth Employment Program 2024

SYEP registration is online. There are no paper applications available for this program. All interested youth must visit the website to register. The registration form can be accessed from the City of Miami Gardens website at www.miamigardens-fl.gov Back to top

How do I qualify for SYEP?

In order for a youth to qualify, they must reside within the city limits of Miami Gardens, be between 15-18 years of age, and eligible to work in the US. Back to top

Do I have to pay any fees to apply or work for SYEP?

There are no fees associated with participation in the SYEP. Back to top

How do I apply for SYEP?

Visit www.miamigardens-fl.gov and complete the application online. All applications must be submitted through the City of Miami Gardens Website. Back to top

When is the deadline to submit a complete SYEP application?

Online SYEP registrations will be available today through June 20th. Back to top

When will SYEP start?

The SYEP will start June 20th, 2024. Back to top

Can I submit more than one SYEP application?

Does it increase my chances to be selected for a job? No, only the first application submitted will be accepted. Back to top

Will I receive a receipt confirming that I have submitted an SYEP application?

Yes. If you are submitting an online application, you will be given an opportunity to print out a receipt and a confirmation page. Back to top

How will SYEP applicants be selected?

City of Miami Gardens Summer Youth Employment Program will conduct a lottery of completed applications to determine whether applicants can participate. Back to top

How does the lottery work?

Applicants submitting a completed application to the City of Miami Gardens Summer Youth Employment Program are placed into a pool for potential selection. The computer system will randomly select completed applications into Summer Youth Employment Program. Back to top

How will I know if I am selected to participate in SYEP?

All selected youth through the lottery will be contacted by email only. To be notified, it is necessary that you provide your correct contact information (address, telephone number, email address). Back to top

Besides an SYEP application, what other documentation is required?

If you are selected for a Summer Youth Employment Program position, you will need to also provide copies of documents that will verify the information that you have provided on your application. You can download a list of required documents from the City of Miami Gardens website. To find the list, you can go back to the ‘Summer Youth Employment Program Documents’ menu to access it. Back to top

How much does SYEP pay?

Participants will earn $ 13.88 an hour and may work up to 40 hours per week. (Not working more than 140 hours per program). Back to top

How will I be paid?

Summer Youth Employment Program participants are paid every two weeks. Back to top

What will my work week consist of?

Your summer job hours will consist of a combination of instructional and work hours. The actual work schedule will be developed and provided by the worksite to which you are assigned. Back to top

Can I work on weekends?

Work on weekends is permitted but it is up to your job assignment and the worksite. Your total hours for the Summer Youth Employment Program cannot exceed 40 hours per week. Back to top

Can I work overtime?

No. Summer Youth Employment Program will not pay for overtime. If you are asked by the worksite to work overtime, you must inform your Summer Youth Employment Program’s case manager immediately. Back to top

Can I attend summer school and also participate in SYEP?

Yes. However, this is up to your Summer Youth Employment Program worksite and whether they can arrange a schedule that accommodates both work and school. Back to top

What type of summer jobs are available?

The Summer Youth Employment Program has traditionally offered jobs as clerical, hospital, camp, cultural arts, teacher aides in government and nonprofit agencies. The Summer Youth Employment Program providers may also provide jobs in private, for-profit companies in a variety of industries. Back to top

Does SYEP offer jobs outside of Miami Dade County?

No. The Summer Youth Employment Program does not offer jobs out of Miami Gardens. Back to top