CareerSource Tampa Bay’s (CSTB) summer jobs program, the Tampa Bay Summer Hires, is extending its registration deadline. The program helps young adults 16 to 24 find summer jobs and internship opportunities at local businesses that could lead to long-term career advancement. They will extend the registration deadline until March 31, 2022.
Mayor Jane Castor is putting her full support behind the program this year. Especially after several summers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
It’s important for our business community to also step up so we can offer terrific internships for these youth and help them to learn about jobs that are available in our community
Mayor Jane Castor
Since implementing the program’s inaugural year in 2019, CSTB has served over 1,800 youth. Also, over 130 employers have taken part in the program.
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“We are excited to have the support of the county and the Mayor to promote the program and encourage young adults and local businesses,” said Tampa Bay Summer Hires Director, Jennifer Wilson. “With this support we will extend the program application for the next 30 days to allow Hillsborough county youth and businesses additional time to be a part of this wonderful program.”
Program requirements
Young adults must complete an online application which CSTB will accept on a first-come, first-serve basis. Tampa Bay Summer Hires staff will contact applicants to review and discuss their application and potential eligibility. Eligibility requirements include meeting minimum family income, be 16 to 24 years of age, and live in Hillsborough County.
Applicants can apply for one or all three of the following programs:
- 8-week Paid Internship for 24 hours per week earning $13 per hour
- 4-week Paid Virtual Exploration program ($200 weekly incentive)
- 6-week Youth Leadership Academy called “Young Leaders of Tomorrow” ($200 weekly incentive)
The program will run from June 13 to July 22. Participants will also take part in an all-day Youth Summit. Here, they will learn about the hiring process, apply for jobs, and receive tips and advice on being successful.
“I couldn’t be prouder of our young adults who participate in the program. They take it very seriously and if you remember your first job, this is the first job for many of our youth.” said CareerSource Tampa Bay President/CEO John Flanagan. “They get their own paycheck and that gives them a sense of pride where they can go out and purchase some things on their own or save the money earned.”
Businesses that want to take part can also register for an Employer Information Session on March 23, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. Employers interested in signing up for the Employer Information Session can register by clicking on this link.
