Youth Employment Program (Formerly Summer Youth)

Applications for the 2024 Youth Employment Program are available NOW! 

The printable application will be found HERE. Applications can be mailed to Niagara County Employment & Training 1001 Eleventh Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14301, or dropped off at this location Monday through Thursday between the hours of 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, and on Friday from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm. We are closed each day from noon - 1:00 pm. They may also be emailed to dawn.cody@niagaracounty.com or faxed to (716) 278-8149. They can also be picked up at your school's guidance office, or by calling (716) 278-8182.  Completed applications and all related documents must be returned to NCET by May 12th.   

Through this program we strive to provide young people with the opportunity to:

  • Earn money and gain meaningful work experience
  • Learn and develop the skills, attitudes and commitment necessary to succeed in today’s world of work Mahle-ForWeb-GilbertoMarchese,MichaelEggert
  • Gain exposure to various career industries
  • Interact with dynamic working professionals in a positive work environment

The Youth Employment Program is funded by a NYS Temporary Assistance to Needy Families grant.

View the 2022 Summer Youth Newsletter which includes pictures and comments from our parents and participants along with the 2022 Summer Worksites!