Jobs

Finding a job can be an exciting, but scary process. Here you’ll find some resources to help you in your search.

Resources for Finding Jobs and Internships

Youth Employment & Opportunities Locator: Find job placement programs, paid training, career counseling and other opportunities.

New York City’s Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD): DYCD helps teens and young adults ages 14- 24 find internships, paid summer jobs, skills training and other opportunities.

NYCHA Office of Resident Economic Empowerment & Sustainability (REES): Opportunities for NYCHA residents. You can also call 718-289-8100.

Workforce1: NYC’s Department of Small Business Services’ Workforce1 program prepares and connects qualified job candidates to jobs across the city.

Public Service Jobs

Did you know the City of New York is the City’s biggest employer? Many public service jobs offer great benefits and opportunities to advance.

If you are 18 or older, learn more about NYC public service jobs. Some agencies are hiring immediately and others require an exam.

The Civil Service Pathways Youth Program sponsored by ACS, the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) and New Yorkers for Children can help you apply for public service jobs and prepare for exams that are required for certain jobs.

Email 311 or call 212-341-3353 for more information.

• Download the Civil Service Pathways Flyer
• Visit the City of New York’s Job Portal website
• Learn more about Civil Service Examinations
• Find temporary employment through the New York City Housing Authority

Other Resources

• New York State Department of Labor helps you explore the future, plan for it, and make it happen. Visit the Department of Labor’s youth employment page for job application advice.

• Raw Resume webpage has job tips and stories written for teens, by teens. Visit the Raw Resume page.