Youth Employment Programs
Since 1994 the Youth Bureau has administered the Rockland County Youth Employment Program (YEP). This youth workforce preparation initiative provides employment training and job placement for eligible young people between the ages of 14 and 20. The YEP provides the opportunity for the development of skilled, trained and prepared young people for our local workforce. In 2024, the program placed over 400 young people with employers throughout the County. When given the opportunity, the young people are rising to the occasion and contributing to our County in a meaningful and productive way. The YEP builds partnership with local private businesses, not-for-profits, and municipal agencies to promote youth workforce development within the county, as well as providing for a labor cost saving for all participating employers.
The Youth Employment Program, funded by Rockland County and the Department of Social Services through NYS OTDA funding, consists of two components:
T.E.E.N. Works (Teen Employment Education Network)
A 4-week program that provides workforce preparation training and experiential activities for teens and young adults. TEEN Works will operate at Rockland Community College (RCC) from July 6, 2026 - July 30, 2026, from 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Applications must be submitted by May 29, 2026. The next upcoming TEEN Works will be held in Spring 2027.
Job Placement and Subsidized Employment
Upon successful completion and graduation from the program participants may be placed in paid employment at a local business, not-for-profit, or municipality.
To apply to the either program, please complete and submit the printable 2026 Youth Employment Program Application. Be sure to read and complete ALL parts of the application.
We treat this as a real job opportunity, so youth are expected to complete the application themselves and provide their own contact information (email and/or phone number). We communicate directly with youth regarding the status of their application and any next steps.
Participant Eligibility Requirements:
Youth ages 14 to 20 who:
- Are recipients of
- Family Assistance (FA)
- Safety Net Assistance (SNA)
- Medicaid
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
OR
- Have a household income that meets the income guidelines outlined in the chart below
|
Family Size |
Monthly Income |
Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
$2,660 |
$31,920 |
|
2 |
$3,607 |
$43,280 |
|
3 |
$4,553 |
$54,640 |
|
4 |
$5,500 |
$66,000 |
|
5 |
$6,447 |
$77,360 |
|
6 |
$7,393 |
$88,720 |
|
7 |
$8,340 |
$100,080 |
|
8 |
$9,287 |
$111,440 |
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