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NEW! Building Career Pathways to Sustainable Employment

Building Career Pathways to Sustainable Employment is a pilot program for Evanston teens and young adults age 18-26.

The pilot program will provide 15 low- to moderate-income Evanston participants with subsidized wages and funding for continued educational advancement directly aligned with each participant’s career pathway plan, as well as supportive services, career counseling, educational support and transportation assistance. An example of educational advancement is paid training to become a Certified Nursing Assistant with a career pathway plan leading to LPN certification.

Registration for this program has closed. Keep checking this webpage for program updates.

2013 Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program

The Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program (MSYEP) is a City of Evanston workforce development program created in 1992 by City of Evanston Resolution 32-R-92.  Youth accepted into the program will be placed at private businesses and organizations as well as City of Evanston departments/divisions.  Youth interested in participating in the 2013 MSYEP are required to attend one of three orientation sessions taking place at Evanston Township High School, all sessions are facilitated by the Youth Job Center of Evanston, Inc., covering such issues as workplace etiquette, customer service and career planning. 

Through the MSYEP, we strive to provide youth with the opportunity to:

• Promote sustainable workforce development in Evanston youth and for Evanston businesses;
• Learn and develop the skills, attitude and commitment necessary to succeed in today’s world of work;
• Gain exposure to exciting career industries;
• Earn money and gain a meaningful work experience; and
• Interact with dynamic working professionals in a positive work environment.

We are please to announce the launch of a new online registration system to improve the application process for youth interested in working this summer and businesses/organizations interested in serving as MSYEP worksites. 

Important Information
Please check the website frequently
Wednesday, April 3, 2013 MSYEP Job Readiness Session
Evanston Township High School
4-6:00pm

Attendance is mandatory for all youth completing an application and planning to attend one of the two job fairs.  It is only required that you attend one of the three sessions. 

Wednesday, April 10, 2013 MSYEP Job Readiness Session
Evanston Township High School
4-6:00pm

Attendance is mandatory for all youth completing an application and planning to attend one of the two job fairs.  It is only required that you attend one of the three sessions. 


Wednesday, April 17, 2013 MSYEP Job Readiness Session
Evanston Township High School
4-6:00pm

Attendance is mandatory for all youth completing an application and planning to attend one of the two job fairs.  It is only required that you attend one of the three sessions. 

Saturday, April 20, 2013
MSYEP Job Fair
Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center
2100 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
Parasol Room
8:00am-3:00pm

Saturday, April 27, 2013
MSYEP Job Fair
Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center
2100 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
Parasol Room
8:00am-3:00pm


“Drop Down Menu”


YOUTH INFORMATION
1. Q: How do I qualify for the MSYEP?

A: You must be a City of Evanston resident between the ages of 14-18 You can apply if you are currently 13 but will turn 14 by June 17, 2013. You cannot apply if you will be 19 years old by June 17, 2013.
2. Q: What is expected of MSYEP Youth?
A:  MSYEP youth are expected to be active, engaged, respectful and willing to learn.  Additionally, if offered employment through the MSYEP, youth are to arrive to their respective worksites on time and notify appropriate supervisors of any necessary schedule changes due to illness, planned vacation or appointments. 
3. Q: How do I apply for the MSYEP?
A: Applications can be completed and submitted online.  We encourage you to apply at your school or public library.  Paper applications and job descriptions will be available at the following City of Evanston locations, Monday, April 1, - Thursday, April 18, 2013. 
Morton Civic Center (Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department), 2100 Ridge Ave.
Evanston Public Library (Main Library), 1703 Orrington Ave.
Evanston Public Library (North Branch Library), 2026 Central St.
Chandler-Newberger Center, 1028 Central St.
Evanston Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick Blvd.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center, 1655 Foster St.
Robert Crown Center, 1701 Main St.
4. Q: Are there other requirements/expectations?

A: Yes. All youth invited to participate in the program are required to attend the MSYEP’s job orientation (see dates above).  Attendance is mandatory for one of the three sessions.  The orientation will discuss topics that will help you have a successful summer work experience.  To attend the job fair, you must have attended one of the sessions and completed a 2013 MSYEP summer application.
5. Q: Is there a Dress Code?

A: Yes. We ask that all youth dress business casual for the MSYEP job fairs (if selected to participate).  When you receive your job assignment you will know the dress code of your particular worksite.
6. Q: What types of jobs do you have available?

A: In the past, jobs included administrative personnel, child care assistants, camp counselors, park aides, library assistants, data entry clerks and legislative interns.

EMPLOYER INFORMATION

“Employer Fact Sheet”

1. How do I qualify as an MSYEP Employer?

A: In addition to being a business/organization located in the City of Evanston, the following is required as well:

o Dedicated individual/employee to MSYEP student for job training and mentorship
o Jobs that support local priorities
o Jobs that provide career-related experience or early work experience
o Employers provide supervision and mentoring
o Basic office duties, tutor, light maintenance, service projects…other duties deemed appropriate by and the City of Evanston and State of Illinois Child Labor Laws http://www.state.il.us/agency/idol/forms/pdfs/FLSCLL03.pdf

2. In which kind of positions can I hire MSYEP youth?
A: In the past, jobs included administrative personnel, child care assistants, camp counselors, park aides, library assistants, data entry clerks and legislative interns.  However, employers can submit positions to City of Evanston staff for review and approval. 
3. Is it possible to have the wages of the youth I hire subsidized ?

A: We always encourage private employers to pay 100% of the wages and manage payroll responsibilities for youth.  Yet, in some cases, it is possible for employers to participate in a program where your business pays MSYEP youth for the entire summer, and at the end of the program, can submit a claim for partial reimbursement.

4. When the program begins, what are my responsibilities as an employer?

A: If selected as an MSYEP employer, you will be expected to attend both job fairs


Saturday, April 20, 2013
MSYEP Job Fair
Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center
2100 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
Parasol Room
8:00am-3:00pm

Saturday, April 27, 2013
MSYEP Job Fair
Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center
2100 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
Parasol Room
8:00am-3:00pm


Once you begin working with your students, you will be provided with a “quality control” sheet to evaluate your interaction with your MSYEP student(s) and assess their skills as well.  City of Evanston staff will also be in contact to address any issues or concerns as they may arise.

5.  Is it possible to have MSYEP students work past the allocated time this summer?

A: Yes, though the program ends in late August, employers may at their own election choose to retain students, to be paid solely through the employer’s payroll.

OTHER INFORMATION

If you have an interest in supporting through MSYEP through a tax deductable donation, please click on the following link    

For those who have an interest in additional employment opportunities, please access this link (youth & young adult webpage)

Private Business Flier - 2013 Mayor's Letter to Businesses