What is the Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program (MSYEP)?

Beginning in 1992, the Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program (MSYEP) has provided skills and workforce opportunities year-round for thousands of Evanston youth ages 14-18. The program gives participating youth up to nine weeks of entry level work experience in a variety of jobs & industries through community based organizations, city government departments, and private sector businesses.

As a workforce development and non-law enforcement crime prevention initiative, the MSYEP emphasizes:

• Practicing real-world labor expectations

• Increased awareness of services offered by local community-based organizations

• Expanded opportunities for career instruction

• Guidance in financial literacy 

• Occupational skills training

• Social-emotional growth

2025 MSYEP Job Fair

Evanston youth ages 14 to 18 years are encouraged to find their perfect summer job by participating in the 2025 Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program (MSYEP).

This year, to enhance the hiring experience for youth and employers, the City will host its job fair well in advance of the summer season, allowing participants to secure summer employment early. The job fair will take place:

Saturday, March 1, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Robert Crown Community Center, 1801 Main St.

View the MSYEP Job Book to learn which employers will be in attendance. 

Are you 14-18 years old and looking for summer employment?

The MSYEP is open to all Evanston youth ages 14 to 18 who reside within the boundaries of Evanston Township High School District 202. Participants must register in advance to take part in the job fair at cityofevanston.org/summerjob. For questions, students should contact msyep@cityofevanston.org.

Are you an Employer interested in hiring Evanston youth for summer 2025?

Last year, over 40 employer partners helped to provide over 300 summer job opportunities for Evanston youth. This year, the City is encouraging even more local businesses to participate in the program. Interested employers must complete the 2025 MSYEP Job Request Form.

Contact Us

For questions, please contact us at msyep@cityofevanston.org.