Youth Employment

About Recreation Worcester
Recreation Worcester is a free school-year and summertime program for youth run by the City of Worcester. Youth participate in curriculum based learning while focusing on three main enrichment activities: arts, academics and athletics programming.

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Recreation Worcester

The City of Worcester Youth Opportunities Division offers many opportunities for young people to obtain employment at various levels, from youth programs to site coordinators. Positions may include:

Literacy Coaches
Site Coordinator & Assistant Site Coordinator
Summer Leader & Assistant Summer Rec Leader
Youth Workers

Internship & Volunteer Opportunities

The Division of Youth Opportunities has internship opportunities for credit available year-round. Internships are focused primarily on promoting Recreation Worcester programming. Volunteers are also welcome for both the summer and after-school Recreation Worcester programs. Opportunities include helping with homework assignments and recreational activities.

Click on the Title of the position to view the complete listing which includes additional information such as job description, wage, etc. Interested candidates should follow the instructions for each opening in order to apply for the position(s) of interest.

Title	Department/Division	Deadline	Type
ASSISTANT SITE COORDINATOR	Youth Opportunities	Open Until Filled	Temporary
CASE MANAGER	Youth Opportunities	Open Until Filled	Temporary
SITE COORDINATOR	Youth Opportunities	Open Until Filled	Temporary
YOUTH WORKER II	Youth Opportunities	Open Until Filled	Temporary
MENTORSHIP LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE ASSISTANT PROGRAM COORDINATOR	Youth Opportunities	Open Until Filled	Temporary

Parks and Recreation

The City of Worcester Department of Public Works and Parks offers many opportunities for young people to obtain employment at various levels, from supervisory to staff. Positions may include:

Aquatics and Green Hill Golf Course Staff
Parks Stewards
Seasonal Maintenance Temporary Laborers

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YouthWorks

YouthWorks is a state-funded youth employment program that helps teens and young adults get the skills and experience needed to find and keep jobs. Participants engage in paid short-term work experiences at public, private and non-profit worksites. This program is offered through the Worcester Community Action Council and applicants must reside in the City of Worcester, be between the ages of 14 and 21 and fit the state mandated low-income/at-risk criteria.