Youth Engagement and Employment
The Department of Youth Engagement and Employment prepares Boston's young adults for the future.
Our department is a one-stop engagement and resource center. We connect, advocate, and serve young residents in Boston. We help youth develop necessary skills and abilities they need in life.
In our work, we:- connect teens ages 15-18 to summer and school-year jobs
- engage Boston’s youth in civic process, and
- provide opportunities for youth career development.
Contact
1483 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02120
United States
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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Dream Chasers Black History Month event
February 27 - 4:30 p.m.
Come hear the secrets to success from community leaders of color who are living their dreams.
2019 Youth Job and Resource Fair
March 30 - 10 a.m.
Continue your steps towards success and register for the City's Youth Job and Resource Fair!
Summer jobs
We help find Boston youth and teens jobs during the summer.
School-year jobs
Teens ages 15 to 18 can register to find a fulfilling job during the school year.
Mayor's Youth Council
We connect, engage, and empower Boston’s youth through government and civic participation.
Youth Lead the Change
The program empowers Boston’s youth to manage $1,000,000 of the City’s budget.
MBTA Youth Pass Program
The MBTA Youth Pass Program provides eligible youth with a reduced cost MBTA pass.
Rashad O. Cope
Director of Youth Engagement and Employment
Tierra Lyons
Manager of Youth Employment and Development
Ruth Georges
Manager of Youth Engagement and Outreach
Eduardo Franco
Manager of Youth Programs and Partnerships