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Form of workAll programs are now full and we are no longer accepting applications for Summer 2023.
One of the goals of the City of Berkeley's YouthWorks Employment Program is to provide a variety of employment/training/career exploration opportunities for participants ages between 14-25.
Program Objectives for YouthWorks:
As with any job opportunity, the submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance into the employment program.Applicants must meet all of the following criteria in order to be considered for YouthWorks:
If applicant is under the age of 18: Proof of Residency documents MUST be in the name of the applicant's legally recognized guardian. The same guardian will be required to sign a residency affidavit for the application to be considered.
If applicant is age 18 or over: Proof of Residency documents MUST be in the name of the applicant and the applicant can sign the residency affidavit.
Acceptable Proof of Residency Documents
Utility bills:
Other acceptable documents:
Employment Type: Temporary
One of the goals of the City of Berkeley's YouthWorks Employment Program is to provide a variety of employment/training/career exploration opportunities for participants ages between 14-25.
Program Objectives for YouthWorks:
- Offer part-time, temporary jobs
- Introduce youth to the world of work
- Provide opportunity for career exploration
- Allow youth to gain valuable work experience
- Expose participants to relevant trainings associated with professionalism and young adulthood
As with any job opportunity, the submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance into the employment program.Applicants must meet all of the following criteria in order to be considered for YouthWorks:
- Must reside in Berkeley and provide one (1) valid Proof of Residency document
- Must submit a complete City of Berkeley Employment Application
- Must answer all required Supplemental Questions
- Must attach a resume to the application
- When requested, applicant must provide verification document(s) to complete the application process. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not be selected to move forward.
If applicant is under the age of 18: Proof of Residency documents MUST be in the name of the applicant's legally recognized guardian. The same guardian will be required to sign a residency affidavit for the application to be considered.
If applicant is age 18 or over: Proof of Residency documents MUST be in the name of the applicant and the applicant can sign the residency affidavit.
Acceptable Proof of Residency Documents
Utility bills:
- PG&E Bill
- Solar Bill (Must indicate physical address of service)
- EBMUD Bill
- Garbage Bill
- Cable Bill (must indicate physical address of service)
Other acceptable documents:
- Parent/Guardian's Driver's License or California ID (must be current and match exact address on application and residency affidavit)
- Current Lease/Rental Agreement/Occupancy Agreement (must indicate beginning and end dates; must show applicant as a legally recognized occupant at the time of application)
- CurrentMortgage Agreement/Bill (must indicate date of payment or proof of ownership)
Applicants must submit a completed application, resume, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. Please note that while resumes are required, they are not a substitute for a completed application.
Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.
After application has been reviewed and accepted, applicant will be asked to submit employment eligibility documents and proof of Berkeley residency.
The intent of this employment program is to offer professional experience to our participants and to prepare them for future job searches and endeavors. Therefore, the City welcomes youth with paid or unpaid work experience. Be sure to list all work experience including volunteer work, chores done around the home or miscellaneous jobs done in a neighborhood or with family. Also include internships, extracurricular assignments at school, church, and organizations.
Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.
