The Raleigh Summer Youth Employment Program helps teens between the ages of 15 and 18 to develop their skills and prepare for future employment by spending the summer working for the City of Raleigh.
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Raleigh Summer Youth Program
Information for the Summer 2025 Raleigh Summer Youth Employment Program
Key Dates
Applications and Interviews
Feb. 12-March 31
Note: When applications and interviews become active, they will be listed here.
Orientation
May 17 at NCSU McKimmon Center
Note: If you are offered a position with RSYEP, both the employee and a parent/guardian must attend the mandatory orientation. No exceptions.
Program Dates
June 16-Aug. 8
Program Requirements
Participants must:
- be age 15-18 as of May 31, 2025;
- live within the Raleigh city limits;
- attend mandatory in-person program orientation on May 17;
- not miss more than five program days;
- not be enrolled in summer school or athletic activities during program dates; and,
- have an NC State Issued ID, Learner’s Permit, Driver’s License, or current school report card that shows a Raleigh zip code at the time of interview. No exceptions.
Raleigh Summer Youth Worker helping campers at lunch.
Raleigh Summer Youth Employee working at Raleigh Police Department Vehicle Fleet Services.
I think something I learned about myself is that I like structure and being able to look forward to a new workday each morning. Also, I love people and meeting new people and I really enjoyed the experiences that I was blessed with through RSYEP.
RSYEP Participant
Something that I learned about myself and my abilities are that I actually enjoy doing things that deal with problem solving. Usually, it is something I have ideas for but I never had an experience of it for a job on something that is a major real world issue. This is kind of something that made me realize that problem solving but also marketing/business to an extent, like the promotional and creation aspect, is something I want in my future career.
RSYEP Participant
I often doubt my ability to complete certain tasks and often second guess myself. This pathway has given me the confidence I need for myself.
Naisaun Wilkins, Virtual 2021 Program Participant
I've grown as a professional and a person through this program...I learned that any problem no matter how small or large can be addressed and solved through initiative, creative thinking, and an innovative mindset.
Kimberly Leiva-Sorto, Virtual 2021 Program Participant
