What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contingent-Administrative Support-Summer Youth Employment Program (AGE 14-15 YEARS OLD – REMOTE) position at Howard County?
The Howard County Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is a six-week program running from July 1, 2025, to August 9, 2025, designed to provide Howard County youth and young adults aged 14-15 YEARS OLD with enriching and constructive summer work experiences.
As a participant in this program, the SYEP Participant will be given the opportunity to earn a competitive wage while also learning valuable skills and gaining hands-on experience in various employment IN A VIRTUAL setting.
Selected SYEP Participants will earn a competitive wage of $16.00 per hour Please note that this salary is non-negotiable. Please also note that the program has been revamped with an emphasis on in-person worksites for youth who are 16 years old and older. Employment for youth who are 14-15 is remote/virtual.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Because SYEP Participants may be assigned to VIRTUAL organizations and workplace settings that differ substantially from one another, the specific duties and responsibilities assigned to an SYEP Participant will also vary depending on the position. Please note that reasonable accommodations may be made to help an SYEP Participant perform the essential functions of their position.
Some possible examples of duties and responsibilities an SYEP Participant may be assigned are:
- Conduct online research on various topics as needed.
- Participate in virtual meetings and contribute ideas or feedback.
- Respond to emails and messages, ensuring timely communication.
- Support the team with any additional tasks as required.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
The SYEP Participant:
- Must reside in Howard County.
- Must be between the ages of 14 and 15 years old.
- Youth applicants must have access to a reliable internet connection and a computer with a working microphone and camera, as their employment will be virtual/remote.
- There are no minimum education or experience requirements.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
TO APPLY: You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.
Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.
At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).
Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at HiringPreference@howardcountymd.gov. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.
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