The Learn & Earn Summer Youth Employment Program provides meaningful summer job opportunities to youth ages 14-23. Residents of the City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County are eligible to apply. Applicants must have:
Proof of Address (Dated within the last 6 months)
Proof of total Household Income (Dated within the last 6 months)
Proof of Age
Proof of Social Security
Proof of Social Citizenship/Alien status
Have or create an email address
Learn & Earn helps young people build skills, gain experience, and explore career pathways through a three-tier model:
Tier 1: Career Exploration (Ages 14) - Participants engage in up to 100 hours of work-readiness training and career exploration. Youth build foundational skills such as communication, professionalism, and problem-solving while exploring different industries through workshops, job shadowing, and tours.
Tier 2: Work Experience (Ages 15-19) - Youth are placed at worksites where they can complete up to 120 hours of paid work experience. Participants gain real-world job skills, take on workplace responsibilities, and connect with professionals in fields of interest.
Tier 3: Advancement (Ages 20-23) - This tier supports young adults preparing for full-time employment. Participants may complete up to 150 hours of industry training that can lead to certifications, apprenticeships, or job placement opportunities.
Important Dates:
Application Period: March 2 - June 5, 2026
Youth Placements: April 1 - July 2, 2026
Program Dates:
Tier 1 & 2: June 22 - August 7, 2026
Tier 3: June 1 - August 31, 2026
Orientation: Determined by provider participation
Acceptance into the program is based on available program placements. If you are interested in learning more, please click here. If you need help applying, please click here for a list of providers who are available to assist youth and families. You can also receive help by calling 412-932-2950 or emailing summer@partner4work.org.