Summer Jobs

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Young people attending a job fair, with recruiters and applicants interacting, symbolizing opportunities and challenges in youth employment.

Job Fairs Boost Youth Employment Despite Programmatic Gaps

Last year, over 51,000 young people applied for Chicago's One Summer Chicago program, yet only 27,800 positions were available.

Nathaniel Brooks·September 3, 2026

Teenagers looking disappointed outside a business with a 'Now Hiring' sign being removed, symbolizing the decline in summer job opportunities for youth.

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Teen summer job decline hits lowest since 1948, impacting opportunities

This summer, the total number of jobs secured by teens is projected to be the lowest since the federal government began tracking youth employment in 1948, according to MyNorthwest .

Nathaniel Brooks·June 18, 2026

Diverse group of young adults participating in job training and summer employment programs across Massachusetts, showcasing opportunity and skill development.

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Mass. invests $14.4M in youth employment initiatives

The Healey-Driscoll Administration just committed nearly $14.

Nathaniel Brooks·April 18, 2026