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Mayor Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program (DC Department of Employment Services)
Research & internship · DC Department of Employment Services (DOES)The Mayor Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program places District youth ages 14-24 in six weeks of paid summer work experience with private and government employers, running from late June through early August. Applications open online at summerjobs.dc.gov in late January and close in early March; check the site for current residency documentation requirements.
Who can apply
GradesGrades 9–12
Min GPA—
ScopeState
StatesDC
FieldsCareer & Technical Education · Public Service
EligibilityOpen to District of Columbia residents ages 14-24.
Logistics
Cost to youFree; paid (rate not published)
Financial aidNot listed
StipendPaid
FormatCommuter
Length6 weeks, late June-early Aug
WhereWashington, DC
Applying
OpensOpens in late January
DueNot yet posted (2026 cycle closed)
You submitOnline application via summerjobs.dc.gov.