15-30 years old and looking for work?
We can help.

Whether you’re looking for a full-time, part-time, summer job or even your first job, we have a program for you. We offer three FREE programs for students and youth that are designed to help you find a job. Whatever your situation, we have a program to help.

To access any of our student or youth programs, contact us today.

Find the right program for you

Each of our student and youth programs offer different benefits to fit different circumstances. Not sure what program is best for you?

Contact us today and we’ll help you find the right program.

YOUTH JOB CONNECTION YOUTH JOB CONNECTION SUMMER SKILLS ENHANCEMENT FOR YOUTH
Eligibility
  • Youth 15-29 years old
  • NOT employed
  • NOT enrolled in school
  • Those in part-time or alternative education settings may be eligible
  • Students 15-18 years old
  • NOT employed
  • Currently enrolled in school
  • Returning to school in the following school year
  • Youth 15-30 years old
  • NOT employed or participating in full-time training/education
Start dates New streams of workshops start monthly New streams of workshops start every Spring New streams start throughout the year
Available jobs
  • Part-time
  • Full-time
  • Part-time during the school year
  • Full-time or part-time during the summer
  • Part-time
  • Full-time
Workshops 15 in-class workshops 15 in-class and online workshops 20 in-class or online workshops
Financial benefits 60 hours paid training (minimum wage) 20 hours paid training (minimum wage) 60 hours paid skill training (minimum wage)
Other benefits
  • One-to-one career guidance and mentorship
  • Free job placement services
  • Financial support for those in need
  • One-to-one career guidance and mentorship
  • Free job placement services
  • Financial support for those in need
  • Online competitions:
    • Earn participation points
    • Collect badges
    • Climb the weekly leaderboard
    • One-to-one career guidance
    • Free job placement services
    • Job retention support
    Program Availability Ajax, Etobicoke, Georgetown, Oshawa, Bruce County Ajax, Etobicoke, Georgetown, Oshawa, Bruce County Richmond Hill, Vaughan
    Registration Open all year-round
    Register for YJC
    Open all year-round
    Register for YJC Summer
    Open all year-round
    Register for SEFY

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