summer jobs

INDIANAPOLIS — According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the participation of teens in the workforce has declined over the last few decades. Indianapolis city leaders are hoping to change that. Since 2016, the city has been urging young people to apply for jobs through Project Indy, which a network that allows people aged 16-24 to […]

INDIANAPOLIS — As of Thursday, Indy Parks is increasing its lifeguard pay to $13 per hour. The decision was made as a final hiring push before pool season officially opens. More than 40 lifeguards are still needed for hire, but the parks department has recently implemented guidelines so safely open pool using existing staff on […]

  INDIANAPOLIS — With Memorial Day Weekend just around the corner, swimming pools will soon open again and many parks departments are struggling to get lifeguards. It’s no different in Indianapolis. Indy Parks is lacking in lifeguard applicants and they need many more before the summer pool season kicks off. “Those positions are crucial obviously […]

Four Georgia teens pursued summer jobs to stay out of trouble. They were pressured to join neighborhood gangs.

"Since you're so concerned about Black people and you're so concerned about Black youth, I want you to launch the Bill O'Reilly Black Youth Summer Jobs Program," Martin said.

This Wednesday, April 6th is Congressman Carson’s Annual Youth Opportunities Fair.  The event is an attempt to help students, parents of students, and youth of all ages find opportunities for the summer.  This includes summer jobs, internships, and more!  The event is free to the public and will be held at the Central Library from […]

AFTERNOONS WITH AMOS – YOUR LIFE MATTERS WEEK. There’s been a lot of debate and conversation on what Indianapolis churches are or are not doing…