Escambia County is now accepting applications for the 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program. Applications must be submitted before 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27. Click here to apply.

Applications are now open for the 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program, which provides an opportunity for Escambia County youth ages 16-24 to receive paid work experience this summer. 

Qualified youth who are accepted into the program will be able to work up to 30 hours a week at $14 per hour, with positions available in various county departments along with the Escambia County Property Appraiser and Tax Collector's Office. Participants will also receive job readiness training prior to job placement as well as post-employment briefings.

The Escambia County Summer Youth Employment Program aims to help local youth gain valuable on-the-job experience while working toward their future career goals. Program participants will have the opportunity to learn a variety of practical job skills, along with workplace etiquette such as professional dress, timeliness and respect.

Last summer, over 200 youth participated in the program, working in county departments including Engineering, Escambia County Area Transit, Public Safety, West Florida Public Libraries and more. Read more about their experience here.

Limited positions are available. Requirements for the program are as follows:

• Must submit a completed application packet with all required supporting documentation by 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27.
• Must be a resident of Escambia County, Florida at the time of application and for the duration of program participation.
• Must be between the age of 16 and 24 years old at the time of enrollment.
• Must complete up-front job readiness preparatory training classes and post-employment debriefing sessions.
• Must not have any felony convictions.
• If enrolled in school, must submit enrollment verification.
• Must show proof of identify (state-issued driver's license or state ID card) and proof of address.
• Must meet hiring criteria of the temporary employment agency.
• Must attend the end of the Summer Youth Program Award Ceremony.

NOTE: Selected applicants will be asked to submit required supporting documentation during intake/job readiness and career success training, background check processes, etc. (examples: State issued drivers license or ID, current bill, school enrollment document, etc.).

Incomplete applications or applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

For additional information, contact the Neighborhood and Human Services Department at 850-595-3927 or 850-595-1620.