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Mayor's Youth Employment Program

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Mayor's Youth Employment Program

Summer employment program for Stamford high school juniors and seniors, who are residents of the city.

Our mission is to provide Stamford's youth with the necessary job readiness and leadership skills needed to compete in the global workforce. The Mayor’s Youth Employment Program is available to current Junior and Senior students who are Stamford Resident. The program will place approximately 70 students in part-time jobs in the city for six weeks, at approximately 28 hours per week. This opportuni

ty will provide job training and access to experiential learning by engaging in real world, hands-on-learning experience beyond the classroom.

02/18/2026

Are you or a young adult you know looking to earn a valuable Google Cybersecurity certification?

The Stamford Young Adult Certification Program is offering a FREE cybersecurity course! 💻✨

Level up your future with in-person evening classes, personalized one-on-one career support, and a valuable industry-recognized certification.

Spots are filling up fast — sign up now! 🚀

For more information, contact Program Director Susan Lauria at [email protected]

or (203) 585-7811.

Scan the QR code to sign up or click the link below.

https://forms.gle/ktkh4nofdtsV9saD8

02/17/2026

🌟 Calling All Stamford Businesses! 🌟

Do you want the opportunity to make a real impact in a young student’s life? 💼✨

Partner with the Mayor’s Youth Employment Program (MYEP) and host a junior or senior for a 5-week summer internship!
As shared by our Mayor, , opening your doors gives students hands-on, real-world experience that can truly change the trajectory of their future — while strengthening Stamford’s workforce pipeline at the same time.

🤝 We can’t do this alone — but together, we can shape the next generation of leaders.

🔗 Sign up or donate here:
https://www.stamfordmyep.com/support-us

For questions, contact:
Michelle Lappas, Program Director
📧 [email protected]
📞 203-977-0830

✨ Invest in students today. Build Stamford’s future tomorrow.

01/24/2026

Today, our students completed their Security Guard Card training! 👏 After today, they’ll be certified and ready to work, helping protect people like you and me. 🔐 😊

But it doesn’t stop there. Our students will also be taking additional classes to continue building their skills, including CPR, handcuffing, pepper spray, active shooter training, and more! 🛡️

At the Stamford Young Adult Certification Program (in partnership with LJB Security Training and Consulting), we’re proud to offer these trainings at no cost to our students. SYACP supports Stamford young adults ages 18–25 by helping them get certified in high-demand fields like healthcare, security, and tech.

If you or someone you know is interested, sign up using the QR code or the link below! 👇
https://forms.gle/kR2Gz8UBBSQmNC7r5

01/08/2026

Why pursue a career in security? 🔐

A career in security is rewarding, in-demand, and offers real opportunities for growth. Most security jobs require a Guard Card, which can cost up to $1,000—but here’s the good news!

Through the Stamford Young Adult Certification Program (SYACP), you can earn your required security certifications 100% FREE, with a stipend included. 💰

That means you can earn while you learn and start your career without the upfront cost!

📲 To be contacted about upcoming courses, scan the QR code or click the link. https://forms.gle/X4fPfvaFZT3L35Yg6

📞 Questions? Contact Program Director Susan Lauria at (203) 585-7811 or [email protected].

01/05/2026

🚑 Your Free Pathway to Healthcare Starts Here!

The Stamford Young Adult Certification Program is now offering a FREE CNA certification in partnership with Excel Academy. Stamford young adults can gain the skills needed for a well paying, rewarding healthcare career at no cost!

📲 Scan the QR code or use the link to sign up and get contacted!

https://forms.gle/QesTjc7oH7LSbjH97

11/26/2025

🚀 At the Mayor’s Youth Employment Program, we don’t just place students in internships bur we prepare them for success.

Once students are accepted into MYEP, their résumés are personally reviewed and revised, and our Leadership Workshops teach them how to build a strong, professional résumé for future opportunities.

Here Are Out Top 4 Tips For An Outstanding Résumé:
✅ Show impact, not duties
✅ Tailor to each role
✅ Keep it clean & skimmable
✅ Highlight unique value (skills, awards, certifications)

💡 Our students leave with confidence, career-readiness skills, and a résumé that tells their story of impact.

💼 Want to host an intern this summer?
Gain motivated, prepared young talent.

👉 Click the link to learn more
https://lnkd.in/efSjWbP8
📧 [email protected]

Partner with us and help build Stamford’s future workforce. 🌟

11/14/2025

Thessiana Mesilus is such a star ⭐ and we are incredibly proud of how far she’s come.

A member of the MYEP Class of 2013, Thessiana interned at the Stamford Center for the Arts – Palace Theatre. She went on to earn a BS in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies from UConn and later a Master’s in Psychology from Lynn University 🎓.

MYEP helped her secure her first full-time administrative role at a theatre, where she gained exposure to leaders in the hospitality industry. That experience led to a six-year career with Marriott, expanded management skills, and opportunities in recruiting and HR. She eventually realized her true passion: leadership, talent development, and helping people grow 🌱.

After taking a leap into a junior recruiter role, Thessiana worked her way up and is now a Manager of Talent Acquisition at a staffing and HR agency.
We’re so proud to have played a part in her journey. MYEP continues to give students the skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to explore their passions.

If you want to give Stamford youth that same opportunity, don’t hesitate — scan the QR code or contact Michelle Lappas at [email protected]
to get involved!

11/12/2025

✨ Did You Know?

Youth employment programs are essential for so many reasons. Preparing our young people for the workforce strengthens our local economy, supports community safety, and helps create a fair, inclusive workplace for underprivileged students.

At the Mayor’s Youth Employment Program, we’re proud to have served over 1,014 students over the past 15 years — contributing more than 140,000 hours of paid work experience and 30,000 hours of work-readiness training.

⚠️But here’s the challenge: the cost of providing paid internships has increased by 64% since the program began.

💼 Join us in supporting our local youth!

You can make an impact by donating the cost of a student’s summer salary or hosting a student — just like our amazing community partners: Deloitte, Carmody Law LLC, Courtyard by Marriott, Aircastle, Gorilla Commerce, Sound Federal Credit Union, local non-profits, and city departments.

Together, we can continue building brighter futures for our youth! Scan the QR or contact Michelle Lappas at [email protected] for more information

10/28/2025

🎥⚠️ WARNING: Surveillance in progress — future security professionals at work!

We’re so proud to announce that our young adults are now officially Guard Card Certified! 🛡️ With this certification, students can pursue careers in security, loss prevention, and public safety, while also opening doors to future opportunities in law enforcement and related fields.

Our students came to us through the Stamford Young Adult Certification Program (SYACP), where they’ve earned certifications in Generative AI, Cybersecurity, and more! We worked one-on-one with each of them to create personalized plans for their future and identify the next steps to help them reach their goals.

Best of all, this Guard Card training was fully funded, meaning students didn’t have to pay out of pocket!

Are you or someone you know interested in kick-starting your future for free — while earning a $300 stipend and receiving a free personal laptop to keep after completing Level 1?

📲 Scan the QR code on the post or contact Susan Lauria at [email protected] or TEXT (203) 585-7811 to learn more!

Now our students are certified, confident, and ready to protect! 🚨💪

10/24/2025

💻 💰 The Stamford Young Adult Certification Program’s Nov–Dec courses are live!

Want to explore new careers, kick-start your future, and earn cash while you learn? SYACP offers FREE tech certifications for ages 18–24, one-on-one goal support, extra resources, and a free laptop to keep when you complete Level 1.

🤖 Generative AI starts Nov 6 — spots go fast!

Here’s what some students had to say about their experience with the course:

💬”Helped me gain an understanding of basic AI fundamentals to help me get started on learning AI and ML.”

💬”It helped me trust myself more with my work. I’ve been able to become more confident.”

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or use the link. Questions? Email [email protected] or TEXT (203) 585-7811.

❤️ And a big thank you to those who make these courses possible! Susan Laurie, Michelle Lappas, Lily-Suzanne Villanueva, Southern Connecticut State University

10/22/2025

Daniela Paredes has truly made a name for herself! 🌟

Daniela completed two summer internships with MYEP, working at the Stamford Government Center’s Probate Office and at Affinion Group. After that, Daniela returned to the program as a Program Facilitator, helping coordinate the very program she once participated in! From Program Facilitator to Enterprise Account Manager at Bloomberg, we couldn’t be prouder of how she’s taken the skills learned through MYEP and built an incredible career.

When asked what she enjoyed most about her time in MYEP, Daniela shared:
“I enjoyed gaining exposure to senior leaders at the organizations I interned with, as well as meeting students from other high schools in the district. Use this as an opportunity to start building your network!” 💬

Stories like Daniela’s are exactly why we do what we do. Her journey reminds us how powerful opportunity and mentorship can be. You can be part of this movement so help us empower the next generation of Stamford leaders!
If you’re interested in sponsoring or hosting a student, scan the QR code or reach out to Michelle Lappas at [email protected] to learn more.

-Mayor’s Youth Employment Program

10/16/2025

🍕 Happy Italian Heritage Month from the Stamford Youth Services Bureau!

Did you know that Stamford has one of the largest Italian-American populations in Connecticut? Italian immigrants first began settling in Stamford in the late 1800s, bringing with them strong traditions of family, food, and community. Today, their influence lives on through local favorites like our Italian restaurants, bakeries, and annual cultural events.

At the Stamford Youth Services Bureau, we’re proud to celebrate the contributions of our Italian-American residents and the students who continue to honor their heritage through hard work, leadership, and community involvement.

Buon Italian Heritage Month! 💚🤍❤️

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888 Washington Boulevard
Stamford, CT
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Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm
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Sunday	8am - 4pm

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http://stamfordmyep.wix.com/myep

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