City seeks applicants for Summer Youth Internships

The City of Pensacola is offering paid internship opportunities for eligible youth ages 16-24 through the City of Pensacola Summer Youth Intern Program. Internships are available in a variety of city departments and promote career development while providing paid on-the-job work experience.

The Summer Youth Intern Program will run Friday, May 31 through Friday, Jul. 26. Interns may work up to a maximum of 20 hours per week. Applications are due Monday, Apr. 1 at 4 p.m.

Click here to download the 2024 Summer Youth Intern Application.

To be considered for the Summer Youth Intern Program, participants must meet the following requirements:

  • Be an Escambia County resident with proof of address.
  • Be 16-24 years old at the time of enrollment.
  • If under the age of 18, the applicant must have parental/guardian consent to be considered for participation.
    Provide a letter of recommendation.
  • Complete job readiness preparatory training class on Friday, May 31.
  • Not have any felony convictions.
  • Meet hiring criteria of the temporary employment agency.
  • Submit a completed application by the Monday, Apr. 1 deadline.
    • Participating city departments include:
      • Developmental Services
      • Finance
      • Human Resources
      • Pensacola Airport
      • Pensacola Energy
      • Pensacola Police
      • Port of Pensacola
      • Public Information Office
      • Public Works
      • And more!

Applications are due Monday, Apr. 1 at 4 p.m. Please email applications and supporting documents to kpowell@cityofpensacola.com, mail or hand-deliver to the Neighborhood Services Office, located at City Hall, 222 W. Main St.

The City of Pensacola Summer Youth Intern Program was created to provide an opportunity for participants to gain meaningful work experience designed to prepare them for today’s workforce. A limited number of eligible applicants will be selected and offered a position.

For more information about the Summer Youth Intern Program, visit the Summer Youth Intern Section on our website.

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