SYEP - Meriden Camp Counselor 2026
Job Description
The CT Summer Youth Employment Program is intended to provide early work experiences for young people ages 14-24 that may not otherwise have this opportunity. There are limited opportunities available in the summer youth program. Please note that completing this application does not guarantee a placement. Application must be completed in full without omissions for consideration. Please provide/upload a copy of all required documents - social security card, birth certificate, picture ID.
Eligibility Requirements for State Funding
- 14-24 years old as of July 1, 2026
- Must reside or attend school in Meriden, CT
- Eligible for Free or Reduced School Meals Program (Meriden Public School Students are eligible for Free Lunch)
- or Family Income within 185% of Poverty Income Levels
- or a member of a family that receives Food Stamps
- or applicant is a foster child
- or at least 18 years old and lives at home, but receives less than 50% support for family (must be documented)
- or If youth has a documented disability he/she is counted as a family of 1 and only applicant’s income is counted
Income levels for possible 2026 State Summer Jobs Funding
STATE Funds-185% Poverty Income Levels
*Levels of funding subject to change 4/1/2025
|
Family Size |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
|
|
$27,861 |
$37,814 |
$47,767 |
$57,720 |
$67,673 |
$77,626 |
$87,579 |
$97,532 |
$107,485 |
Family size over 9-add $9,953 per family member