SYEP - Meriden Camp Counselor 2026

## 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.

## Qualifications

**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**
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• | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
• | **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***