For over 50 years ABCD has offered summer jobs to youth throughout the City of Boston. Year-Round youth jobs program provide a continuation of services for hundreds of youth.

ABCD is offering multiple school year programs for youth between the ages of 18-24 – please check back here for up to date information on current offerings

WorkSMART: WorkSMART – currently no longer accepting applications for WorkSMART; encourage youth to apply for SummerWorks.
Career Explorations: Open to out of school youth ages 18-24. Students receive training/certification in Early Childhood Education, Culinary and Home Health Certification. 8 week internships available.
HOPES: Open to court involved 18-24 year old’s interested in Culinary Arts. Hands on training on job placements available.

Create Your Account

To apply for all programs, you must first create your account.

After activating your account (check your email), you can sign in to start your application. Please be prompt about completing your application.

Youth Services Online Application will close as social distancing guidelines
dictate. Youth must be age of 18-24 as of July 1st. If you will be turning
18 or 24 on or after this date, you may still apply and be eligible to work.

If you are looking to apply for Summerworks

If you already registered, sign in to check the status of your application.

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