Youth Works Applications Due Before May 31st
First Step
Complete the Youth Application Form
Eligibility Details
https://youthworksdata.org/aboutyouthworks.asp?key=key1s&yw=MassHireBerkshire (Link opens in a new window).
The Youth Works program serves a wide range of participants in terms of ages, levels of career awareness, and goals. Youth Works consists of three specific tiers: Service and Project-based Learning for 14-15-year-olds, Early and Career Trajectory Experiences for 16-21-year-olds, and Career Pathway Training and Support for 18-25-year-olds. The table below outlines the service strategy for the tiers.
Second Step
Complete the Paper Application
To complete the enrollment, all youth must complete a paper application which includes additional payroll documents, signatures, work permit info, and submitting eligibility docs. (If you are unable to access a paper application through your school or through the Career Center, contact MassHire directly and they will mail you an application)
- Applications are available at MassHire Berkshire Career Center, 160 North Street Pittsfield, Ma.
We are available to assist youth with applications on Tuesday and Wednesday 2:30-4
Documents to bring: Photo ID, Social Security, Income and Work permit/ birth certificate if under 18
Third Step
Placement in a Tier!
Youth Works Age, Stage and Path Model
| Tier 1- Service and Project-Based Learning | Tier 2- Early and Career-Trajectory Experiences | Tier 3- Career Pathway Training and Support |
| 14-15-year-old participants Work Readiness: June 27-July 1 Mon -Fri 10-2 PBL : July 5th-August 26 Berkshire Community College STEAM Program, and Childcare placements Paid Minimum Wage | 16-21-year-old participants Work Readiness: June 27-July 1 Mon-Fri 2-4 Work Strat Date: July 5- August 26 Paid Minimum Wage Over 30 Worksites to choose from! Cycle 2 Period: Sept. - May 40-300 program hours | 18-25-year-old participants Work Readiness: June 21-23, 11-1 Work start date: July 5th-August 26 Paid Minimum wage Over 30 worksites to choose from including Micro Career Pathway Courses! Cycle 2 Period: Sept. - May 40-320 program hours |
For more information, contact:
Kelly Groves-Skrocki
Youth Services Coordinator MassHire Berkshire Career Center
160 North Street Pittsfield, Ma 01201
413-499-2220 Extension 145