UK Youth Summer Jobs Programme
UK Youth
Applications for this cycle have closed
This programme usually runs again each year — keep an eye out for the next round, or explore what's live now.
Want paid summer work that actually boosts your CV and confidence? Join UK Youth’s six-week paid placement to build employability skills, improve wellbeing and get on-the-job support from a dedicated youth worker—real workplace experience across England and Wales.
The UK Youth Summer Jobs Programme offers young people aged 16-20 who are at risk of violence a six-week paid work placement designed to build employability skills, self-confidence and improve wellbeing and mental health. Each participant is supported throughout the placement by a dedicated youth worker who helps with on-the-job support and personal development.
The programme works with employers across England and Wales to place young people in real workplaces over the summer. Since 2024 over 800 young people have taken part and the programme reports positive employer and participant feedback, including examples of participants moving into permanent roles with placement providers.
Planning is underway for the 2026 programme, which aims to support around 900 young people and expand into further locations. The programme partners with local delivery organisations and employers to deliver placements and on-site support.
Dates from the previous cycle — new dates are announced when applications reopen.
2026 programme cycle
Location
- Must be aged between 16 and 20
- Targeted at young people who are at risk of violence
Paid six-week work placements (specific pay amount not stated). Additional support provided via a dedicated youth worker during the placement.
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