Summer Youth Intern

Overview

The Liberty County Board of Commissioners is soliciting young men and young women to participate in its 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). This is a fun and engaging program that mirrors the “real-world” experience in the workplace. The Program will operate for five weeks starting June
1. Participants will work Monday through Friday, four hours a day (typically 8:00 am – 12:00 pm). Each participant will be compensated at $9.50 per hour. All students who complete the submission requirements by the March 27 deadline will be requested to attend the interview on Saturday, April 18 between 9 am - 1 pm. Selected interns will be required to attend an orientation with their parent/guardian on Thursday, May 14 at 5:30 pm.

Additional information about the program is provided below.

• Submit an application via the Liberty County career portal ertycountyga.gov >
  Job Opportunities.
• The first step of the application process is to upload your resume, so have that ready before you begin. Here is a guide for you to use: click to view sample.
• You are also required to upload your most recent SCHOOL REPORT CARD through the "Upload Cover Letter" button.
• If you have any questions or issues regarding the application process, please contact hr or .

Final date to receive applications: 5:00 PM on Friday, March 27, 2026

• Final date to receive applications – Friday, March 27
• Interview Date – Saturday, April 18 (9am - 1pm)
• Selection Notifications - April 29 to May 8
• Intern/Parent Orientation – Thursday, May 14
• 5-Week Employment Period – Monday, June 1 to Thursday, July 2 (8am - 12pm, Monday - Friday, except June 19)
• Field Trip - Friday, June 26
• Graduation – Thursday, July 2

• Eligibility:
  High School Student aged 14-18 during the 2025/26 School Year (can be a rising freshman).
• Live and attend school in Liberty County, GA.
• Minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Reliable transportation to and from job sites.
• Committed to attend all five (5) weeks of the program.

About the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP):
The Liberty County Summer Youth Employment Program is designed to serve as a true learning experience, with targeted lessons about how to obtain, keep employment and thrive in the workforce. The Program carefully strategizes ways to ensure the youth of Liberty County will gain valuable workforce experience working in jobs aimed at cultivating their professional and personal career aspirations.

The Summer Youth Employment Program will offer the community’s youth an opportunity to participate in a summer program designed to increase knowledge and provide hands-on experiences that promote employment readiness. The Program’s curriculum will span five weeks and will combine both an educational and job experience component.

Those wishing to participate in the Summer Youth Employment Program will navigate an application process designed to mimic ‘real world’ application experiences. Applicants will initially apply and interview with Liberty County. During this process, applicants will be evaluated on their writing abilities, appearance, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Once enrolled, participants will receive education through the Life Skills Workshop component focusing on employment skills including attire and appearance, presentation, timeliness, interaction with coworkers, verbal and nonverbal communication, job commitment, phone and social media usage. Topics will be reinforced with professionals who will act as guest speakers. Work experience will be gained through employment opportunities provided by County government department heads.

During participation in the SYEP, participants will also prepare a presentation outlining their learning experiences. Following the completion of their employment, participants will write thank-you cards to County department heads expressing gratitude for the opportunity of hands-on experience.