MSYEP students are paid minimum wage by the City of Cambridge. During Summer 2022, MSYEP students will be paid $14.25 per hour.
Students can miss no more than one week of the program.
A variety of work experiences are available, including:
- Working with senior citizens
- Working with children in camps, daycares, or preschool programs
- Peer leadership and support
- Arts, theater, and music
- Office / Library work
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
- Media / web production
- Landscaping and outdoor maintenance
- Physical fitness
- Academic enrichment
Students indicate the kind of work they are interested in on their MSYEP application, but they are not guaranteed a placement in their area of interest.
During Summer 2022, most work sites will be running in-person programs.