Minneapolis Promise Brochure (PDF)

STEP-UP Summer Jobs Program


STEP-UP
is a summer job program for Minneapolis youth ages 14-21. Youth must complete a competitive application process and work readiness training to be considered for a position with the STEP-UP program. Youth ages 14 and 15 are offered a first job experience and matched with positions at non-profits. Youth ages 16-21 are matched with jobs in private businesses, government and education.

For other questions about STEP-UP refer to Frequently Asked Questions in English, Hmong, Spanish, Somali, or contact Tammy Dickinson at (612) 673-5041.

View a slideshow of the 2009 STEP-UP Interns

Job Seekers

STEP-UP youth also participate in educational workshops on finances, careers and leadership.

Check back in the fall for the 2011 STEP-UP application.

For Companies Interested in Hiring

  • To provide a job for a 14 or 15 year-old youth at your non-profit organization (youth wages are paid by the STEP-UP program), you will need to complete a worksite application form. Contact Tammy Dickinson, (612) 673-5041, for more information.
  • To hire a 16-21 year-old youth at your business, contact Kristen Donaldson at (612) 455-1565.

Online information from the City of Minneapolis at www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/cped
Updated July 30, 2010