The Department of Workforce Development
Invites Bermudian High School and College / University Students
To Register and Apply for the
Youth Employment Programmes
What are the benefits? Why should I apply?
- This meaningful work opportunity promises to enhance your personal, professional, learning and career development.
- You will be able to engage and broaden your professional networks to potentially launch you into the career field of your choice.
- This is a paid summer opportunity that will bridge the gap between your academic learning and career.
Which of the Youth Employment Programmes (YEP) am I eligible for?
There are two options to consider.
Summer Internship Programme (SIP)
This is for High School students or those will graduate from high school in 2024 and are between 16 years of age and no older than 18 years of age as of July 1, 2024.
Summer Employment Programme (SEP).
This is for College or University students, who are between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age. Students must be enrolled as a full-time student as of January, 2024.
How do I apply for the programme I am eligible for?
The below sections will help you to complete the process and successfully submit a completed application.
SECTION A: Guidance Notes and Student Checklist - All Applicants
Read them very carefully and use the checklist to help you to keep organised.
It may look like a lot at first, but don’t worry, you can do it! Take it one step at a time.
Youth Employment Programmes Guidance Notes
Youth Employment Programmes Student Checklist
Section B: YEP Application Form – All Applicants
This must be filled out by all applicants, no matter if you are an SIP or an SEP candidate.
Youth Employment Programmes Application Form Link
Section C: Summer Internship Programme Payroll Documentation
If you are an SIP candidate, please fill this out. This will be essential for students who are selected for a placement, to ensure wages are paid.
Student Internship Programme Payroll Documentation
Section D: Summer Employment Programme Payroll Documentation
If you are an SEP candidate, please fill this out. This will be essential for students who are selected for a placement, to ensure wages are paid.
(If you do not have local health insurance, please fill out pages 7 and 8 and email youthemployment@gov.bm)
Summer Employment Programme Payroll Documentation
SIP and SEP Job Applications will be open on The Bermuda Job Board (www.bermudajobboard.bm) from February 7, 2024 to February 23, 2024.
We look forward to receiving your application!
If you have any questions, please email youthemployment@gov.bm and one of our team members will be in contact to assist you.
Thank you for your time!
The Department of Workforce Development