Making Opportunity Count Inc·Fitchburg, Massachusetts
Participants will work up to 20 hours per week in various offices and departments to develop professional skills. Responsibilities vary by placement but focus on career exploration and development.
The Summer Youth Worker position is part of the Teen Summer Employment Program. Participants are matched with local employers and receive career readiness training, mentoring, and ongoing support to develop job skills, explore career pathways, and access resources that support both academic and personal growth. The program offers paid summer employment, with participants working up to 20 hours per week on weekdays. Positions are based in Fitchburg and Leominster MA, depending on placement.
MOC’s mission is to empower families to achieve economic security by eliminating barriers and creating opportunities. To alleviate poverty, we deliver a variety of services including childcare, education, workforce development, nutrition, health, and community and housing support.
Making Opportunity Count Summer Youth Worker (SYW) position through our Jobs4Youth program is designed to promote career development, exploration, and professionalism skills for young people. The program offers a three-month paid summer employment experience for 14 - 24 years old. There are various offices and departments for SYW. This is temporary work available from June – August.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Making Opportunity Count is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Market context
In Massachusetts, Summer Youth Worker roles are typically seasonal and can draw interest from candidates who can commit to pre-summer training and the full summer schedule. These positions are competitive because they require age eligibility, dependable transportation, and consistent availability, while offering benefits such as professional development, employee discounts, pet insurance, tuition remission, and student loan forgiveness assistance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your transportation plan and training availability before applying.