Employment, training and support for job seekers 30 years old or younger.
If you’re a job seeker 30 years old or younger and looking for work, need support to start your own business, or need career guidance and counselling, JVS Toronto has the youth employment services to help. Our youth employment programs offer paid training opportunities, work placements, skill-building workshops, and 1-on-1 employment counselling and job search support.
We offer programs for high school students and post-secondary grads, young entrepreneurs, and youth not in school who are looking to enter the workforce. Take a look at our programs below to find how we can help you take the next step in your career.
Youth Job Connection (YJC)
Get the employment skills and training you need to get a job
If you’re facing challenges finding a job or keeping a job, Youth Job Connection will help you get the training, education or experience needed to access employment opportunities and get hired.
You will get:
- 60 hours of paid pre-employment training
- Job matching and paid job placements
- Mentorship
- Education and work transition support
Are you eligible?
- 15-29 years old
- Unemployed
- Not in school full-time or in training
To find out if YJC is right for you, please complete this form.
Youth Entrepreneurship Program (YEP)
Start a business you’re passionate about! This highly focused six-month program will help you launch your own business and gain meaningful entrepreneurship skills by working with a skilled business consultant.
You will get:
- Create a professional Business Plan
- Receive up to $4,000 to launch your business
- Learn Financial Management and Marketing skills
- Learn about the legal aspects of business management
Are you eligible?
- Have graduated high school
- live in Ontario
- Not enrolled in post-secondary school
- Have not received any previous business start-up funding
For more information, please complete this form.
Toronto Youth Job Corps (TYJC)
5 weeks paid employment preparation program
If you are between the ages of 15-30, not enrolled in school, and out of work, TYJC can help! This program connects you to the workplace through real-world experience that also identifies employment options, workplace skills, and training opportunities that will ensure future success.
You will get:
- 5 weeks of pre-employment engagement using a combination of paid activities including in-class workshops and a group-based community project that simulates a work environment
- 8-16 weeks paid work placement that matches your skills and interests
- One-to-one employment coaching to get and keep a job, and also advance within a company about the legal aspects of business management
For more info, complete this form or call/text us at 647-453-8304.
Youth Reach
One-to-one job search support and employment counselling
Youth Reach serves youth who’ve had personal challenges in life, including those who have experienced or are vulnerable to experiencing conflict with the law. Participants are provided with a variety of engaging services designed to build workplace skills and also enhance their employability and lifelong earning potential.
You will get:
- Customized exploration of workplace skills, interests and job opportunities
- Resume writing, interview preparation and job search assistance
- Access to training and education programs
- Connections to appropriate programs and services
- Employment supports such as transportation fare, clothing and work tools
Are you eligible?
- 15-30 years old
- Live in Toronto, Scarborough or York Region
- Experiencing personal challenges to obtaining employment including conflict with the law
- Unemployed and looking for work
For more information, please complete this form or call/text the location closest to you.
- Toronto: 416-802-3960
- Scarborough: 416-320-5953
- York Region North: 905-713-6244 (Georgina, East Gwillimbury, Newmarket, Aurora, King)
- York Region South: 647-462-8117 (Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Whitchurch-Stouffville)
Professional Engagement for Access to Careers (PEAC)
An Innovative Employment Program for Recent Grads
Career support program for job seekers, ages 18 – 29, who have graduated from college or university in the last 3 years.
Plan your career path and find a job:
- Explore career options
- Job search support
- Networking strategy
- How to market yourself to employers
- Building resilience for a job search
- 1-on-1 resume and cover letter advice
- Mentorship
For more info or to register, please complete this form.
Newcomer Youth: Connections for Success (NYCS)
New to Canada? In high school? Thinking about a future career?
This is the program for you! Explore career opportunities and gain valuable employment skills for the Canadian workplace with Newcomer Youth: Connections for Success.
You will get:
- Career exploration
- Information about colleges and universities in Canada
- An understanding of educational financial planning options
- Access to volunteer opportunities related to potential careers
- Connections with mentors
- Special workshops for girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
Joining NYCS is easy! If you’re 14 to 18 years old, please complete this form or call 416-633-1241.
Simplify Your Job Search with Free Youth Employment Help in Toronto and York Region.
Finding youth employment opportunities can be difficult, but with the right employment services, paid training, career counselling and skills enhancement, young people can find employment and live successful lives.
At JVS Toronto, we’re committed to helping everyone, from high school students to recent grads, find fulfilling employment. For more information on our programs or free youth employment help, contact us today!
