Denver Youth Employment Summer Program (DYEP)
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Interest Application
Thank you for filling out the Denver Youth Employment Program Summer 2026 Interest Application! We're excited that you are interested in a work experience through DYEP this summer! Please complete the form below. It will take about 15 minutes to fill out.
When we receive your form, we will contact you if you are selected for an interview.
Make sure to check your email and voicemail regularly so you don’t miss any important information or action items.
If you have any questions please send an email to DYEP@dpsk12.org.
Important: Completing this application is not a guarantee of a placement this summer. You must be at least 14 years old and no older than 21 years old by June 1st, 2025 and meet other requirements to be eligible.
Applicant Contact Information
Applicant Legal First Name
Applicant Legal Last Name
Email
Please provide an email address that you use and check regularly.
Confirm Email
Please confirm your email address
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Birthdate
Phone
Street
Example: 1413 Broadway Street Apt #213
City
State
Zip/Postal Code
Would you prefer or need to work with a Spanish speaking employer?
Please select...
Yes
No
How did you hear about this program?
DYEP Flyer
From peers
Social Media
DYEP Website
Family & Friends
DYEP Staff
Referral from School or Community
Other
If Other, please explain
If Referral from School or Community, please include their name
Basic Eligibility
To participate in DYEP, the eligibility criteria requires you must meet the following: Live in Denver, be enrolled in school, be 14-21 years old, and must provide proof of low-income eligibility by meeting one of the low-income qualifications listed below.
Please provide the following information to us to help us assess your eligibility. If you have any questions about eligibility, please reach out to DYEP@dpsk12.org
Did you participate in the summer DYEP program in the years listed below? Check all that apply:
Summer 2025
Summer 2024
Summer 2023
Summer 2022
None
Are you a DPS student?
Please select...
Yes
No
Are you a Denver resident?
Please select...
Yes
No
Are you able to provide proof of enrollment of a middle/high school or postsecondary education institution?
Please select...
Yes
No
Is the middle/high school or postsecondary education institution located in the city Denver?
Please select...
Yes
No
Not Eligible
You are not eligible for the DYEP program at this time.
Gender Identity
Please select...
Male
Female
Non-binary
Ethnicity
Please select...
American Indian/Alaskan Native
Asian
Black (not Hispanic)
Hispanic
Multiple
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
White (not hispanic)
DPS Student Lunch ID (Student ID #)
Applicant School
Name of the school that you attend
Proof of identification and work eligibility. Select ALL DOCUMENTS YOU HAVE AND CAN SHOW DURING ENROLLMENT.
NOTE: Youth participants must be able to present these documents in person during the formal onboarding process to show their identity and authorization to work.
1st Proof of Identification and Work Eligibility
Government Issued Id or Driver's License
Social Security Card
U.S. Passport
U.S. Birth Certificate
Permanent Resident Card
Employment Authorization Card
School ID Card
None
2nd Proof of Identification
and Work Eligibility
Government Issued Id or Driver's License
Social Security Card
U.S. Passport
U.S. Birth Certificate
Permanent Resident Card
Employment Authorization Card
School ID Card
None
Identification Error Message
Do you have documentation of an economic barrier? Check all items that apply below:
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Letter
Medicaid Card or Document showing Medicaid Recipient
Free and Reduced Lunch Letter for Participant or Family Member
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Letter
Other
None
Not Eligible
You are not eligible for the DYEP program at this time.
Other Economic Barrier Proof:
Parent/Guardian Information
Parent/Guardian Name
Parent/Guardian Email
Parent/Guardian Phone
Work Experience Options
All DYEP work experiences this year will be in-person/on-site, working in-person with an employer and their organization for 110 hours with the ability to earn approximately $2,121.90 in wages.
Youth 18+ must complete a background check if working with your youth under 18. Your employer or DYEP can support covering the cost of this background check for eligible youth.
Job Type
Please rank the top four job categories you would be interested in interviewing for:
Please note: Not all selections will be available for DYEP participants.
Job Category Preference
Please select...
Select Job Category Preferences
Any/No Preference
1st Choice
Education (teaching)
Health Care and Human Services (Nursing, Fitness Trainer, Psychologist)
Public Safety and Service (EMT, Law, Police)
Agriculture (Gardening, Water Quality)
Energy and Natural Resources (Clean and alternative energy, enviornmental protection)
Construction (Architecture, Trades)
Advanced Manufacturing (Engineering, Robotics)
Supply Chain and Transportation (auto repair, aviation and aerospace)
Hospitality, Events and Tourism (culinary and food service, hotel)
Arts, Entertainment and Design (graphic design, photography, lighting and sound, media production)
Financial Services (banking, accounting)
Management and Entrepreneurship (starting a business, managing a business and managing projects)
Digital Technology (IT, cybersecurity, software development)
Marketing and Sales (marketing and advertising, sales rep)
2nd Choice
Education (teaching)
Health Care and Human Services (Nursing, Fitness Trainer, Psychologist)
Public Safety and Service (EMT, Law, Police)
Agriculture (Gardening, Water Quality)
Energy and Natural Resources (Clean and alternative energy, enviornmental protection)
Construction (Architecture, Trades)
Advanced Manufacturing (Engineering, Robotics)
Supply Chain and Transportation (auto repair, aviation and aerospace)
Hospitality, Events and Tourism (culinary and food service, hotel)
Arts, Entertainment and Design (graphic design, photography, lighting and sound, media production)
Financial Services (banking, accounting)
Management and Entrepreneurship (starting a business, managing a business and managing projects)
Digital Technology (IT, cybersecurity, software development)
Marketing and Sales (marketing and advertising, sales rep)
3rd Choice
Education (teaching)
Health Care and Human Services (Nursing, Fitness Trainer, Psychologist)
Public Safety and Service (EMT, Law, Police)
Agriculture (Gardening, Water Quality)
Energy and Natural Resources (Clean and alternative energy, enviornmental protection)
Construction (Architecture, Trades)
Advanced Manufacturing (Engineering, Robotics)
Supply Chain and Transportation (auto repair, aviation and aerospace)
Hospitality, Events and Tourism (culinary and food service, hotel)
Arts, Entertainment and Design (graphic design, photography, lighting and sound, media production)
Financial Services (banking, accounting)
Management and Entrepreneurship (starting a business, managing a business and managing projects)
Digital Technology (IT, cybersecurity, software development)
Marketing and Sales (marketing and advertising, sales rep)
4th Choice
Education (teaching)
Health Care and Human Services (Nursing, Fitness Trainer, Psychologist)
Public Safety and Service (EMT, Law, Police)
Agriculture (Gardening, Water Quality)
Energy and Natural Resources (Clean and alternative energy, enviornmental protection)
Construction (Architecture, Trades)
Advanced Manufacturing (Engineering, Robotics)
Supply Chain and Transportation (auto repair, aviation and aerospace)
Hospitality, Events and Tourism (culinary and food service, hotel)
Arts, Entertainment and Design (graphic design, photography, lighting and sound, media production)
Financial Services (banking, accounting)
Management and Entrepreneurship (starting a business, managing a business and managing projects)
Digital Technology (IT, cybersecurity, software development)
Marketing and Sales (marketing and advertising, sales rep)
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Where are you willing to commute to for a job opportunity?
Select 2 areas
of town that you are willing to work in and are able to get to using public transportation.
1st Commute Choice
Far Northeast (
Montbello/GVR/Gateway/DIA Area)
Near Northeast (
Park Hill/Stapleton/Central Park)
Central (
Five Points/Globville Elyria-Swansea/Rhino/Capital Hill)
Northwest (
Globville/Sunnyside/Sloan’s Lake)
Southwest (
Athmar/Barnum/Harvey/Westwood)
Southeast (
Hampden/Montclair/Washington Park)
2nd Commute Choice
Far Northeast
(
Montbello/GVR/Gateway/DIA Area)
Near Northeast
(
Park Hill/Stapleton/Central Park)
Central
(
Five Points/Globville Elyria-Swansea/Rhino/Capital Hill)
Northwest
(
Globville/Sunnyside/Sloan’s Lake)
Southwest (
Athmar/Barnum/Harvey/Westwood)
Southeast (
Hampden/Montclair/Washington Park)
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Banking Information
DYEP encourages participants to have a bank account. Which of the following best describes your current banking situation?
NOTE: Cash app is not considered an accepted form of banking.
Do you have a bank account?
Please select...
Yes
No
Please select the bank account(s) you currently have:
Checking
Savings
Are you planning on opening a bank account?
Please select...
Yes
No
DYEP Roadmap
Below is a visual flow chart outlining the process if you are selected to participate in DYEP 2026
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