How to Apply
STEP 1
View the Program Matrix below and select the program or programs you’re interested in.
STEP 2
Complete your application or email the appropriate contact depending on your program of interest.
STEP 3
Interview if required or wait for information from the appropriate point of contact for next steps.
STEP 4
Begin your journey by going through orientation and starting your program.
Program Matrix
| Program | Application Method | Timeline | Eligibility | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Apprenticeship | Cohort-based; apply on the City of Atlanta website when positions open. | Varies by business need. | 18+ years old. | City of Atlanta Jobs |
| SYEP (Summer Youth Employment) | Apply on the City of Atlanta website. | Feb – mid-Mar (each year). | Rising HS juniors/seniors in Metro Atlanta. | City of Atlanta SYEP |
| College Internship Program | Apply on the City of Atlanta website. | Jan – Mar (each year). | 1+ year of college; GPA 2.5+. | Internship Listings |
| Mentorship Program | Participants auto-enrolled; mentors respond to annual call or email. | Annual call for mentors. | All ATL Workforce participants; mentors are ATL professionals. | atlworkforce@atl.com |
| Teacher Externship | Email request (30–45 days in advance). | Rolling (space limited). | K–12 educators. | atlworkforce@atl.com |
| Youth Apprenticeship | Through school Work-Based Learning Coordinator/Counselor or City of Atlanta website. | Rolling; based on organizational needs. | APS, Clayton, or Fulton Co. students; trade-aligned preference. | School WBL Coordinator · City site |
| Tours Program | Clayton 10th grade tours via CTAE; others via Community Affairs. | Aug – Mar; twice monthly. | Clayton 10th graders (auto); others by request. | CTAE Coordinator · Community Affairs |
| HS/College Innovation | No public application; CTAE selects participants; faculty email coordinator. | Four cohorts per school year. | 10th grade + college; school-selected. | Youth Program Coordinator (Nadia Bradford) |
