MYEP Applicants Must/Should: 

o Be in high school at the time of their MYEP application  

o 2.8 Unweighted GPA

• Math I and ELA test scores of 3, 4 or 5; 8th grade EOG scores can be used for 2022-23.

o Be at least 16 years old on or before April 15th, 2023

o If the 16th birthday is after April 15th, 2023 then a student may apply next year​

o Complete the Job & Career Readiness Training prior to submitting a MYEP application

o Provide their Social Security number (to be used for a criminal background check and employment eligibility)

o Be eligible for employment in the U.S.  

o Agree to have the MYEP request a criminal background check (must sign consent form)

o If the applicant is under 18 years old, the parent/guardian will also have to sign consent

o Agree to allow the MYEP to photograph and/or video/record (must sign consent form)

o If the applicant is under 18 years old, the parent/guardian will also have to sign consent

o Prior to the start of an internship or job, applicants will be given instructions to complete a background check     and drug screen within a set time frame and must test negative for controlled substances/drugs

o At the time of the drug screen, the applicant will need to present current photo identification (such as a school     photo ID, NC ID, or driver’s license)  

 MYEP Acceptance/Placement Requirements: 

o Commit to working an average of 25 hours per week for a 6-week work-based experience (for a total of 150 hours) between June 19th-August 4th 2023

o An average of 25 hours per week must be completed for the 6-week program dates to fulfill a total of 150             hours of work  

o It is expected that the MYEP will be a priority during the 6-week commitment to a Host Employer to allow             for completion of the required hours  

o The assigned Host Employer will determine the work schedule directly with the participant based on the               employer’s need and business hours

o A Host Employer or the MYEP may terminate a participant if they are not fulfilling their commitment to                 prioritize their placement and to work the expected hours/schedule  

o If an applicant has a conflict that cannot be missed (such as college orientation) within the program dates,           they will need to notify the MYEP team prior to placement (and also coordinate with their Host Employer after       being notified of their placement)  

o Agree to be paid at a rate of $10/hour for a minimum of 150 hours of work

o Practice professional etiquette in all communication with the MYEP team and Host Employers, including               phone and email communication

o Be responsive to MYEP and Host Employer outreach, including phone calls, voicemails, and emails

o Contact the MYEP team immediately if any contact information needs to be updated (including mailing                   address, phone number, email)

o Understand that if the MYEP team or Host Employers cannot easily reach an applicant, that applicant will miss     placement opportunities or other important information that could impact MYEP eligibility  

o Follow all expectations, policies, dress code, and duties of the Host Employer and understand that if not in             compliance, the participant could be terminated from employment and the MYEP  

o Practice professional conduct at all times at the workplace and understand that if not in compliance, the               participant could be terminated from employment and the MYEP  

o Note: a decision to opt-out of an internship or job placement is considered a withdrawal from the MYEP for the     current cycle 

MYEP participants are motivated high school students who are recommended to the program by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) Career Development Coordinators (CDCs). 80-100 students will be accepted to this program. Students must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for the program: 

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