"Just Take One" — Hire A Summer Youth Employee "Young Workers . . . Future Leaders" The Department of Employment Services’ (DOES) Passport-to-Work Summer Youth Employment Program has a workforce of more than 13,000 pre-screened, prepared students-- bursting with enthusiasm and eager to help your business perform at peak efficiency while your permanent staff is away on vacation.  The savings are unquestionable. Your gains are abundant.  A  temporary youth worker allows you to forgo expensive recruitment costs and is available to work up to 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, at the federal minimum wage rate. Tap into the labor resource that the DOES Summer Youth Program provides.  It is a sensible solution to your summer workforce needs.  The program begins in June 2008 and ends August 2008. Become a DOES Summer Youth Program partner. Consider the opportunities. Imagine the possibilities. Contact us today at: DC Department of Employment Services Office of Youth Programs Passport-to-Work Summer Youth Employment Program 625 H Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 (202) 698-3492 Or simply complete and return the workforce commitment agreement*