New York Youth Jobs Program
A New York State credit for hiring and keeping young workers.
Overview
New York offers a credit to employers who hire qualified young people and keep them employed. Employers apply to be certified before claiming, and the credit grows with retention. It is one of the clearest examples of a state program that rewards good hiring practices you already follow.
Who qualifies
- Employers with a New York business presence
- Young workers who meet the program's age and eligibility rules
- Full-time or qualifying part-time positions
- Employers certified through the state before claiming
How much is available
Credit amounts vary by full-time or part-time status and by how long the employee stays. Because the state updates these figures, we model your estimate from your own hiring plan.
Required documentation
- Employer certification application
- Employee eligibility certification
- Hire dates, hours and retention records
- State-issued approval letters
Important deadlines
- Employer certification windows open on a state schedule
- Employee certifications are due shortly after hire
- Retention milestones are tracked through the year
How the process runs
Get certified
We handle the employer application with the state.
Certify your hires
Each eligible young worker is submitted on time.
Track retention
Milestones are monitored so nothing lapses.
Claim the credit
Documentation is delivered for your New York filing.
Examples from the field
Retail chain in Western New York
Seasonal youth hiring was already happening — certification turned it into a credit.
Hospitality group
Retention bonuses aligned neatly with the program's milestone structure.
Common questions
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