Youth ages 18-30 can apply to Long Beach Public Service Corps

The City is now accepting applications through June 9 for the Long Beach Public Services Corps (LBPSC) program from residents 18 to 30 years old interested in public service.

The LBPSC is a civic service initiative designed to develop successful career paths in public service for diverse, local talent. Fellows will receive opportunities to obtain hands-on work experience, insight into city government, career development and more.

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“The Long Beach Public Service Corps is about service, leadership and opportunity,” said Mayor Rex Richardson in a public statement. “We are creating pathways for young people to serve their community, contribute to meaningful work in City government, and build long-term careers in public service. This program is helping shape the next generation of civic leaders in Long Beach.”

The program is expected to hire approximately 30 fellows and is available to current undergraduate and graduate seniors enrolled at Cal State Long Beach or Cal State Dominguez Hills and recent graduates of those universities who reside in Long Beach. However, priority will be given to current students, particularly ones facing hardship when seeking employment.

This year’s hiring cycle will introduce the fourth cohort as the LBPSC established the program in November 2023. The Department of Economic Development & Opportunity is in charge of running the LBPSC.

Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson introduces the inaugural class of the Long Beach Public Service Corps to the public during the 2024 State of the City address at the Long Beach Terrace Theater on Jan. 9, 2023. (Richard H. Grant | Signal Tribune)

Due to prior cohorts’ financial struggles, the program may offer supportive services, such as transportation or professional clothing assistance, to help fellows give their full participation. They will also receive a $23 hourly wage for a maximum of 800 hours during the 2026-27 academic year.

Funding for the program comes from a $2.5 million grant from the California Volunteers, Office of the Governor #CaliforniansForAll Youth Jobs Corps Initiative.

Those interested in learning more and applying for a position can visit the Department of Economic Development & Opportunity website at longbeach.gov/psc or contact the Long Beach Workforce Innovation Network Youth Career Services Center at 562-570-4700.

The application deadline is June 9.