About the Department
The City of Lancaster is pleased to offer the 2026 Summer Program for summer work experience to eligible high school and college students. Students who are City residents are encouraged to apply for the positions listed below.
Summer jobs are located throughout the City limits, concentrated in the Public Works department. Most of it is outdoors.
Important Information to consider when applying:
- Candidates must be able to work the entire summer schedule.
- Sports camps and band camps cannot be accommodated.
| Position Title | Location | Work Schedule | Primary Duties | Additional Information |
| Utilities Assistant (2 positions available) | Water and Wastewater Treatment Plans | 6:00am-2:30pm (June 8 – August 14, 2026) | Weed whacking, hand weeding, mowing, laboring, painting, cleaning | Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. |
Minimum Qualifications
- 16 years of age or over (with working permit if necessary)
- The City is especially interested in qualified City residents.