Interested in joining the Youth Council? 

The Somerset County Youth Council meets from September to August. The members for the September 2024 - August 2025 term have already been chosen. The next opportunity to apply will be in May 2025. 

To apply, you must be a student between the ages of 12 and 18 and in grades 7 through 12 who lives in Somerset County, NJ. You will need to attend monthly meetings, events, and community service activities throughout the year. Meetings will be held on the first Thursday of each month from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Human Services Building, 27 Warren Street in Somerville. By joining, you'll have the chance to make new friends, develop leadership skills, and connect with your community. 

• The application will be available on our website starting May 1st, 2025. 
• Before applying, make sure you can commit to the meeting dates and other obligations required considering your other commitments.  
• You must also submit a letter of recommendation from a non-family adult, such as a teacher, guidance counselor, coach, or manager.
• The due date will be on the application and website when the application period opens. We do not extend the deadline. If you are not selected, you can reapply the following year. 
• We'll notify you of your status (accepted, declined) by the end of June.
• If you are accepted, you will start in September.

Being a youth council member requires dedication and commitment. The governing rules of the council are in the current Somerset County Youth Council Bylaws.

If you have any questions or concerns, please email us at Youthcouncil@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-704-6300.