Q: How long are the summer programs?
A: California Youth Rush summer programs are a ten-week commitment, usually beginning in early June and ending in mid-August.
Q: Will we take time off?
A: Yes. There is a “home leave” weekend in the middle of the summer. There is also a spiritual retreat at the end of the summer, where all the students from different programs get together.
Q: Will we attend Soquel camp meeting?
A: Most Youth Rush programs in Central California drive to Soquel for the second weekend of camp meeting.
Q: What is the weekly schedule like?
A: We work Sunday-Thursday.
Q: How much commission will I earn?
A: Commission is 35%. At the end of the program, students who complete the ten-week commitment will receive an additional 15% retroactive commission bonus.
Q: How will I be paid?
A: You will be paid by check at least twice per month. Some schools, however, require that magabook program earnings be forwarded from the conference in order to receive the matching scholarship.
Q: How do I get a matching scholarship?
A: The "matching" scholarship comes from the educational institution which you, the student, are attending. Different schools have different policies--check with your school. Most schools simply want money plus a statement from us explaining your summer earnings. We provide this statement to every student after the end of the summer. Note: Some schools do not provide any matching scholarship.
Q: I attend a non-SDA school. Can I still receive the earnings from my summer of canvassing?
A: Yes, you will still receive your full earnings when you fulfill your 10-week commitment, even if you decide to attend a non-SDA school. However, certain SDA schools provide a matching scholarship amount in addition to your canvassing earnings.
Q: What about pocket money?
A: Students can elect to receive 5% of their donations on Fridays. However, this will reduce end-of-the-summer earnings which may be subject to the SDA school matching scholarship.
Q: Who is behind California Youth Rush programs?
A: The Central California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists sponsors the Youth Rush programs within its territory.
Q: Can I request a certain location, or request to be with my friends?
A: Yes, you may request a certain location assignment or to be with a certain other student. However, because of the complexities of program balancing (gender, age, experience, territory, etc.), we can't please everyone, and do not guarantee that your request will be granted. (Hint: Early applicants more often get their requests!)
Q: What documents will I need to bring to the program in order to verify my eligibility for employment in the United States?
A: The federal I-9 employment authorization form explains what documents are required.
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