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Thank you for your interest in employment with Young America!  

 

Interested in working at Young America? See our available positions below! You can also find all of our full-time positions posted on Indeed, just search Young America! 

Part-Time Leasing Agents

Young America is looking for talented, motivated individuals who desire resume-building professional experience. We are currently hiring leasing agents to begin work immediately. Our leasing agents obtain a professional leasing license from the state of Illinois, and develop true sales and marketing experience.


To apply, please click the "Apply" Button below and make sure to include your resume.

 

Also follow this link to complete the Culture Index survey.  REQUIRED to be completed with your application!

General Application

Scroll through this page and see if there is an open position that is a good fit for your skills.

Don't see a one posted right now?

Hit that APPLY button anyway and we'll keep it on file for future positions!

 

Additionally, please use the following link to complete our Culture Index survey! This will help us match you to your perfect future with Young America!

 

Culture Index Survey

 

Maintenance Technician
FULL TIME

Are you a Maintenance Technician with a knack for excellence and a passion for helping others? Then come join us at Young America, the trailblazer in the student housing sector! We're growing, we're thriving, and we're looking for someone like YOU to join us on this journey. Why Young America, you ask? Well, our employees don't just work here - they rave about us! We've got team members who've been on this ride for over 10 years, and when you ask them why, they say "I love working for YA!" That's the kinds of team spirit we're proud of.

 

What's in it for you, apart from the fantastic benefits?

  • Look stylish with YA branded apparel
  • Sharpen your skills with our training programs
  • Explore opportunities for growth and let your career take off
  • Get your hands on the necessary electronics to succeed in your position
  • Shows us your skills - we're excited to see you in action!

What we're looking for:

  • At least 2 years of experience in housing-related maintenance.
  • That you reside within 20 miles of our office.
  • That you have the physical capability to perform all parts of the job.
  • You'll need to bring your own basic tools.
  • We need you to be tech-savvy and familiar with internet tools.
  • You'll need to maintain a reliable vehicle, current vehicle insurance, and a valid driver's license. A pick up truck or van is best, but not required.
  • Being available for an on-call rotation that includes nights and weekends is required.
  • High school diploma or equivalent and to pass a background screening.

 

Think you're a perfect fit? Don't hesitate. Let's get to work and make our customers and property owners happy, together. Apply today and become a part of Young America!

 

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

 

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

 

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • On call
  • Overtime

 

Additionally, please use the following link to complete our Culture Index survey! This will help us match you to your perfect future with Young America!

 

Culture Index Survey

Employment Application
Personal Information
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Have you ever been employed here before?
Do you have any family that currently works here?
Are you over the age of 18?
Do you have a vehicle that is able to be used to perform work duties?
Do you have current car insurance?
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Were you referred by a current Young America Employee?
Type of Employment Desired
Are you currently a student?
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Disclaimer:

 

I understand that if I am employed, any misrepresentation or material omission made by me on this application will be suffcient cause to warrant immediate discharge from employment whenever it is discovered.

 

I give Young America Realty the right to contact and obtain information from all references, employers and educational institutions, and to otherwise verify the accuracy of the information contained in this application. I hereby release Young America Realty or representatives from any and all liability connected with seeking, gathering and using such information, as well as any and all other persons, corporations or organizations for furnishing such information.

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Security Deposit Special!

$300 off your security deposit!*

 

*offer valid for approved applicants with no conditions. Must move in by 2/23/24.

Emergency Maintenance

With extreme cold expected today and throughout the week, please call 309-823-0179 if you are in need of emergency maintenance.

 

For all non-emergency maintenance, please login to your resident portal and submit a maintenance request.

Welcome Transfer Students!

Young America wishes you the best of luck as you start your new journey at ISU!

 

Please call 309-454-2338, or email [email protected], if you are still in need of housing for the 2024-25 school year!

Move Out is This Saturday!

UNLESS YOUR LEASE STATES OTHERWISE, YOUR MOVE OUT DATE IS MAY 11, 2024 BY NOON.

 

click here for move out information

Early Move In Key Pickup

Early Move In key pickup begins today at the Bone Student Center!

Keys will be available to pick up from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM!

 

For Current YA Residents, keys can be picked up starting at 8:30 AM. For NEW YA Residents, keys can be picked up starting at 10:30 AM.

Move In Information

If you took an Early Move In, please be sure that you have submitted your Move In Inspection.

 

To submit your move in inspection, please click the button below!

 

2024 Move In Inspection

June 4th Move In

June Move-In will occur on Tuesday, June 4th at our student office located at 311 S. Main Street, Normal, IL.

Please refer to your 24-25 lease to verfiy your move in date.

 

CLICK HERE FOR MOVE-IN INFORMATION

Festival YA is soon!

Festival YA is right around the corner! Don't miss your chance to get the NEW YA t-shirt and win some giveaways!

 

Wednesday, August 28th

216 W. Mulberry (Kensington Suites)

10am-3pm

 

get more info here

Festival YA is this week!

Festival YA is this week! Don't miss your chance to win some amazing prizes AND get the new YA t-shirt!

 

Wednesday, August 28th

216 W. Mulberry (Kensington Suites)

10am-3pm

 

 

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Festival YA is in two days!

Two days left until Festival YA! The giveaways are coming...

 

Wednesday, August 28th

216 W. Mulberry (Kensington Suites)

10am-3pm

 

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Festival YA is tomorrow!

ONE DAY until Festival YA! The giveaways are coming... don't miss your chance to get the NEW YA t-shirt.

 

Wednesday, August 28th

216 W. Mulberry (Kensington Suites)

10am-3pm

 

get more info

FESTIVAL YA IS TODAY!

Festival YA is today! The giveaways are HERE... we can't wait to see you!

 

TODAY

216 W. Mulberry (Kensington Suites)

10am-3pm

 

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Missed us at Festival YA?

Didn't get a chance to stop by Festival YA?

 

Come by our office today from 11am-1pm to get some lunch on us and grab the new t-shirt!

Renewals start next week!

Starting on Tuesday, September 3rd, YA residents have the exclusive opportunity to renew their lease and receive an incentive!*

 

*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.

 

Get more info

Renewals start today!

Starting today, YA residents have the exclusive opportunity to renew their apartment for the 2025-26 school year! Renew by September 13th to get the max incentice!*

 

*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.

 

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Renewals have started!

Until September 19th, YA residents have the exclusive opportunity to renew their apartment for the 2025-26 school year! Renew by September 13th to get the max incentice!*

 

*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.

 

get more info

Last week to get max incentive!

This is the last week to renew your apartment for the 2025-26 school year to receive the max incentive! You can still renew your unit until September 19th, but you'll receieve a lower incentive.*

 

*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.

 

get more info

Last day to get max incentive!

This is the last day to renew your apartment for the 2025-26 school year to receive the max incentive! You can still renew your unit until September 19th, but you'll receieve a lower incentive.*

 

*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.

 

get more info

Last week to renew!

This is the last week to renew your apartment for the 2025-26 school year! Starting September 20th, your unit could be signed for! Reminder, you are still elligible for a renewal incentive!*

 

*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.

 

get more info

One day left to renew!

One day left to renew your apartment for the 2025-26 school year! Starting September 20th, your unit could be signed for! Reminder, you are still elligible for a renewal incentive!*

 

*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.

 

get more info

Last day to renew!

Today is the last day to renew your apartment for the 2025-26 school year! Starting tomorrow, your unit could be signed for! Reminder, you are still elligible for a renewal incentive!*

 

*Terms and conditions apply. Student properties only.

 

get more info