The government is allocating HUF 3.8 bln in wage support for the scheme, Czomba said.
Under the program, local councils are eligible for subsidies covering 100% of payroll costs for students for two months, although work hours are limited to six a day.
Businesses in the farm, tourism and catering sectors are eligible for subsidies covering 75% of payroll for students who can work up to eight hours a day.
Close to 300,000 students have participated in the summer jobs scheme since its launch 11 years ago.
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