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ESA SNAP Policy Manual 229 To record an individual’s interest, SSRs can check a box in the DCAS system that denotes interest in the voluntary SNAP E&T program. The SSR assigned to the SNAP E&T program then contacts individuals to conduct additional eligibility and suitability reviews to ensure that individuals interested in the program are either unemployed or seeking to improve employment, are at least 16 and out of school and are interested in and willing to participate in gaining employment and training skills. If they meet these requirements, individuals are referred to SNAP E&T Vocational Development staff or a third-party partner if appropriate. 18.2 SNAP Work Activities Individuals may participate in the SNAP E&T program and receive services to help them find successful employment. Work activities or components in the SNAP E&T program may include the following:  Non-education or non-work components − Job search training − Job retention − Self-employed training  Educational programs − Basic/foundational skills instruction (includes high school equivalency programs) − Career/technical education programs or other vocational training − Integrated education and training/bridge programs − Work readiness training  Work experience − Internships − On-the-job training − Transitional jobs 18.3 SNAP E&T Participation Reimbursement ESA may authorize reimbursement to SNAP E&T participants for expenses deemed reasonable, necessary and directly related to participation in SNAP E&T. Those expenses may include the following:  Childcare  Transportation  Business attire and uniforms  Licensing and bonding fees for work experience programs  Work tools and supplies  Books and testing fees for training or licensure Return