Provides intake services for a tuition-free residential training and education program located in Sedro Woolley that connects low-income youth ages 16-24 with the skills and educational opportunities needed to establish a career.

Youth Programs provide a wide variety of services to low-income in-school (ages 14-21) and out-of-school (ages 16-24) youth to help them succeed in school and work. Program participants may receive a range of services from the following areas: occupational skills training; career counseling; internships; job placements; mentoring; tutoring; leadership development; financial literacy; entrepreneurial skills training; local labor market and employment information services; postsecondary education and training transition support; workforce preparation and training activities designed for specific career clusters; and additional supportive services.

Lists job openings within the community. Offers workshops on how to write a resume, complete a job application, improve interview skills and job search strategies. Provides information to job seekers about current information on the job market, Unemployment Insurance and provides career guidance. Also offers special programs for veterans of the US armed forces, dislocated workers, and those workers the meet specific low income guidelines. These programs may include retraining opportunities. Helps those with disabilities remove barriers to employment, and helps job seekers learn how to overcome ex-offender issues.

Offers multiple educational opportunities to individuals who have barriers to employment. Classes include job readiness, basic and advanced computer skills training, distance education, and specific skills programming focusing on warehouse, transportation, logistics, manufacturing, and other trades. Specialty programs for youth are also available via the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA).

Youth Programs provide a wide variety of services to low-income in-school (ages 14-21) and out-of-school (ages 16-24) youth to help them succeed in school and work. Program participants may receive a range of services from the following areas: occupational skills training; career counseling; internships; job placements; mentoring; tutoring; leadership development; financial literacy; entrepreneurial skills training; local labor market and employment information services; postsecondary education and training transition support; workforce preparation and training activities designed for specific career clusters; and additional supportive services.

The Y.E.S. Program gives teens the opportunity to gain professional skills through skateboarding and make a positive impact in their community, all while earning service hours. Applications open in late winter and close early spring. The Y.E.S. program runs throughout the Summer. Candidates accepted into the program will gain valuable job skills they need to be successful community builders and future employees of Skate Like a Girl or similar organizations. The YES Program commitment includes attending workshops/trainings and supporting programs/events for a total of 50 hours of community service. Although some YES trainings/workshops are virtual, YES cohort members should anticipate volunteering about 40 hours in person.

Prepares high school juniors for a career in the aerospace/advanced manufacturing industry. Offers ongoing support and Saturday workshops throughout the students’ senior year to ensure they are on track for high school graduation and ready for college programs in aerospace. Includes up to four quarters of aerospace/advanced manufacturing classes at Renton Technical College, as well as ongoing college and career navigation and support services. Students completing this two-year program will receive an aerospace/advanced manufacturing credential from Renton Technical College and job placement assistance.

A prevention program serving underprivileged youth ages 13-25 in Spokane, WA. Provides the community with exceptional service by training chemically dependent and at-risk youth to be positive, functional and empowered citizens through music, sports, nutrition and education, providing them with a voice that may have been once unheard. Program provides groups and individual sessions that include coaching in the production of music (beat making) and lyric writing.

Trains ELL (English Language Learners) high school students and their families in the educational, social and professional skills necessary to obtain self-sufficiency.   For the first third of the year, students learn job skills and money management techniques which they then apply to a group project in the second part of the year.   After practicing their new job skills, students are placed in summer-long internships at local businesses.   Throughout the year, students and families receive culturally-specific academic case management to ensure progress towards high school graduation and parent engagement at school.

Helps youth ages 16-25 gain employable skills and work history by partnering with with businesses willing to help mentor, teach work ethics, workplace conduct, and develop hirable job skills.  Program provides 100 hours of on-the-job experience, case management, and a variety of incentives.  Participants also attend weekly classes and workshops which teach skills including resume writing, interview skills, financial management and customer service.

Places teens in paid internships, coupled with college and career readiness training. Provides the teamwork, leadership, and life skills youth need to realize their full potential.

Youth Engagement Programming that is committed to empowering young people with disabilities, particularly those from immigrant, refugee, and BIPOC communities-through inclusive, culturally responsive programming. The HOPE and Kickstart Program builds on this foundation by offering a year-round, comprehensive support system for youth and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (DD/ID). The HOPE and Kickstart Programming is designed to foster self-determination, independence, and future planning through a blend of mentorship, peer engagement, and experiential learning. Participants gain essential life and employment skills while connecting with peers who share similar lived experiences. Each section topic includes hands-on activities, guest speakers, role-play games, individual assignments, interactive group activities and field trips.

Juma’s YouthConnect program offers complete financial literacy workshops, college and career readiness workshops and soft skills development while also participating in internships. Youth participating in this program are hired by Juma to work concessions in the stadiums at minimum wage.

Operates a six-month job training pre-apprentice program for youth. Offers GED/HSD (High School Diploma) completion, case management support, job readiness training and pre-apprenticeship training. Youth work on a two-week rotating schedule; one week participating in GED/HSD completion and job readiness training, and the other week learning construction skills in the shop. After students graduate they receive nine months of follow-up from their case manager to continue to help support them in achieving their goals, including placement in apprenticeship programs in the trades. Pays a weekly stipend.

Connects youth in person or remotely with an education and employment coordinator to build a plan that focuses on their individual goals. For employment goals this can include:​ Resume building and cover letter writing; Individual job search and strategies; Interview preparation and resources; Paid training opportunities; Conviction history support. For education goals this can include: Education consult and planning; Connections to Whatcom or Skagit County school districts; Referrals to GED/HS Diploma or secondary programs. Youth Jobs (Whatcom only) Matches youth with an employer in the community where they apply and interview for short-term (1-3 months) paid job training opportunities. During the training period, the NWYS employment coordinator remains in communication with the site supervisor as needed and continues to work with youth to use their current skills, experience, and references to secure long-term employment in the community.

Prepares low-income individuals (ages 14-21), for success in school and at work. Offers counseling, tutoring, job training, mentoring, or work experience. Other strategies include summer employment, study skills training, or instruction in obtaining a GED or equivalent (Othello only). Provides occupational skills training, counseling, internships, job placements, mentoring, tutoring, leadership development, and support services. Provides: -  Case management -  Job readiness training -  Career counseling -  Vocational Assessment -  Individualized job search assistance -  Job fairs -  Employer connections -  Career development workshops -  Follow-up services -  Educational scholarships -  Computer labs -  Resource library

Youth learn responsible babysitting by studying basic child development, infant and child care, safety, how to handle emergencies, age-appropriate toys, business hints and what parents expect.

Youth Programs provide a wide variety of services to low-income in-school (ages 14-21) and out-of-school (ages 16-24) youth to help them succeed in school and work. Program participants may receive a range of services from the following areas: occupational skills training; career counseling; internships; job placements; mentoring; tutoring; leadership development; financial literacy; entrepreneurial skills training; local labor market and employment information services; postsecondary education and training transition support; workforce preparation and training activities designed for specific career clusters; and additional supportive services.

Helps young womxn of color; focusing on Black women and girls, advance in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) career and education opportunities. Meet one-on-one with participants to set goals, check in, and offer any resources they need to get over barriers in their way. Hosts workshops on career readiness like resume/cover letter help, interview tips, and employment soft skills. Interviews women in STEM to hear their journeys, challenges, and do Q&As. Offers workshops on protective factors like self-care, microaggressions at work, and implicit bias in the workplace.

Partners with 30+ community agencies to provide a range of resources and programs for youth and young adults in the areas of career development, college and career counseling, education, and supportive services, including housing. Offers: - peer mentoring, - job search support, - professional development and life skills workshops, and - access to other resources, - leadership development and advocacy opportunities. Operates a youth and young adult housing programs as part of Pierce County's Coordinated Entry System.

Offers employment training, counseling and job placement.  Provides homeless and street-involved youth with income as they learn new skills and gain professional experience.

Reconnect to Opportunity is a re-engagement program that supports young people in King County ages 16-24 years old reconnect to education and employment systems. Outreach Specialists work with youth who have experienced educational and professional barriers throughout their journey. They work within the community connecting young people to programs that support youth and young adult-centered needs and growth. Our participant referrals come from various sources: self-referred, parents/guardians, community organizations, and school staff. Our goal is to ensure youth are connected to opportunity no matter their background. Our core beliefs are that everyone deserves a second chance, positive relationships are essential, and there is more than one path to success. Some of the areas that we provide support with are: looking at different re-engagement programs that are most beneficial to the young person’s lifestyle and learning style, helping youth enroll in a program that best fits their needs, connecting youth to resources that may support other needs (college navigator, case manager, mental health services, etc.), providing initial guidance to employment services and internships, providing a warm handoff when looking into different programs, providing post-secondary resources after high school completion.

Coordinates summer employment opportunities for teens (aged 15-19) who are passionate about community service and demonstrate leadership qualities. Teens are placed on payroll at Seattle Minimum Wage as paid interns working with Puget Sound area non-profit agencies.

Helps youth ages 16-25 gain employable skills and work history by partnering with with businesses willing to help mentor, teach work ethics, workplace conduct, and develop hirable job skills.  Program provides 100 hours of on-the-job experience, case management, and a variety of incentives.  Participants also attend weekly classes and workshops which teach skills including resume writing, interview skills, financial management and customer service.

Provides intake services for a tuition-free residential training and education program located in Sedro Woolley that connects low-income youth ages 16-24 with the skills and educational opportunities needed to establish a career.