Comprised of programs to address the needs of youth in the workforce arena. The employment programs provide youth with employment skills and job placements to foster the building of self-esteem and facilitate the reduction of delinquency. Youth participate in workshops on resume writing, interviewing skills, job search techniques, job applications and procedures, computer training, and communications. Through the Workforce Development Component, youth are provided with the fundamental skills to build a foundation for their future careers.

 

Generating Leadership Opportunities in the Workforce (GLOW) serves youth ages 14-21 who are on probation, or been involved in the juvenile justice system. The program provides job placement and job readiness training, case management, vocational and life skills training, academic assistance and mentoring, education and career counseling, and other wraparound services in an effort to keep youth out of probation and from further involvement with the justice system. For more information, please contact Kyle Chan at 415.775.2636, ext 210.

 

Mayor's Youth Employment and Education Program (MYEEP) provides a comprehensive system of youth workforce development services that maximizes existing community resources to contribute to the overall development of youth in guiding them towards becoming self-sufficient adults. This program serves high school students, ages 14-16, who are eligible to work and reside in San Francisco.

For more information, please contact:

Richmond and Sunset MYEEP: Chi Hong Leung - Program Manager at 415.752.9675.

ChinaTown MYEEP: Daphne Wong - Employment Specialist at 415.775.2636, ext 245

 

Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) targets servcies for low income youth ages 16-24 involved in the justice system or not on track to graduate from high school. The program includes Job placement and job readiness training, academic assistance, case management and other support services. Youth are also provided with guidance and assistance to transition to secondary education or career options.

 

Youth Employment and Training Project (YETP) provides job readiness and placement services to low-income youth ages 16-25. This project provides supportive services in resume writing, interview preparation and employment counseling, in addition to resources for employment. YETP aims to develop job skills while gaining work experience, increase career awareness and employability, and develop successful work habits. Skills trainings and workshops are conducted in partnership with the Employment Training Center where free training courses are provided to aid youth on their road to employability through workshops that include computer programming, career portfolio building, and workplace behaviors. For more information, please contact Tammy Vuong - Employment Counselor at 415.752.9675.

 

Youth Sector Bridge (YSB) targets low income trasition age youth ages 17-21 who are involved in the justice system, not on track to graduate from high school, or have other barriers to employment. The program provides job placement, job readiness training, paid internships, academic assistance, case management and other support services, and transition to secondary education, career options or a sector academy. For more information, please contact Ryan Leano at 415.752.9675.