Programs

PROGRAMS

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Out-of-School Youth Programs

Arizona@Work Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program --
Out-of-school youth 16 to 24 years of age may receive:

Case Management
Academic and career exploration opportunities
Alternative secondary education or help with a GED
Tutoring support
Access to vocational training and certification assistance
Summer employment and/or paid work experience opportunities
Supportive services such as bus passes or help with work uniforms
Peer support and mentoring

Through WIOA, youth and young adults are assisted in building a career where they engage in meaningful work, and earn a living wage or better. From meeting basic academic requirements for entry in a career-training program, to career-entry placements, this program helps participants address their barriers and challenges to achieving long-term self-sufficiency.

Eligibility
Must be 16 to 24 years old, out-of-school, and at least one of the following barriers to education and/or employment must be applicable:

Parenting/pregnant
Homeless, runaway or displaced
Learning disabilities
Involvement in the foster care system
Low-income households
Involved or previously involved with the juvenile and/or adult justice system

For more information or to enroll in WIOA, contact the Programs Director at (520) 623-5843 extension 130 or by email.

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This program is in partnership with the Pima County One-Stop/Arizona@Work

After-School Work Experience Program

The application process for this program is CLOSED

After-School Work Experience Program (WEX) -- in-school youth participants are placed in a job after school for approximately 10 hours per week for a 12 week period. Youth develop basic soft skills to support present and future economic independence while earning income. The application process for this program is currently closed. Check back regularly for important dates.

Summer Youth Employment Program

The application process for this program is CLOSED

Summer Youth Employment and Education Program (SYEP) -- participants, ages 14 t0 21, are waged for up to 40 hours per week for a five-week period during the summer. There are two participant placements (based on academic test scores and other criteria):

1) Summer Work Experience with an area employer for youth in good academic standing.

2) Summer Academic Remediation for students testing below grade level -- Students focus entirely on coming up to speed academically so that they are on-track for success when they return to school in the fall. Elective credit and stipends are earned.

Click the image below for the program brochure (printable PDF)

www.pima.gov/summeryouth

The application process for this program is CLOSED

Options to apply:

Pick-up an application at TYD
Click here for an application to print out and complete
Complete the online application here - select "TYD/Tucson Youth Development" as the agency referred.

After choosing one of these three options, call the Pima Count One Stop Youth Employment Center at (520) 724-9639 for next steps and to schedule an appointment, if applicable.

Applicants who are out-of-school are required to take an assessment test. Applicants who are in-school are required to submit a most recent report card or school transcript. Applications are not considered complete without assessment tests and/or a current report card/transcripts.

Completed applications should be submitted to the Pima County Youth One Stop at 320 N Commerce Park Loop, 2nd Floor.

After applying:
Applicants who are selected for the Pima County Summer Youth Employment Program will be contacted by contracted agencies via postal mail. Please check back for the time-frame in which selected participants should expect to receive a notice. If a notice is not received within this time-frame, the applicant was not selected this year.

For information about after-school or summer programs, contact the Programs Director at (520) 623-5843 extension 130 or by email.

These programs are in partnership with the Pima County One-Stop/Arizona@Work

Career Internships provide career exposure and training for youth. Careers in healthcare, biotechnology, logistics and machinist trades are currently featured components of the program. Follow-up support is provided to help participants take their next career steps – from entry-employment to enrolling in a career-certification, training program.

The Learn Earn Advance and Prosper (LEAP) program offers a pathway from health-related vocational training in high school to paid work experience in the hospital. Work experience during the academic year transitions to internships for graduates during the summer. Upon completion of internships, unsubsidized employment is offered to participants with the opportunity for tuition reimbursement to further their education.

In 2010, the first LEAP participant to become an RN graduated from the University of Arizona. Over ten years, 90% of youth hired have retained employment in the medical field.

For information about career internships, contact the Programs Director at (520) 623-5843 extension 130 or by email.

Workshops
Workforce Development Services in Arizona@Work / Pima County One-Stop

Employability Skills for Youth
Workshops cover transferable skills, including but not limited to, preparing employment applications; preparing for and participating in a job interview; writing an effective electronic resume; importance of cover and thank you letters; conducting a job search; and successfully retaining employment.

Youth Financial Literacy
Workshops help participants develop a basic budget and savings plan. Workshop covers topics including, but not limited to, understanding a paycheck, various monetary instruments and basic budgeting methods.

Youth Leadership
Workshop encourages: development and confidence in one's strengths; responsible decision-making; effective problem-solving; employability; self-determination; and other positive social behaviors.

Researching Career Pathways for Youth
Participants gain a better understanding of careers which are likely to lead to personal success.

Understanding Employer Expectation
Workshops focus on common employer expectations to improve job performance and retention.