Provide intensive case management, education, training, work activities, job placement and retention services, and supportive services to move rapidly from dependence to independence through employment.

Offers increases in employment skills and leadership skills of area youth. Allows youth to explore various careers, and understand what is necessary to pursue, obtain and maintain a career.

Offers a 21-week training program for young adults in Philadelphia who are interested in careers in information technology. Participants are eligible for monthly SEPTA passes through maintaining regular attendance, gift cards and other incentives as they earn industry-recognized credentials, and paid internships.

Offers career preparation, GED preparation, and job search and placement services to out of school youth. Program is run by the Allegheny County Human Services Department, Employment and Training Services.

Offers Preschool Prep program, Weekly Kids Club, Teen Job Readiness and Employment Program, and college scholarships.

Services designed to help young adults, ages 16 to 24 years, prepare for and succeed in education, training and employment. Young adults eligible for programming must no longer be in school, either because they withdrew or because they completed high school or post-secondary program. The program Career Counselors will assist participants in preparing and succeeding in education, training and employment. Services provided will include career exploration, peer connections, money management, job searching, interviewing skills, mentoring, college visits, exposure to training programs, local business tours, volunteer/service projects, building leadership skills and information on starting a business. Programming is held in PA CareerLink Offices.

Offers paid apprenticeships to youth each semester and during the summer. Apprentices work alongside gardens staff to plant, grow, harvest, and sell foods and herbs in agency urban gardens. Develops leadership skills through creating lesson plans and delivering instruction to Semillas del Futuro participants in weekly classes.

Provides eligible students with year-round work experience. Students work approximately 24 hours a week for $13 per hour.

Offers access to a resource library that includes: computers with internet access and resume writing software; PA CareerLink registration; resume packets; information on interviewing skills and writing cover and follow-up letters; labor market and training provider information; job listings; information on local agencies, services, and resources; and phone, fax, and copier access for job searching.

A one-stop job center that provides an array of employment and training services in a convenient, easily accessible location. Services include job counseling, testing and assessment; resume preparation assistance, interview training and other prejob guidance services; job matching and referral; unemployment insurance and job registration; labor market and career information; information on financial aid for education and training; and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counseling, health care and other human services resources in the community.

Provide academic refresher classes to boost skills, employment assistance and job placement opportunities.

Provides skills training for employment readiness development to prepare for life skills outside of school and help youth get ready for work. Includes introduction to workplace, interpersonal, and professional skills.

Assists clients in finding competitive employment and/or enrolling and maintaining the schooling of their choice.

Offers students the opportunity to investigate careers, talk to employers and discover what it takes to get and keep a job. Offers summer and year round work opportunities.

Offers an eight-week paid employment experience with a challenging life- and leadership skills development curriculum. Provides an opportunity for young people to engage in community building activities and service projects.

Provides high-risk youth the opportunity to earn marketable credentials, engage in further education, and secure employment to achieve economic success. Youth can enroll into the program even if they have not finished high school or obtained a GED/high school diploma.

Seeks to serve the whole family and build a strong foundation with children from babies through the teenage years.

PETALS - Preschool Prep program offering parents resources and guidance for teaching their children needed skills to be ready to enter school

Weekly Kids Club - format of developmental activity, life skills, character building, positive adult role models, and social skills development (Evening sessions)

Teen Job Readiness and Employment Program in partnership with local high schools

Scholarships for high potential, low-income high school students to obtain college while in high school

Early childhood education scholarships to high quality Pre-K programs for low income kids

Reading Corners program, which is a co-branded United Way initiative, to offer age and developmentally appropriate books to families using our food pantries and assistance centers, and add the components of instructing families on the importance of reading and having in-center volunteers

The PA CareerLink is a one-stop job center that provides an array of employment and training services in a convenient, easily accessible location. Services include job counseling, testing and assessment; resume preparation assistance, interview training and other prejob guidance services; job matching and referral; unemployment insurance and job registration; labor market and career information; information on financial aid for education and training; and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counseling, health care and other human services resources in the community.

Provide intensive case management, education, training, work activities, job placement and retention services, and supportive services to move rapidly from dependence to independence through employment.

Offers a free, one-year program that empowers young adults to reach their full potential and thrive in professional careers and higher education. Students spend six months learning in-demand technical and professional skills before applying their skills during a six-month corporate internship. Throughout the program, students complete coursework that may be eligible for college credits and receive access to services and supports to promote their success.

Offers a workforce program for youth in need and at-risk youth that provides employment, educational experiences, and essential skills such as financial literacy and time management. Year-round and summer work experiences available. Services are provided for both in-school and out-of-school youth.

Recruits temporary workers for the Summer programs as well as year round placements. Provides entry-level work experiences throughout the county including janitorial, clerical, landscaping, painting, child care and construction experiences.

Provides youth and young adults ages 14 to 26 who are impacted by or perpetrators of gun violence with an opportunity to receive paid employment training, skills, and mentorship. Services includes paid job training with local businesses for 3 to 6 months, wraparound support services, job coaching, and monthly community events driven by youth to foster community cohesion.

Offers youths and young adults opportunities for workforce preparation with pay during the months of July and August each year.

Provides summer employment programs for eligible youth.