Year Up United Program Participant

Job Description

Year Up United Program Participant | Year Up United

The Tone:
This is an intensive job training program at Year Up United, located in Charlotte, NC, designed to equip young adults with the essential skills and opportunities needed to launch a professional career. The program provides comprehensive in-classroom skill development, access to valuable internships, and robust job placement services. Participants receive personalized coaching and mentorship throughout their journey, ensuring they are well-supported in achieving their career goals. With an impressive success rate, 75% of graduates are employed or enrolled in postsecondary education within four months, achieving an average starting salary of $53,000 per year, making this a pivotal step for career transformation.

The TL;DR
• Role: Apprenticeship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person: Charlotte, NC
• Pay: $525 weekly
• Mission: To launch a professional career by gaining essential skills and opportunities.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Learn: Actively participate in intensive in-classroom sessions to develop critical technical and professional skills across various specializations.
• Intern: Engage in practical internships, potentially with leading organizations like Bank of America or Wells Fargo, to apply learned skills in a real-world business environment.
• Grow: Benefit from personalized coaching and mentorship, along with ongoing support and guidance, to navigate the program and prepare for career advancement.
• Prepare: Develop essential professional tools, including a strong resume, and master interviewing and networking techniques to successfully secure employment.
• Specialize: Complete in-depth course offerings in a chosen field such as Banking, IT Support, Application Development, Data Analytics, or Project Management.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Eligible candidates are early career individuals who are high school graduates or GED recipients, have not obtained a Bachelor’s degree, and are eligible to work in the U.S.
• Experience: No prior professional work experience is required, but applicants must demonstrate high motivation to acquire and master new technical and professional skills.
• Skills: No specific technical or professional skills are required for entry, as the Year Up United program is specifically designed to provide comprehensive training in these areas.