Career Pathways Program Participant

Job Description

About Year Up United’s Career Pathways Program

Year Up United’s Career Pathways is a one-year or less, intensive job training program designed to equip young adults with essential skills for launching their professional careers. The program offers comprehensive support including in-classroom skill development, access to valuable internships and/or job placement services, and personalized coaching and mentorship. Participants also receive an educational stipend throughout the program.

The program seamlessly integrates technical and professional training with practical experience through internships and dedicated job placement support. Our industry-leading talent placement firm, YUPRO Placement, facilitates these opportunities. Internships may be secured at prominent organizations in the Greater Los Angeles area, such as Amazon, Bank of America, Buzzfeed, or BEN Group, among many others.

Are you eligible?

You can apply to Year Up United if you meet the following criteria:

• A high school graduate or GED recipient
• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• Available Monday-Friday throughout the duration of the program
• Highly motivated to learn technical and professional skills
• Have not obtained a Bachelor’s degree
• You may be required to answer additional screening questions when applying

What will you gain?

By participating in the program, you will gain:

• Professional business and communication skills
• Interviewing and networking skills
• Resume building expertise
• Ongoing support and guidance to help you launch your career

During the internship phase, Year Up United Career Pathways students earn an educational stipend of $525 per week.

In-depth classes include:

• Banking
• Business Operations
• IT Support
• Application Development
• Project Management

Get the skills and opportunity you need to launch your professional career.

75% of Year Up United Career Pathways graduates are employed and/or enrolled in postsecondary education within 4 months of graduation. Employed graduates earn an average starting salary of fifty-three thousand dollars per year.