Building Bridges: Enhancing Career Pathways for Youth

Summer Youth Employment Programs (SYEPs) are essential for enhancing career pathways and fostering economic mobility among young people nationwide. After examining 26 SYEP models, a set of best practices has emerged to strengthen these programs in their efforts to help youth secure quality jobs. 

This webinar highlights one key practice: utilizing local labor market data to effectively engage employers and create valuable opportunities for youth. Labor market data is crucial for shaping work readiness curricula, forming industry partnerships, and building employer relationships that align with market demands and pathways to quality employment. Join Career Technical Education (CTE) experts and SYEP providers for a discussion on creating internships and job opportunities that connect youth with thriving industry sectors.