Youth Employment
The Office of Economic Development supports career experiences for young people so that they can see what drives Seattle's economy. By providing career connected activities early and often, supporting credential and training programs, and creating on-ramps to employment, youth can begin to make the connection from education to careers. Through our investments and partnerships, Seattle's youth are supported and prepared to access jobs and careers in our growing economy, and our region's employers will have the local talent they need to thrive.
What We Do
With a focus on youth of color, low-income youth, immigrants and refugees, youth at risk of not completing high school and opportunity youth, we work to ensure that all youth have the competencies and skills to be successful in the labor market. We partner with local schools, businesses and non-profit organizations to build and support programs that give Seattle youth a window into the local economy and build pathways to fulfilling, in-demand careers.
Highlights
Seattle Made Youth Tours - In 2018, we partnered with Seattle Made to connect youth with the innovation and entrepreneurship of local manufacturers and makers in Seattle. Seattle Made, a program of the Seattle Good Business Network (SGBN), hosted four full-day tours with hands-on activities. Check out the videos below, made by an OED youth intern, to get a glimpse of the tours. If you are interested in partnering with OED to provide opportunities like this for our young people, please reach out to Sasha Gourevitch at sasha.gourevitch@seattle.gov.
Career Days, Tours and More!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Youth Employment, Education and Career Fair @ Seattle Goodwill
When: Tuesday, February 19, 2019, 1:30pm-4:30pm
Where: Seattle Goodwill, 700 Dearborn Place S., Seattle, WA 98144
More info & Updated List of Employers: https://youthemploymentfair.eventbrite.com
Training, Education & Employment Opportunities
Check out programs, resources and opportunities with these organizations:
Seattle Young People's Project
Student Conservation Association
Tero Vocational Training Center
Farestart Youth Barista Program
Farestart Youth Culinary Program
Farestart Foodservice Apprenticeship
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Current Funding Opportunities
No funding opportunities available at this time - check back soon for updates.