Y-ExCL Summer

​About Y-ExCL

Y-ExCL Summer is a paid, 10-week work-based experience for individuals 14-21 years old to develop and strengthen employment skills while also learning about education and training necessary for future goals. Successful completion of a mandatory 2-week pre-employment training (paid) period is required in order for students to be placed at a job site.

For two weeks, participants will be trained in the core competencies of proper workplace ethics, communication, attire, and time management. They will receive comprehensive training in financial literacy and asset building, entrepreneurship, post secondary processes, peer mentoring, and resume building. Additionally, youth will understand the value of being work-ready and prepared to be a leader.

What's Next

After completing the 2-week training, students are matched with one of our Partnered Employers and work Monday- Thursday, for a total of 20 hours starting at $13.00 an hour. Fridays are reserved for programming that will consist of college tours, service learning projects, and other enrichment activities. The opportunities range from office/administrative duties, inventory flow and control, maintenance, facilities, childcare, event planning, and labor/construction-related jobs for age-appropriate youth.

The 10-Week Commitment is as Follows:

1. Monday, June 5th through Friday, June 16th: 2-week pre-employment training
2. Monday, June 19th: First day of job placement
3. Thursday, August 10th: Last day of job placement
4. Friday, August 11th: G​raduation

If you are interested in participating, the first step is to fill out the online application. Please make sure your email address and phone number are current and accessible. Applying does not ensure acceptance into the program, it means you are now an eligible candidate to conduct an interview for program consideration.