Youth Employment and Training

Youth Employment and Training Blue Hills Civic Association (BHCA) in partnership with Capital Workforce Partners (CWP) provides project base learning and career exploration during the summer and school year for youth ages 14-19. Summer Employment included in this initiative.

Applications for the Summer Youth Employment and Learning Program can be access at:

http://www.capitalworkforce.org/youth_jobs/index.shtml#SYELP

Please fill out the application and return it to the Blue Hills Civic Association at 120 Holcomb Street, Hartford. We are located in the Potter Hall Building of the Oak Hill School for the Blind.

What do we have to offer: ·

• Hands-On Training- youth receive job readiness and world of work skills training to prepare them to meet employer expectations.
• Resume Writing- Youth will learn how to create winning resumes including "Real Time" and "Dream Resumes."
• Employment- Summer employment with our area partners will help reinforce career aspirations.
• Academic Assistance- youth will receive instruction in subject area including Math, Reading and Writing to ensure graduation from High School

How can you take advantage:

• Visit
  Blue Hills Civic Association
  120 Holcomb Street
  Hartford, CT 06112
• Contact- Program Coordinator, Vicki Gallon-Clark of BHCA 860.769.3856
• Give- Provide feedback to BHCA and let us know how the program benefited you and what changes you would like to see made.