Oswego County Offers Paid Work Experience Program for Youth Aged 16-24

Oswego County Workforce New York (OCWNY) invites residents aged 16 to 24 who are out of school to participate in its paid work experience program this fall. The opportunity is part of the Young Adult Workers Program, which helps these individuals achieve their educational and employment goals, prepare them for the workforce, connect them to resources and more.

“We encourage young adults aged 16 to 24 who are seeking employment and are not currently enrolled in school to learn more about our Young Adult Workers Program,” said Oswego County Workforce Development Director Rachel Pierce. “Through the program, participants can gain up to 13 weeks of paid work experience this fall, helping them build essential workplace skills, strengthen their resumes and obtain valuable employment references.

“Participants also have access to a variety of supportive services designed to help them achieve long-term success, including assistance with obtaining a high school equivalency diploma or driver’s license and other resources to support their future goals,” she added.

OCWNY hosts the following information sessions for those interested in participating:

• Wednesday, Oct. 21 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. or 4 to 4:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Oct. 22 from 2:30 to 3 p.m.
• Thursday, Oct. 29 from noon to 12:30 p.m. or 2 to 2:30 p.m. at the Pulaski Family Welcome Center, 10 Bella Rd., Pulaski

Unless otherwise noted, sessions take place at the OCWNY Career Center, located at 200 N. Second St., Fulton.

Anyone who is interested in the program but unable to attend an information session can contact OCWNY by Thursday, Oct. 29 for more information. Get started by calling OCWNY at 315-591-9000 or emailing OCWNY@oswegocountyny.gov.

For more information about the Young Adult Workers Program, go to https://www.ocwny.org/young-adult-workers/young-adult-workers-about/.

To learn more about other events and job search tips, call OCWNY at 315-591-9000, go to www.ocwny.org or find Oswego County Workforce New York on Facebook, X, LinkedIn and Instagram.

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