WE NEED YOUR HELP TO DEVELOP URBAN
TALENT FOR THE 21st CENTURY ECONOMY!
Do you qualify? Are you....
- Committed to providing young adults with unique opportunities?
- Knowledgeable about a topic that is relevant to entry-level
people?
- Enthusiastic about working with young adults from diverse
backgrounds?
- A clear communicator?
- Friendly, Flexible and Fun?
If you want to make a difference in the lives of urban young
adults, then we want you on our team. Become part of a dynamic,
high-impact volunteer force, by completing this short
form. We are actively recruiting volunteers now for our
year-round classes which begin in August and in February.
individuals
- Guest Speakers
Share learning on industry topics such as Entrepreneurship,
E-Commerce, Leadership, and other interest areas. Time Commitment:
One hour session.
- Job Coaches
Assist with job preparation including resume writing and
mock interviewing. Time Commitment: 1-2 hours.
- College Application Advisors
Assist with the application process, including writing essays
and financial aid forms. Time Commitment: 1-2 hours per
week.
- Mentors
Provide guidance, support and advice to Year Up students.
Time Commitment: Meet twice a month for 12 months.
- Curriculum Coaches
Work one-on-one with students learning technical skills
(e.g. Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and HTML). Time
Commitment: In person, by phone, or by email - 2+ hours
per week for 3-6 months.
- Instructors
Teach professional and/or technical skills as a member of
our learning team. Time Commitment: 2-3 days per week.
Corporations
- in kind donations
Donate in-kind products and services or make a capital donation
in support of Year Up's mission. We currently need up to
date computer hardware, software, and office furniture/supplies.
- Company Tour Guides
Open your office to a team of Year Up students and let them
shadow your employees for an afternoon.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Boston
Michelle Demars
mdemars@yearup.org
617-542-1533 ext.1037 |
New York City:
Keanna King
kking@yearup.org
212-785-3340 ext.1301 |
Providence
Jill Holloway
jholloway@yearup.org
401-421-7819
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SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA
Jay Banfield
jbanfield@yearup.org
415-405-5064 |
Washington D.C.
Alice Drew adrew@yearup.org
703-312-9327 x1204 |
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