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Year Up United Career Connect
Career Connect is designed specifically for college student like you. Register for the Spring 2026 session now, and step confidently into your career!
Gain the skills and confidence to launch your career after college – for free and in a way that fits your schedule.
Year Up United Career Connect is a 6-week program (just 2-4 hours each week) that helps community college students learn job skills that employers want, so you can launch your career. Complete the form below to APPLY.
HOW IT WORKS
Flexible Schedule of Workshops
Virtual, interactive workshops are held at different times during the week, so you can join even with a busy schedule. Topics include confidence, motivation, personal branding, and growth mindset.
Online Community Engagement
Connect with other students and the program leaders during and between sessions. This builds a strong community and helps you hone your skills.
Learning Hub for Resources
Use the Career Connect hub to find helpful tools and resources. You can also participate in challenges and share your progress with the group. Students have access to the hub during the program and for 8 weeks after.
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Learn more about Career Connect
WHO CAN APPLY
- If you are enrolled with one of our Career Connect college partners, you are eligible.
- If you are 18 or older and are planning to pursue a career after finishing your program (degree or certificate) at a U.S. community college, you can also apply.
- Participants should be available for 2-4 hours/week during the duration of the 6-week program.
Have questions? Email us at careerconnect@yearupunited.org
Career Connect Registration
Note: Career Connect is a distinct program within Year Up United’s young adult training offerings. It is completely separate from Year Up United’s Career Pathways job training program, which is full time, hybrid, and can last up to a year— requiring a larger time investment from participants. Career Connect is designed specifically to fit the needs and schedules of college students, offering you flexibility while supplementing your education with the career readiness skills that will prepare you for your next step.
KEY DATES
Career Connect sessions are held three times per year in the spring, summer, and fall. Here are the details for our next session:Registration Deadline: March 18
Complete your registration form by this date to be able to attend a kickoff session.
Kickoff Sessions: March 16-19
The kickoff is a one-hour session covering program expectations, portal navigation, and Q&A. Register for and attend one kickoff session to fulfill your enrollment requirements.
Program Begins: Week of March 23
The 6-week program begins, with two topics offered each week. All enrollment requirements must be completed to participate.
Final Enrollment Deadline: March 27
All enrollment requirements must be completed by this date to join the Spring 2026 cohort of Career Connect.
Enrollment Requirements
1. Submit registration and application forms
2. Watch onboarding video
3. Register for kickoff and/or session
Year Up United Career Connect Partners Include:
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Build your skills. Grow your network. Launch your career.
About Year Up United
Year Up United is a job training nonprofit founded in 2000. We have helped more than 50,000 young adults gain higher-paying careers at top companies. The Career Connect program leverages our proven career readiness curriculum and is led by our expert facilitators.
