Youth Employment Program - Black Girl Beauty Youth Initiative

BLACK GIRL BEAUTY

Youth Employment
Program

Connecting youth ages 14-25 with meaningful employment opportunities, career development, and professional growth across diverse industries.

Employment Program Overview

Our Youth Employment Program provides comprehensive support to help young people secure meaningful employment, develop professional skills, and build successful careers.

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Job Placement Services

Direct connections to employers, interview preparation, and ongoing support throughout the hiring process.

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Career Development

Professional skills training, resume building, and career advancement planning for long-term success.

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Employer Partnerships

Strong relationships with local businesses committed to hiring and developing young talent.

Program Benefits

💰 Starting wages from $10/hour
🏥 Benefits available with advancement
📚 Ongoing training & education
🚀 Career advancement opportunities
👥 Mentorship & support network

Current Youth Job Openings

Explore our available positions designed to launch your career with hands-on experience and professional development

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Administrative Assistant

Office support, data entry, filing, and general administrative duties.

Starting $10/hour
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Sales Administrative Assistant

Support sales team with customer data, order processing, and client communications.

Starting $10/hour
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Manufacturing Technician

Production line work, quality control, and equipment operation in manufacturing settings.

Starting $10/hour
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Graphic Design Administrator

Assist with design projects, file management, and creative administrative tasks.

Starting $10/hour
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Social Media Marketing Administrator

Content scheduling, engagement tracking, and social media campaign support.

Starting $10/hour
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Recruiting Administrator

Support HR team with candidate screening, interview scheduling, and recruitment tasks.

Starting $10/hour
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Digital Storytelling Administrator

Assist with content creation, story development, and digital media projects.

Starting $10/hour
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Beauty Pre-Apprentice

Learn beauty techniques, client service, and industry fundamentals.

Starting $10/hour
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Performing Arts Pre-Apprentice

Develop performance skills, stage management, and arts administration experience.

Starting $10/hour
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Audio Production Pre-Apprentice

Learn sound engineering, recording techniques, and audio equipment operation.

Starting $10/hour
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Construction Pre-Apprentice

Basic construction skills, safety training, and hands-on building experience.

Starting $10/hour

Comprehensive Support Services

We provide wraparound services to ensure your success from application to career advancement

Pre-Employment Support

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Skills Assessment

Comprehensive evaluation of your skills, interests, and career goals to match you with the right opportunities.

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Resume & Interview Prep

Professional resume writing, interview coaching, and workplace communication skills training.

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Professional Development

Workplace etiquette, time management, conflict resolution, and leadership skills development.

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Job Matching

Personalized job matching based on your skills, schedule, and career aspirations.

Ongoing Support

🎯 Job Coaching

Regular check-ins with dedicated job coaches to ensure workplace success and address any challenges.

📚 Continued Education

Access to additional training, certifications, and educational opportunities for career advancement.

🌟 Career Advancement

Support for promotions, career transitions, and long-term professional growth planning.

Success Stories

Real stories from program participants who have built successful careers through our employment program

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"Started as a Beauty Pre-Apprentice and now I run my own beauty services. The program taught me both the skills and business side!"
- Keisha, 22
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"From Audio Production Pre-Apprentice to working at a local recording studio. The hands-on training made all the difference!"
- Marcus, 20
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"The Construction Pre-Apprentice program gave me confidence with tools and safety. Now I'm working on residential projects and loving it!"
- Jasmine, 19

Ready to Start Your Career?

Join our Youth Employment Program and take the first step toward a rewarding career with competitive wages and growth opportunities.

Eligibility Requirements

Ages 14-25
Commitment to employment
Reliable transportation
Legal authorization to work

Application Process

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Submit Application

Complete our online application with your basic information, work history, and career interests.

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Skills Assessment

Meet with our team for a comprehensive skills assessment and career planning session.

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Job Matching

We'll match you with employment opportunities that align with your skills and career goals.

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Start Working

Begin your new career with ongoing support and coaching for continued success.

Black Girl Beauty

Connecting youth with meaningful employment opportunities and building pathways to successful careers.

Youth Employment Program
Youth Employment Program (ages 14-25)

ABOUT Y.E.P. TRAINING PROGRAM:

Black Girl Beauty Youth Employment Program (B.G.B.Y.E.P.) prepares students to achieve success through innovative partnerships and unique job readiness experiences. We help students meet both their personal and educational goals as they embark on their unique careers. The (B.G.B.YE.P.) training is designed to work hand-in-hand with our apprenticeship programs, teaching the business sides of the trades and everything that keeps it going; focusing on entrepreneurship, credit, finance, careers, relationships and personal development while working on the job training in unique talents that enhance and help grow the personal trades business.

Black Girl Beauty Youth Employment Program (B.G.B.Y.E.P.) was created in affiliation with Black Girl Beauty National Association, which brings together beauty, performing arts, audio engineering, construction and other nationwide business organizations. These dynamic partnerships help participants overcome barriers to employment like disabilities, homelessness, foster care, low incomes, teen parenting and/or criminal backgrounds and make the connection between education and work. Black Girl Beauty Foundation’s staff and affiliate partners work with participants of the B.G.B.Y.E.P. programs to set career goals and equip them with the necessary skills to enter the workforce.

Their curriculum and network of industry supporters provides unique opportunities for participants. The program offers direct entry into participants’ chosen field of study. The (B.G.B.Y.E.P.) is a comprehensive 120-hour apprenticeship-readiness program which makes it easier for participants to transition into apprenticeship and job opportunities. We focus on teaching the business and financial side of the trades. Participants can also receive 10 hours of training for OSHA, First Aid, and CPR certifications. Additionally, our career center, which houses five state-of-the art occupations, allows our students to develop a skill that can be transferred into any of the unique trades that we offer for them to pursue.

In addition to curricular opportunities, B.G.B.Y.E.P. participants are also provided access to numerous personal and community experiences. Through our community partnerships, we look forward to helping our participants learn life skills and the business side of entrepreneurship. They experienced the classroom, the hands-on through our pre-apprenticeship programs. But through our employment programs they get to learn the business side in depth.

It is the combination of our curriculum and our network of partners which allows B.G.B.Y.E.P. to build brighter futures and ensure that our graduates have the tools to achieve lifelong personal and professional success.

SOME JOBS ARE REMOTE AND OTHERS ARE HYBRID/LIVE-IN-PERSON.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM (Y.E.P.)

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore our programs, discover the opportunities that await you, and join a community committed to excellence, culture, and empowerment.