Works Wonders®

Are you a young person looking to learn more or join the Works Wonders program? Click the button below to get started and apply!

Simply put, older youth who have “aged out” of foster care, who have experienced homelessnes, or who have been involved with the justice system have more barriers on their journey towards meaningful work than other 18-21 year olds. 

The Works Wonders® program addresses the career readiness needs that these youth face. We’re connecting systems-involved youth to meaningful employment and paid work experiences. Our career development and employment engagement program provides:

• 12 hours of skills training to enhance career readiness

• 12 weeks of one-on-one career coaching with staff employment specialists 

• Paid work-based learning opportunities (like internships, job shadows, and informational interviews)

• Opportunities to earn industry certifications such as CPR or ServSafe

Some work readiness programs only let you participate if you read or can do math at certain skill levels. In Works Wonders®, we believe that no matter where you are starting from, you can find success. We are committed to helping all young people explore career pathways and gain employment; there are no minimum requirements to participate; you must simply be between the ages of 14 and 26, currently or formerly in foster care, experiencing housing instability and homelessness, or have a history of justice system involvement.

How do I know Works Wonders® works?

Works Wonders® has been independently evaluated showing success in helping youth increase important skills, reduce barriers to employment, and in finding and keeping jobs. Check out what we learned here.

Interested in Becoming a Works Wonders® Employer Partner?

Click the button below to learn more about how you can bring Works Wonders® participants to your organization (at no cost) and make an impact in our community.