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Youth programs at Workforce Boulder County

Workforce Boulder County youth programs are designed to help teenagers and young adults develop and improve employability skills, gain basic skills comprehension, and encourage school retention and completion.

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WIA –Workforce Investment Act (Youth and Young Adult)
Purpose: To aid 14-21 year old youth who meet specific income guidelines and have other educational and/or employment barriers.

Description: This is a year-round, multi-faceted program. Its approach is designed to help youth develop workplace success skills, strengthen basic skills while encouraging school and work retention and achieve career goals.

How we get clients: Youth ages 14-21 are referred to WIA by parents, schools, social services agencies, and community based organizations.
Youth must be willing and capable to participate in the program.

Benefits/Services of Program

  • Academic Skills Assessment
  • Tutoring/Study Skills
  • Vocational/Career Planning
  • Internships (paid and unpaid)
  • Job Search Assistance
  • Resume and Interview Workshops
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Supportive Services
  • Leadership Skills
  • GED/High School Completion
  • Workplace Success Skills

General Eligibility Requirements

  • Reside in Boulder County
  • Be a US citizen or registered alien
  • Meet federal income Guidelines
  • Have all required documentation
  • In need of assistance to complete their education or work placement and retention goals
  • Commit to a twelve-month follow-up upon successful completion of the program

How to enroll

  1. Meet with Youth and Young Adult Program Specialist.
  2. Complete all forms/paperwork and provide all necessary documentation.
  3. Make an appointment for career development and assessments.
  4. Develop individual service strategy for employment goal.
Program Staff
Boulder Staff:
Carrie Wichman – Phone: 303.301.2924 / Fax: 303.939.0054, WfBC 2520 55th Street, Suite 100, Boulder, CO 80301
Longmont Staff:
Marcy Campbell – Phone: 303.827.7438 / Fax: 303.651.0288, WfBC 1500 Kansas Avenue Suite 4D Longmont, CO 80501
Ryan Fischer- Phone: 303.827.7410/ Fax: 303.651.0288, WfBC 1500 Kansas Ave Suite 4D Longmont CO 80501
Tim Arnold- Phone: 303.827.7452/ Fax: 303.651.0288, WfBC 1500 Kansas Ave Suite 4D Longmont CO 80501

If you are interested in participating in WfBC youth programs please contact our Longmont or Boulder office.