Year Up United Career Connect

Step confidently into your career.

Gain the skills, confidence, and support to launch your career after community 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 grow your network.

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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Career Connect Registration

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WHO CAN APPLY

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 apply to Year Up United Career Connect.
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

KEY DATES

Application Deadline: March 17, 2025

Your application must be submitted by this deadline to join the program.

Program Start Date: March 24, 2025

The 6-week program begins. Participants must complete a live orientation session or watch the on-demand orientation video in order to enroll and register for workshops.

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Year Up United Career Connect Partners Include:

“Not only have I acquired knowledge of various, unparalleled lessons and skills, but I have also established connections with many remarkable individuals. I highly recommend this program to any student who has the chance to participate.”

Julisa Veron

Year Up United Career Connect Participant

“The Career Connect program was a phenomenal experience. It enriched my professional toolkit and prepared me for future challenges. I'm eager to apply these skills in my current role and contribute more effectively to our team's goals.”

Ignacio Valdez

Year Up United Career Connect Participant

“I am grateful for the opportunity to participate in Career Connect; it has been an invaluable experience! I met many like-minded individuals throughout this program, who have evolved my networking skills and abilities to grow in learning more about myself. Year Up United has had a transformative impact on my career journey.”

Taylor Gestl

Year Up United Career Connect Participant

Build your skills. Grow your network. Launch your career.

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About Year Up United

Year Up United is a job training nonprofit founded in 2000. We have helped more than 47,500 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.

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