E³ Youth Program

Workforce Solutions knows what tools you need to get a job, keep a job, or find a better job. Assistance with job search, work, and educational expenses are available for those who qualify.

The E3 Youth Program provides youth with access to the support, information, and learning opportunities needed to succeed in today’s economy.

If you’re between the ages of 16-24 and:
- In need of money
- Interested in a paid internship
- Interested in upgrading your job skills

We can help you! 

E³ means Empower - Educate - Employ

Empower: Youth Career Counselors and Facilitators empower Youth to discover career paths based on their interests and help address barriers by providing resources in the form of support services, labor market information, mentoring, and referrals to community partner agencies.

Educate: Through the Job Readiness Curriculum, Youth learn the importance of soft skills, financial literacy, community engagement, and options for employment and post-secondary education.

Employ: Youth are placed at job sites based on their interests to gain valuable work experience while earning an income and reinforcing the soft skills learned from the Job Readiness Curriculum. 

Additional Services Available

	Adult Mentoring Mentoring offers youth the opportunity to learn from an adult who will share guidance and support throughout the program.
	Auxiliary Aids & Services Assistive devices and services are available at the centers for youth with vision and hearing impairments and other disabilities. American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter services are also available. To schedule an ASL interpreter, a request must be made (3) business days in advance.
	Entrepreneurial Skills Youth interested in starting and operating a small business can gain basic knowledge and training about starting and running a business.
	Financial Literacy Education To make informed financial decisions, Youth learn about valuable financial topics such as budgeting, credit card, and student loan debt.
	Follow-up Services Upon program completion, Youth will continue to receive follow-up services for up to 12 months to ensure success and self-sufficiency.
	GED/ESL Youth interested in completing ESL or GED certification can be referred to local Adult and Literacy Education partners.
	Guidance & Counseling Career & academic counseling, including referrals to partner programs for drug & alcohol abuse and mental health.
	Job Readiness Curriculum Provides lessons about soft skills, career paths, job search strategies, resume writing, and interview skills
	Labor Market & Career Information Youth are provided with data-driven information about occupations, career trends, and salaries available in the workforce area.
	Leadership Development Participation in workshops encourages Youth to learn about civic responsibility, life skills, and teamwork.
	Occupational Skills Training Financial assistance is available to help pay for training in multiple occupations in growing industries with good earning potential.
	Paid Internships In a real-world setting, youth gain valuable work experience all while earning a paycheck.
	Post-Secondary Transitional Activities Improve academic readiness, identify postsecondary strengths and interests, acquire assistance with college and institutional applications, admissions, and financial aid.
	Support Services Pending eligibility requirements, Youth may receive financial assistance to help pay for childcare, transportation, uniforms, work gear, rent, and utility expenses.
	Tutoring Strategies to improve study skills.

Programs

Workforce Solutions offers training opportunities in target and high-demand occupations for eligible individuals. 

Target & Demand Occupations Learn more about these target and high-demand occupations for our region.

Eligible Training Provider List

The Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL) is an online guide to Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) training programs approved by the State of Texas. Training and education providers maintain their program information online through this portal. 

Career Resources

At Workforce Solutions, we provide the resources and tools you need to make well-informed decisions about post-secondary education, career paths, employment, and much more.

Career Planning Tools

	Texas Career Check Explore careers & higher educational options based on your interests.
	Texas Reality Check Will you be able to afford the lifestyle you want? Texas Reality Check will show you how much your living expenses will cost, and the amount of money you’ll need to earn to pay for them.
	Jobs Y'All Discover Texas Industries – Learn about the eight high-paying, fast-growing industries in Texas and from the people working in these industries.
	Texas Internship Challenge Search internship opportunities based on a keyword and/or location.
	My Next Move Search careers in an industry that best matches your interests and learn what careers will grow rapidly or will have many openings.
	O*NET OnLine Explore detailed descriptions of occupations to help determine if a certain career is right for you. The information available includes an outlook for careers, career clusters, STEM-related occupations, and more!
	mySkills myFuture Explore career matches that may require similar skills and experiences to past jobs, along with information on training, employment outlook, and job listings for those career matches.

Educational Tools

	Texas CREWS Texas CREWS interactive dashboards help you compare Texas public universities, public colleges, majors, and career schools based on graduate wages, student loan levels, graduation rates, and more.
	Texas OnCourse Offers a step-by-step career and college planning tool for educators, students, and parents. Your source for college and career preparation.
	Texas Genuine Explore career fields and college programs that can help get you there!

Job Search Tools

	Work in Texas Online job-matching and workforce service system to assist an individual seeking work in Texas.
	Career Coach Discover majors and in-demand careers and education based on your interests!
	Texas Workforce Commission Labor Market and Career Information Help Wanted Online provides the latest real-time industry and employment trends for jobs in the State of Texas by occupation, industry, and geography.

Additional Resources

	Job Readiness Curriculum The Job Readiness Curriculum consists of ten modules focused on improving soft skills for success in the workplace which upon completion can result in a certificate.
	InterviewStream Prep InterviewStream Prep uses mock interviews to help you practice the essential soft skills that employers need most. Build the skills and confidence you need to land your dream job. Register and create an account for free!

Resources for Foster Youth

	BCFS Health and Human Services-McAllen The Office of Victim Advocacy & Violence Prevention assists UTRGV former foster youth students who are transitioning to the University. The purpose of the office is to promote academic success for former foster youth students.
	UTRGV The Office of Victim Advocacy & Violence Prevention assists UTRGV former foster youth students who are transitioning to the University. The purpose of the office is to promote academic success for former foster youth students.
	South Texas College As an academic institution with more than 120 degree and certificate options and five campuses across the Rio Grande Valley, STC is a valuable academic partner for short-term as well as long-term job training.
	Region One Education Service Center As part of a state-wide system, Region One ESC serves 38 school districts and offers research-based professional learning opportunities, collaboration and networking, quality instructional resources, and access to highly skilled professionals.

Connect With Us!

In order to determine how best to serve you, we invite you to schedule your virtual or in-person orientation to get more information about what program is right for you! 

Schedule an Appointment

In order to determine how best to serve you, we invite you to schedule your virtual or in-person orientation to get more information about what program is right for you! 

• In-person – Visit any one of the 5 workforce centers listed below

• Online

• E-mail info@wfsolutions.org

• Online WFS Live Chat

Attend a Virtual Orientation to learn all about our services

• General Orientation of Services(English & Spanish)

Upcoming Events/Webinars

• Calendar of Events