Career Skills Mentoring
The Career Skills Program incorporates mentorship with employment skills. For 6-8 weeks, students receive one hour per week of group training and mentoring in basic job/employability skills such as: how to fill out an employment application, creating a positive image through “dressing for success,” and successful interviewing techniques. Students also benefit from motivational speakers, who address such topics as the importance of school achievement and the qualities demonstrated by successful employees. Students use their learning and newly acquired skills to “apply” for positions with one of our local business partners and receive a match with a business mentor for on-the-job guidance. Each student receives meaningful job experience, training, and a stipend.
“I learned so much working with my Bigs,” says Joe. “Now I know I want to become a doctor!”
Interested in becoming a Career Skills Mentor in your community? We’d love to welcome you to the world of Bigs! Please email our Match Support Specialists for Palm Beach or Martin County and we’ll be in touch right away!
