Youth and Young Adult Programs for Ages 18-24
Our Digital Navigators Program and Annual Youth Career Compass Summit Offer Support for Young People on Career-Direct Pathways.
Two-Part Digital Navigator (DN) Training and Paid Internship Program
Part I:
2-Week Training & Northstar Cerification
Measured Skills Gain:
o Effective Communication
o Leadership & Self Confidence
o Instruction Strategy
o Active Listening
o Time Management
o Conflict Resolution
o Curriculum Development
o Relationship Building
o Northstar IT Certification
Part II:
4-Week Internship at a DC Community Site
Benefits from Professional Work Experience (WEX):
o Gain Practical Work Experience
o Insight into Workplace Protocols
o Understand Workplace Culture
o Professional Communication
o Recognize Positive Contribution
o Build Professional Network
o Explore Career Paths
o Improve Employability
o Financial Benefit
The Digital Navigators Program is two-fold. It helps older adults attain digital knowledge and keyboard skills serving to bridge the challenging digital gap; and it provides youth and young adults with the essential work experience needed to expand professional opportunities and build long term career success.
