YouthBuild Information Session

Are you a Bridgeport youth between the ages of 18-24 and interested in learning, earning and serving your community by helping to build affordable housing? YouthBuild Bridgeport is for you.

YouthBuild, a program of the WorkPlace, is currently accepting 22 Bridgeport youth into the first training group starting March 13, 2017.

Once accepted youth will:

• Work toward obtaining their High School Diploma or GED
• Work toward gaining construction training, industry recognized credentials, and onsite work experience in partnership with Habitat for Humanity and Park City Communities
• Earn a stipend during the 6 months of training
• An iPad fully loaded with program materials and tools upon completion
• Transportation assistance to the program, if needed
• Case Management & Graduate Services for 1 year after completion

If you are or know a youth that wants an opportunity to start a career, contact Carmen Nieves at (203) 610-8478 or via email at [email protected].