Awarding the highest number of short-term certificates in the construction field in the Twin Cities (Lightcast, 2024), Summit Academy OIC achieves its results through industry-informed training, employer partnerships, and rigorous internal and external evaluation. But did you know that Summit Academy also offers the Youth Career Pathways program that introduces Minneapolis youth to STEM skills and careers? Read on to learn more about how Summit works with Minneapolis youth to build a diverse, skilled, and confident workforce.
Offering Cutting-Edge Skills & Industry Connections
Summit Academy OIC invites Minneapolis teenagers to explore their future careers through Youth Career Pathways, where they can gain proficiency in technical skills. With technology playing a critical role in most industries, our programs equip students with the most in-demand skills. By connecting them with local businesses, we introduce students to a range of career options they might not have considered. Additionally, exposure to Summit’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) raises early awareness of post-secondary opportunities. From creative projects to business skills, our youth programs prepare teens for career success.
Gaining Real-World Experience
Several Youth Career Pathways students are interning this summer at:
Investing in Tomorrow's Filmmakers
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Scaling Up for Greater Impact
We have the $13 million goal for the Scaling Up for Greater Impact campaign within our sights, thanks to your generosity!
Among other initiatives, the Scaling Up campaign will help establish pathways for Minneapolis youth toward post-secondary programs and career success. With an infusion of additional resources, more students will access the Youth Career Pathways program that includes:
By training youth, we’re helping grow an employment pipeline as local employers seek to diversify their talent pools. You can help connect the future workforce with these employers with your gift to the Scaling Up campaign to benefit the Youth Career Pathways program.
Your generous gift today will train more youth and connect them to businesses in the community as they explore career options in the Youth Career Pathways program.
Student Talo Stevens designed this bus shelter rendering in the Design Studio course in summer 2023.
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