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Youth Workforce Services

EMDC offers paid mentorships and training to people ages 16-24, providing individualized support while they build the skills necessary to thrive in the workforce environment. Participants receive hands-on experience in a work setting and one-on-one career counseling — all while earning a paycheck.

Earn a paycheck while you learn
Explore careers with employers who are hiring in your area (including healthcare, information technology, and skilled labor)
Work at a local business while mentored by EMDC and the employer
Job coaching, resume building, leadership development, supportive services, and more

Youth workforce participant, Graça came to the US from Angola seeking asylum. After two On-The- Job-Trainings with senior electricians, Graça has been thriving at both work and Washington County Community College, where he was recognized as the WCCC 2022 Student of the Year!

-Graça

As a young mother, I felt unsure of what steps to take to begin a career. I was introduced to EMDC, and it gave me the courage and confidence to want to further my education, and set myself up for success.

-RACHEL, BAILEYVILLE

EMDC has introduced me to an array of resources I never knew existed, let alone were so easily available to people like me. My Work Experience with EMDC has and continues to teach me crucial skills and confidence that I will carry with me throughout the rest of my career.

-YARROW, EAST MACHIAS

HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?

Text or call (207) 991-0147 or email workforce@emdc.org to get connected for more information on how we can help you. From there we will help you identify your strengths and values while connecting you with meaningful job opportunities tailored to your interests.

Text or Call (207) 991-0147

So far I’ve done a lot- I’ve done spreadsheets, I got to be out in the community with the youth, doing outreach, working with people hands on-exactly what I love to do: helping people be there for people

-KEKE, BANGOR

We learn all kinds of transferable skills, and important things we can take into the workforce not only with just one job but multiple jobs to help us really land a good career and help us move forward

-BECKY

ELIGIBILITY

To qualify, participants must be:

Residents of Aroostook, Penobscot, Piscataquis, Hancock, Washington, Androscoggin, Franklin, Kennebec, Oxford, or Somerset counties
Aged 16-24
Have demonstrated need, which may include having low income, a skills deficiency, no stable home, children, a record of arrest, a disability, or being out of school

Unsure if you qualify? We can still help! EMDC partners with a network of programs throughout Maine with the shared goal of paving a better path for youth.

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YOUNG MAINERS WORKFORCE PROGRAM

If you are between the ages of 16-24 and looking to start your career, this on-going virtual program is for you. Build the skills necessary to thrive in the workforce, connect with employers, and learn about work and education opportunities all while earning a check.

Earn a paycheck while you learn
Explore careers with employers who are hiring in your area (including healthcare, IT & skilled labor)
Training tailored towards your interests

For questions email Workforce@emdc.org or call (207) 991-0147