Year Up is an award-winning national 501(c)3 organization striving to close the Opportunity Divide by providing urban young adults ages 18-24 with the skills, experience, and support that will empower...
Year Up is an award-winning national 501(c)3 organization striving to close the Opportunity Divide by providing urban young adults ages 18-24 with the skills, experience, and support that will empower them to reach their potential through professional careers and higher education. Through a one-year intensive training program, these young adults complete a unique combination of rigorous, hands-on technical and professional skills, college credit and corporate internships. With an annual operating budget of $100 million, Year Up will serve over 3,000 students in 2016 nationwide.
Consistently voted one of the "Best Non-Profits to Work For"​ by the Non-Profit Times, Year Up is a rewarding place to work. Our staff is passionate, supportive, mission-driven, and committed to positive change and continuous learning. We set high standards for both ourselves and our students, and live by a set of core values that reflect an unshakable belief in the talent and full potential of our young adults. The work we do is life-changing, and we know that our team is the greatest asset in achieving our mission.
Support young adults as a volunteer, mentor, or tutor: http://www.yearup.org/get-involved/
Apply to join Year Up's team: http://www.yearup.org/about-us/careers/
Tell a young adult you know to apply to our program: http://www.yearup.org/seize-opportunity/