Project Step
Strategies for Teen Employment Preparation, or Project STEP, helps teens understand and prepare to meet the rigorous expectations of the world of work through work-readiness workshops, job shadowing opportunities and internships. Topics covered include:
- Learning how to prepare a resume, fill out a job application, and choose references
- Preparing for an interview
- Communicating with supervisors and colleagues
- Working as part of a team and independently
- Exploring career options
- Pursuing advanced training and education
“The YWCA was such an important part of my young adult life. Being involved with the YWCA taught me to be proud of where I grew up, allowed me to give back to my community, and gave me the skills and confidence to succeed in the larger world.
Working as both a Junior and Senior Counselor at City Camp was my home away from home. And Project STEP was my entryway into college and the professional world.”
Naychelle Lucas, YWCA Lowell Board member and Project STEP graduate, earned her Bachelor's degree from UMass-Amherst and is employed as a Project and Events Manager in private industry.