Career Exploration YouthBuild
Fast-track your education and employment goals
YouthBuild
Join YouthBuild, a program for youth and young adults ages 17 – 24, to complete your GED while exploring a career in construction and gaining work experience.
You will receive classroom-based academic instruction and leadership development training, which complement on-the-job skills gained through paid job training in the construction of housing for local, low-income families. After graduation, you will be prepared to enroll in postsecondary education, find full-time employment, or deepen your job training by entering another Center for Sustainable Careers program.
Each year, YouthBuild helps 30 young adults fast-track their education and employment goals.
Program Details
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All YouthBuild participants complete a comprehensive program designed for long-term educational and career success. Throughout the program, you’ll receive:
- Biweekly AmeriCorps stipend
- Academic assistance leading to a high school diploma or GED
- Hands-on job training in the construction field
- Nationally recognized industry certifications
- Job placement or educational enrollment assistance
- Post-graduation support for one year
Eligibility
YouthBuild applicants must be:
- Baltimore City residents
- Ages 17 – 24
- Someone without a high school diploma or a recent high school graduate
Application Process
Our application process helps ensure that the program is a good match for you.
- Submit a brief application
- Attend an information session (you’ll receive a link to register after applying)
- Complete a first interview
- Receive an acceptance decision and confirm your enrollment in an upcoming class
Learn more about the process, watch our informational session, and start your application here.
Program Funding Disclosure
YouthBuild is a national model. Civic Works’ YouthBuild program is supported by two U.S. Department of Labor grants. Under the 2020 grant, a total of $1,099,999, or 80% of the program is financed with federal funds, and $275,000, or 20% is funded by other sources. Under the 2022 grant, a total of $1,472,000, or 80% of the program is financed with federal funds, and $368,000.00, or 20% is funded by other sources.