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Elevate: A Career Mentorship program!

Join Virtual Workshops to help at-risk young adults cultivate job skills. Help support young adults (ages 17 to 24) accepted into the Elevate program.

 

About the Elevate Program

The program supports young adults in Los Angeles who have gone through foster care, experienced homelessness, or have been impacted by the justice system, giving them skills they can use and immediately apply to their next job.​ 

  • If you had someone help you with these questions or remember finding the answers alone, please consider passing that knowledge on to others!  

Each Elevate young adult receives training and employment placement leading to L.A. Works' Workforce Development workshops.  Volunteers like yourself will then participate in L.A. Works' curriculum to give participants new career skills they can apply the next work day.  In less than 2 hours, your time in these workshops will help pay dividends to our community for generations to come!

Volunteer Roles Needed:

We’re recruiting volunteers who can participate in one or more workshops during the series. You may sign up for a single workshop or multiple workshops. It is up to you!  You will receive video training that you can complete on your own time in the week leading up to your workshop.  You will have the support of staff to answer questions before the workshop and staff leading the workshop curriculum so that you only need to focus on imparting your personal experience to applicants who are eager to hear from you.

What to Expect as an Elevate Volunteer: 

​After signing up, the Week of your Workshop, you will receive the following emails -  

  • A Wednesday email with our 15-minute training and Zoom link. 

  • A Thursday email with the same training and Zoom link with additional workshop materials.  You do not have to study these materials, but we make them available if you want to look them over. 

  • An orientation and staff support session before each workshop. All volunteers are welcome to attend - or - wait and log in for the workshop time.

The Volunteer's role at the Workshop: 

Staff will lead the workshop, and volunteers will lead the breakout rooms with staff support. The staff presentation will introduce the topic and start the conversation, and from there, your breakout rooms will continue that conversation.   

​Elevate Program Mission

It is our mission that these workshops help these young adults keep their employment and advance in the future. This is the support and guidance that so many young adults struggle to find, and each of your volunteer hours can make all the difference.

This project is part of L.A. Works' Workforce Development initiative, which strives to support underserved Angelenos who are seeking genuine help and guidance with career and job skills.  We’re here to support young adults who have not yet found a way to access mentorship or support regarding their potential, career opportunities, and future.  If you had someone help you with these questions or remember how you found the answers on your own, please consider passing that knowledge on to others!

QUESTIONS? Email:  workforcedevelopment@laworks.com

​LIST OF DATES & WORKSHOPS

Friday, Feb 14th, 2025 - WORKSHOP 1: Goal Setting
Friday, Feb 21st, 2025 - WORKSHOP 2: Workplace Behavior, Remote Culture, & Self-Advocating
Friday, Feb 28th, 2025 - WORKSHOP 3: Working with Different Personality Types
Friday, Mar 7th, 2025 - WORKSHOP 4: Workplace Communications & Public Speaking
Friday, Mar 14th, 2025 - WORKSHOP 5: Networking & Elevator Pitches
Friday, Mar 21st, 2025 - WORKSHOP 6: Career Day
Friday, Mar 28th, 2025 - WORKSHOP 7: Financial Literacy I: Budgeting Income
Friday, Apr 04th, 2025 - WORKSHOP 8: Financial Literacy II: Saving & Investing
Friday, Apr 11th, 2025 - WORKSHOP 9: How to Conduct a Successful Job Search
Friday, Apr 18th, 2025 - WORKSHOP 10: Paving Your own Path, From Idea to Income
Friday, Apr 25th, 2025 - WORKSHOP 11: Resumes, Cover Letters & Beyond
Friday, May 2nd, 2025 - WORKSHOP 12: Interviewing Like a Pro
Friday, May 9th, 2025 - WORKSHOP 13: Long-term Mentality & Reflecting on Goals

​TO SIGN UP, CLICK THE BOXES BELOW

Each box will take you to 3 or 4 of the corresponding Workshop Dates. Use the dropdown menus to choose your date(s). 

 

Share Your Job Experience with Young Adults in the Elevate Program (Part II)

L.A. Works is recruiting virtual volunteers to support young adults (17 to 24) who have been accepted into the Elevate Program. From underserved communities in Los Angeles, these young adults applied based on a strong desire to improve their lives through better employment and potential career tracks. Why: Sharing your experience with the next generation of job seekers will help shrink the skills gap that has widened due to education inequity. You can make a significant impact on young professionals who have not had a chance to ask for advice from experienced professionals before. Your hour or two spent in these workshops could pay dividends in our community for generations to come! Who: L.A. Works mobilizes volunteers to tackle critical issues in the Los Angeles area. This project is part of L.A. Works' Workforce Development initiative, which strives to support underserved Angelenos who need genuine help and guidance with career and job skills. We’re here to help young adults who have not yet found guidance regarding their potential, career opportunities, and future. If you had someone help you with these questions or remember how you found the answers on your own, we could use an hour or more of your time to pass that knowledge on to others! What to Expect: Each accepted applicant receives training and employment placement leading up to the workshops. Then, our workshop curriculum and volunteers, like yourself, will give applicants new career skills they can use and apply the next work day at their new job. Sign up below for the date or dates that you could help with. Complete the video training that you will receive the week of your workshop date. Log in to the video conferencing link at the correct date and time and stay for the duration. Contribute to the group conversation (on Zoom) while staff facilitates the topic. Give timely feedback when asked and work/mentor in small groups using the video conferencing platform. What's Required: The minimum age requirement for volunteers is 24 years of age or older. Access to Wi-Fi or Internet. ​You'll need a device with a Self-Facing Camera. Have your own Zoom Account on your phone, tablet, or laptop. If you do not have Zoom, you can sign up for a free Zoom account by clicking here. ​Complete the Training Video provided, which includes trauma-informed care responses. Because minors are involved, you will be asked to agree to follow training and staff directions. Thank you for understanding these requirements concerning minors and participants. Time Commitment: One time only 15-minute Video Training 2 hr. Zoom Workshop Session on your chosen date(s) This page is specifically recruiting volunteers for Workshops 4, 5, and 6: WORKSHOP 4: WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION & PUBLIC SPEAKING Led and supported by staff, you will work with participants on tips and tricks for public speaking and how to utilize communication skills in professional settings. WORKSHOP 5: NETWORKING & ELEVATOR PITCHES Led and supported by staff, you will work with participants on in-person networking skills and how to connect with people in their career fields of interest. WORKSHOP 6: CAREER DAY Led and supported by staff, this workshop will need two tiers of volunteers: a small group to serve as panelists who will briefly describe their career paths. Then, there is a larger need for volunteers to aid the panelists in sharing their experiences in greater depth and furthering the discussion in breakout rooms so the participants gain career knowledge. **Please note: If you are interested in sitting on this panel, please contact the Workforce Development team at workforcedevelopment@laworks.com at least two weeks before the workshop date after registering. TO SIGN-UP: Use the dropdown menu below to see the dates for Workshops 4, 5, & 6. Go to www.laworks.com/elevate for links to Workshops 7 through 13. You may sign up for a single workshop or multiple workshops by choosing a date and clicking the SIGN-UP button below. Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below. This opportunity is managed by L.A. Works. All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: /www.laworks.com/health-and-safety _____________________________________________________________________ By clicking "Sign Up" I certify I have read and agree to the Volunteer Terms and Conditions.

3/14/25 9:45 AM+More

Share Your Job Experience with Young Adults in the Elevate Program (Part III)

L.A. Works is recruiting virtual volunteers to support young adults (17 to 24) who have been accepted into the Elevate Program. From underserved communities in Los Angeles, these young adults applied based on a strong desire to improve their lives through better employment and potential career tracks. Why: Sharing your experience with the next generation of job seekers will help shrink the skills gap that has widened due to education inequity. You can make a significant impact on young professionals who have not had a chance to ask for advice from experienced professionals before. Your hour or two spent in these workshops could pay dividends in our community for generations to come! Who: L.A. Works mobilizes volunteers to tackle critical issues in the Los Angeles area. This project is part of L.A. Works' Workforce Development initiative, which strives to support underserved Angelenos who need genuine help and guidance with career and job skills. We’re here to help young adults who have not yet found guidance regarding their potential, career opportunities, and future. If you had someone help you with these questions or remember how you found the answers on your own, we could use an hour or more of your time to pass that knowledge on to others! What to Expect: Each accepted applicant receives training and employment placement leading up to the workshops. Then, our workshop curriculum and volunteers, like yourself, will give applicants new career skills they can use and apply the next work day at their new job. Sign up below for the date or dates that you could help with. Complete the video training that you will receive the week of your workshop date. Log in to the video conferencing link at the correct date and time and stay for the duration. Contribute to the group conversation (on Zoom) while staff facilitates the topic. Give timely feedback when asked and work/mentor in small groups using the video conferencing platform. What's Required: The minimum age requirement for volunteers is 24 years of age or older. Access to Wi-Fi or Internet. ​You'll need a device with a Self-Facing Camera. Have your own Zoom Account on your phone, tablet, or laptop. If you do not have Zoom, you can sign up for a free Zoom account by clicking here. ​Complete the Training Video provided, which includes trauma-informed care responses. Because minors are involved, you will be asked to agree to follow training and staff directions. Thank you for understanding these requirements concerning minors and participants. Time Commitment: One time only 15-minute Video Training 2 hr. Zoom Workshop Session on your chosen date(s) This page is specifically recruiting volunteers for our 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th Workshops in the series: WORKSHOP 7: FINANCIAL LITERACY PART 1: BUDGETING INCOME Led and supported by staff, you will help participants learn budgeting skills along with key terms to help them understand their paychecks and how to achieve financial success. WORKSHOP 8: FINANCIAL LITERACY PART 2: SAVING AND INVESTING Led and supported by staff, you will help participants learn about saving, investing, and common financial terms to help them manage their financial future. WORKSHOP 9: HOW TO CONDUCT A SUCCESSFUL JOB SEARCH Led and supported by staff, participants learn how to properly fill out a job application and stand out amongst other candidates. Help share an overview of the job search process, methods of finding work, and tools for successful job hunt. WORKSHOP 10: PAVING YOUR OWN PATH: FROM IDEA TO INCOME Led and supported by staff, participants will have the opportunity to learn how to use their own talent and skills to create small business ventures for themselves and the reality of starting a small business. TO SIGN-UP: Use the dropdown menu below to see the dates for Workshops 7, 8, 9 & 10. Go to www.laworks.com/elevate for links to Workshops 11 through 13. You may sign up for a single workshop or multiple workshops by choosing a date and clicking the SIGN-UP button below. Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below. This opportunity is managed by L.A. Works. All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: /www.laworks.com/health-and-safety _____________________________________________________________________ By clicking "Sign Up" I certify I have read and agree to the Volunteer Terms and Conditions.

3/28/25 9:45 AM+More

Share Your Job Experience with Young Adults in the Elevate Program (Part IV)

L.A. Works is recruiting virtual volunteers to support young adults (17 to 24) who have been accepted into the Elevate Program. From underserved communities in Los Angeles, these young adults applied based on a strong desire to improve their lives through better employment and potential career tracks. Why: Sharing your experience with the next generation of job seekers will help shrink the skills gap that has widened due to education inequity. You can make a significant impact on young professionals who have not had a chance to ask for advice from experienced professionals before. Your hour or two spent in these workshops could pay dividends in our community for generations to come! Who: L.A. Works mobilizes volunteers to tackle critical issues in the Los Angeles area. This project is part of L.A. Works' Workforce Development initiative, which strives to support underserved Angelenos who need genuine help and guidance with career and job skills. We’re here to help young adults who have not yet found guidance regarding their potential, career opportunities, and future. If you had someone help you with these questions or remember how you found the answers on your own, we could use an hour or more of your time to pass that knowledge on to others! What to Expect: Each accepted applicant receives training and employment placement leading up to the workshops. Then, our workshop curriculum and volunteers, like yourself, will give applicants new career skills they can use and apply the next work day at their new job. Sign up below for the date or dates that you could help with. Complete the video training that you will receive the week of your workshop date. Log in to the video conferencing link at the correct date and time and stay for the duration. Contribute to the group conversation (on Zoom) while staff facilitates the topic. Give timely feedback when asked and work/mentor in small groups using the video conferencing platform. What's Required: The minimum age requirement for volunteers is 24 years of age or older. Access to Wi-Fi or Internet. ​You'll need a device with a Self-Facing Camera. Have your own Zoom Account on your phone, tablet, or laptop. If you do not have Zoom, you can sign up for a free Zoom account by clicking here. ​Complete the Training Video provided, which includes trauma-informed care responses. Because minors are involved, you will be asked to agree to follow training and staff directions. Thank you for understanding these requirements concerning minors and participants. Time Commitment: One time only 15-minute Video Training 2 hr. Zoom Workshop Session on your chosen date(s) This page is specifically recruiting volunteers for our 11th, 12th, and 13th Workshops in this series: WORKSHOP 11: RESUMES, COVER LETTERS AND BEYOND Led and supported by staff, you will help participants who will be given tips and tricks on crafting or editing a resume. Participants will also learn the importance of a cover letter, and they will be guided on how to use their voice and story to connect them to the job they are applying for. WORKSHOP 12: INTERVIEWING LIKE A PRO Led and supported by staff, you will help participants learn best practices for interviewing, which will be reinforced through witnessing and participating in mock interviews. WORKSHOP 13: LONG-TERM MENTALITY AND REFLECTING ON GOALS Led and supported by staff, you will help participants reflect on the goals they set in the first workshop, along with learning emotional tools to help them lead healthy and successful lives while on their career journey. TO SIGN-UP: Use the dropdown menu below to see the dates for Workshops 11, 12, & 13. These are the last workshops in this series! Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below. This opportunity is managed by L.A. Works. All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: /www.laworks.com/health-and-safety _____________________________________________________________________ By clicking "Sign Up" I certify I have read and agree to the Volunteer Terms and Conditions.

4/25/25 9:45 AM+More

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