Fact Sheet
Worksite Request

We are no longer taking applications for the Summer Youth Program,
please check back to see if additional slots should become available.

The Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Youth Program provides intensive services to youth ages 16–21. The Cumberland County Workforce Development Center’s objective is to empower today’s youth with the knowledge and opportunities that will help provide the basis for future success.

Our focus is based on the neediest youth as defined by the legislation. Any youth, who is a resident of Cumberland County and meets the criteria set by WIA, may participate the following services: career guidance and counseling, alternative educational opportunities, tutoring, job readiness skills, retention concepts as related to the local market information (LMI) leadership development, and exposure to paid and unpaid work experience opportunities, summer employment, occupational skills training and supportive services that will enhance their possibilities of successfully transitioning into self sufficiency.

Our program service levels are guided by our Youth Council and Workforce Development Board (WDB). The elements of our program are supported by cultural enrichment and community services activities that allow participants to get hands-on experience. These opportunities enhance learning and have been well received by the youth.