Youth Programs Be Future Ready!
Develop the skills to have a successful career
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Your Future, Your Path
At Capital Workforce Partners, we believe every young person deserves the chance to be Future Ready. Whether you’re just starting your journey or ready to take the next step, there are no wrong doors—our youth programs are here to help you gain experience, explore opportunities, and build confidence.
Through our programs, you’ll get more than just a paycheck. You’ll learn career readiness skills, practice how to showcase yourself on paper and in person, and strengthen your communication and teamwork. You’ll also develop leadership, empathy, and financial literacy skills that will set you apart in any workplace.
From internships to mentoring, training, and ongoing support, CWP Youth Programs help you gain work experience early—because starting now is the key to long-term success.
Youth Pathways
Not in School or Working?
Not in School or Working? If between 18-24 Years Old, this job readiness program is for you!
SYELP
Summer Youth Employment & Learning Program
Summer Youth Employment & Learning Program - Internships for Youth ages 14-24 in North Central CT.
Spring Employment Program
Job-Readiness Skills Development
Job-Readiness skills development and real-life Work Experience
Ready to get started?
Email our Youth Liason, Sean Bailo, to get started.Future Workforce Success Stories
These success stories celebrate young professionals who have advanced their career goals through Capital Workforce Partners’ youth programs and initiatives. From Youth Pathways and the Summer Youth Employment and Learning Program (SYELP) to hands-on internships and career experiences, these stories highlight the determination, growth, and skill-building that define our region’s future workforce. Each featured youth demonstrates readiness to succeed—developing essential skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, while taking meaningful steps toward lasting career success.
DazMarie Maldonado, 22
Program: Youth Pathways (WIOA Youth)
Provider: Our Piece of The Pie
DazMarie Maldonado is a vibrant 22-year-old Afro-Latina from Hartford, Connecticut fueled by a deep passion for holistic healing and community empowerment. She believes that true healing begins with nurturing the mind, body, and spirit—and she’s committed to making holistic health resources accessible to all.
Nestor Garcia
Program: Youth Pathways (WIOA Youth)
Provider: Hartford Public Library
Grateful for the support he received, Nestor returned to Hartford Public Library’s (HPL) IT training program to volunteer on his day off to guide and mentor students through their study and exam preparation. He is a natural and gifted teacher and a source of inspiration to HPL’s continuing IT students.
Sage Johnson
Program: Dual-Track CNA Training
Provider: Bloomfield Public Schools
Sage Johnson is a great example of the success of the Bloomfield Dual Track CNA Program. When she first joined, she was uncertain about her career path but had a strong interest in healthcare. Despite facing significant challenges, Sage remained determined, balancing her schoolwork during the day with CNA training in the evening.
The WIOA Youth Program is made possible in part by Capital Workforce Partners and supported by the U.S. Dept. of Labor through the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act. The WIOA Youth Program is fully financed with $1,438,828 in federal funds.