
While young people gained practical on-the-job experience, another objective of the program was to enhance professional learning, and knowledge. In addition to job placement, young people participated in a 1-day professional development workshop.




What Skill, Techniques or Knowledge did you gain from your Place of Employment or the YSEOP?
- Micayaela Hodge
Worked at Umbra Anesthesia
“I learned how to create a professional resume and a budget”
“I learned telephone communication skills and about the Bill process and the work that goes into helping our community unconditionally”
- Shania Nieves
Worked at VI Legislature - Office of Senator Carla J. Joseph
“I learned to be more sensitive and how to care for other people”
-Jamari Gumbs
Worked at Catholic Charities

What was your favorite experience about you job or the YSEOP?

“Favorite experience was learning about the different sectors and department at my job.”
-Aniqua Thomas
Worked VIYA was hired permanently through the YSEOP
"I enjoyed being a part of the program and going to work every day."
-Leondre’ Marshall
Worked at Lime Tree Pool Bar and Market/Hired permanently
“I like supporting the less fortunate and helping people in need”
-Kyrell Henry
Worked at Catholic Charities