Career Pathways
workforce development for young people
OWL360 actively works with the community to foster conditions for the success of young people in Jefferson County to enter into, thrive in, and sustain work opportunities that will lead to meaningful employment and economic independence. We know that when young people are connected and engaged, everyone in the community prospers!
Unleash Your Career Potential!
OWL360's Career Pathways Programs provide opportunities that support young people to learn about and access local career options. We provide support and resources for young people to obtain their dreams.
Earn to Learn
Runs 2X times a year and is open to people ages 17-24 (or so, exceptions can be made on case by base basis) who live in Jefferson County and who want to begin a career pathway towards a living wage and meaningful employment. This class meets weekly and requires some independent coursework. Upon completion of the 45 hour program young people earn a $500 stipend.
Earn to Learn topics:
- Career exploration
- In-demand jobs
- "Self-sufficiency" standard
- Educational resources
- Financial literacy
- Resume writing and interview skills
and so much more!
Level Up
Is a paid internship program that supports the Earn to Learn graduates to embark on their career pathways by supporting paid internships and pathways into vocational training programs. Upon the successful completion of 90 hours of career aligned work and/or training young people earn a $1000 stipend.
OWL360 also supports school-based career exploration programs in Jefferson County.
Reach out to the Career Pathways manager for more information or to schedule a guest teacher to work with your high school students.
Are you interested in our Earn to Learn program?
Click "Earn to Learn Inquiry Form" below or come to The Nest Community Coffeehouse, Tuesday-Saturday
1119 Lawrence Street in Uptown Port Townsend (on public bus transit route).
