SUITED FOR A CAUSE (S4AC) equips young adults 16-24 with 21st Century Skills by providing an intensive Personal + Professional Development training.
As an S4AC participant, YOU will:
LEARN SKILLS + BUILD CONFIDENCE
Build and strengthen your resume, prepare for interviews, salary negotiations + promotions, professional apparel, and transportation support.
NEW EXPERIENCES (ACADEMIC + NON-ACADEMIC)
Receive individualized one-on-one coaching and mentorship support during and beyond the 8 weeks of training.
NETWORK
Access a wide network of supports composed of peers, professionals from the workforce, and additional community partners.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Receive employment placement support including Internships, Full-Time, Part-Time, and Volunteer opportunities.
Program Layout
Month 1 —3
Understanding Your Gifts + Asset Mapping + Vision Mapping
Month 4 —6
Defining Professionalism + Resume & LinkedIn Strengthening
Month 7—8
The Hiring Process, Identify Jobs, and Application Strategies
Month 9-10
STAR Interviewing Method Preparation
Month 11 -12+
Ongoing Mentorship + Coaching Support
Note: All Sessions are held in person unless instructed by the program facilitator.
For 1:1 Career Coaching
Resume Support
Linkedin Profile Support
Negotiation + Interview Preparation
Job Development
Access New Networks
Transporation Training/Supports
(Available) In-person & Virtual 1:1 Coaching Sessions
Yasmine C.
S4AC Alum | University of Illinois at Chicago
Julian L.
S4AC Alum | IT Professional
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