Business Foundations Job Training Program
About the Program
Year Up United is a one-year or less, intensive job training program that provides young adults with in-classroom skill development, access to internships and/or job placement services, and personalized coaching and mentorship. Participants also receive an educational stipend. The program combines technical and professional training with access to internships and job placement support through our industry-leading talent placement firm YUPRO Placement.
Eligibility
To apply to Year Up United, you must:
- Be a high school graduate or GED recipient
- Be eligible to work in the U.S.
- Be available Monday-Friday throughout the duration of the program
- Be highly motivated to learn technical and professional skills
- Not have obtained a Bachelor's degree
What You'll Gain
- Professional business and communication skills
- Interviewing and networking skills
- Resume building
- Ongoing support and guidance to help launch your career
During the internship phase, participants earn an educational stipend of $525 per week.
In-Depth Classes
- Application Development
- Business Operations
- Banking
- Customer Success
- IT Support
- Data Analysis
- Financial Operations
- Project Management
- Network Security & Support
Outcomes
72% of Year Up United graduates are employed and/or enrolled in postsecondary education within 4 months of graduation. Employed graduates earn an average starting salary of fifty-five thousand dollars per year.
Potential internship opportunities may be available at leading organizations in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, including Bank of America, Capital One, JPMorgan Chase, and Salesforce, among others.