Community Youth Center of San Francisco (CYC)

More than 250 young people. 22 local employers. One afternoon of career connections at Stonestown Galleria. CYC Fall Youth Job Fair brought together San Francisco's emerging talent and employers from across the city, giving young people the opportunity to learn about job openings, meet industry professionals, and prepare for the hiring process. For employers, the event offered a chance to connect directly with young people entering the workforce and introduce them to opportunities within their organizations. Thank you to our participating employers for investing their time in San Francisco's future workforce, and to Stonestown Galleria for once again hosting the event. A Security, Allied Universal, Boys & Girls Club, Bridge HIV, California Community Colleges, California Conservation Corps, CITY EMT, Employment Development Department, Felton Institute, Meaningful Beginnings, Mission Bit, Pacific Aviation, Project Pull Summer Internship, RAMS, Inc., Sbarro, San Francisco Recreation & Park Department, Self-Help for the Elderly, San Francisco Fire Department, Success Centers, Tech Exchange, Treasure Island Job Corps Ctr, and Wu Yee Children's Services. Interested in connecting with young talent in San Francisco? Partner with CYC at an upcoming Youth Job Fair or explore other ways to support youth workforce development. Learn more through the link in the comments.

Career exploration starts with seeing what's possible. Yesterday, youth from CYC workforce development programs visited San Francisco International Airport for Aviation Career Exploration Day, hosted by SFO through the Motivating Volunteer Participation Committee. Participants toured the Airport Integrated Operations Center, explored different areas of the airport, and met the professionals whose work keeps one of the world's busiest airports running. By connecting directly with industry professionals, youth gained a firsthand look at the many career pathways within aviation and a better understanding of the skills, collaboration, and problem-solving behind airport operations. Thank you to San Francisco International Airport for creating opportunities that help young people connect their interests with careers and expand their understanding of the workforce. Interested in introducing young people to your industry? Partner with CYC to host a career panel, workplace tour, or career exploration experience. Learn more through the link in the comments.

Preparing for a career starts with opportunities to learn from people who do the work every day. Thank you to UPS for partnering with CYC to host a career panel, mock interviews, and networking session for youth in our JRELL, MYEEP, TOPS, and YAWL workforce programs. The UPS team joined us through the UPS Community Internship Program, a leadership development program that brings UPS professionals into San Francisco communities for hands-on learning and community engagement. UPS team members Christi Moseley, MBA, Global Environmental Affairs and Facility Safety Director, Christopher Young, Ocean Freight Trade Division Manager, Brad VanCuren, Treasury Consolidation Director, Shashikanth Pusapati, Software Engineering Director, and Krisnhalyn Rosales, Hub Division Manager, shared their career journeys, offered practical interview advice, and spoke about the skills they use every day in their roles. Throughout the session, youth asked thoughtful questions such as "What matters most during an interview?", "What does a typical workday look like for you?" and "How did you get started at UPS?" Those conversations gave participants a chance to hear directly from professionals and better understand the many pathways into the workforce. Experiences like these can shape what's next. For some participants, a conversation during the panel or feedback from a mock interview may influence the career they pursue, the internship they apply for, or the confidence they bring into their next interview. We're grateful to UPS for investing their time and expertise in San Francisco's next generation of talent.

Hiring starts with connection. The CYC Fall Youth Job Fair brings together local employers and young people ready to take the next step into the workforce. On Wednesday, October 14, employers will meet emerging talent from across San Francisco, while attendees can explore job and internship opportunities and strengthen their applications with resume reviews, mock interviews, professional clothing, and more. Thank you to DCYF and SF Office of Economic & Workforce Development for helping create meaningful pathways to employment for San Francisco's young people. Wednesday, October 14 | 12–4 pm Stonestown Galleria, Center Court Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gCsdZrpB

For more than 20 years, Vicky Chung-Louie has helped expand Community Youth Center of San Francisco's work in schools and neighborhoods across San Francisco, supporting generations of young people along the way. Our latest blog reflects on the relationships that have shaped her career, the lessons she's learned from youth, and what it means to invest in a community over time. Read Vicky's story and explore opportunities to join the CYC team. https://lnkd.in/gYZmha2H

Afterschool programs play an essential role in how young people experience support beyond the school day. Across San Francisco, afterschool professionals show up each day to create spaces where students can build relationships, stay connected, and continue learning in ways that extend beyond the classroom. Much of this work happens quietly, through consistency and care over time. During Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week, we want to express our deep gratitude for the staff who make this work possible. Your presence, commitment, and care shape the daily experiences of young people and families across our communities. At CYC, we are thankful for the team members who continue to show up and invest in youth every day. Read more about their impact: https://lnkd.in/gveHsuqi

More than 300 young people and 25 employers came together at Stonestown Galleria last week for a day of meaningful conversations and connections. Events like this create space for young people to explore opportunities and begin building relationships that can support their next steps. Thank you to the employers who showed up and invested their time, and to Stonestown Galleria for hosting us once again and making this gathering possible. Stonestown Galleria, A Team Security, Allied Universal, American Heart Association, YMCA of the USA, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Bridge HIV, City Sports Clubs, Dev/Mission Wu Yee Children’s Services, JCYC, Mission Hiring Hall, Inc., North East Medical Services, Pacific Aviation Pestec SF Fire Credit Union San Francisco Fire Youth Academy San Francisco Giants San Francisco Police Activities League Self-Help for the Elderly SF Electrical Apprentice Training (IBEW 6) Starbucks Target and Wah Mei School. Connect with us if you're interested in supporting future events or would like to support a young person's professional journey.

This Volunteer Appreciation Month, CYC recognizes partners who contribute to youth development through consistent, hands-on support. Thank you to First Bank for bringing together staff to assemble STEAM kits for CYC youth, and to Child Creativity Lab for providing the materials that made this effort possible. Partnerships like these help create opportunities for young people to engage in learning through building and exploration, while reinforcing the importance of sustained community involvement. Read the full story on our blog. https://lnkd.in/gBVaMeqX

Thank you First Bank and Child Creativity Lab for your partnership and delivering STEM kits to our summer program participants! Kelly Huang Paula Jones Justin Deardorff Lisa Bulaich Alex Solorzano Tracy Li