Submitted by Thurston County Chamber
Studies show that students who take part in work experiences, such as internships, job shadowing and mentoring, are more likely to be inspired to stay in school, graduate and adopt ambitious goals.
For many, taking part in the competitive advantage of work-integrated learning can be the link to a lifetime of success. What is missing is a bridge between the world of learning and the world of work. Our community’s parents, educators and business leaders maintain that we can build that bridge through the creation of workplace integrated learning and career development opportunities. This will help provide missing skills which will help students find success in today’s job market.
Enter Business 2 Youth Connect (B2Y Connect). B2Y Connect is a new program of the Thurston County Chamber Foundation created in partnership with Pacific Mountain Workforce Development and the Olympia School District.
Together with businesses in Thurston County, we’ll provide students with these opportunities, just to name a few:
- Skills Training
- Job Shadowing
- Career Coach (online)
- Internships
B2Y Connect is currently looking for businesses and community members interested in shaping and educating the next generation and connecting business with their future workforce. For additional information and to learn how you can participate contact the Chamber at 360.357.3362 or click here to learn more online.
