What is YouthBuild?
YouthBuild is a program designed to help young people ages 18-24 without a high school diploma obtain their GED/high school equivalency, and receive job training and certifications to help them secure the bag. As a YouthBuild student you’ll receive FREE bus passes to get to and from class, FREE lunch, FREE uniforms, and be placed in a job and/or internship. We pretty much give you everything you’ll need to start living your best life!
Why Should I Apply ?
When you join the YouthBuild fam you gain a support system with one goal… to help you live your best life! here’s a short list of why you should adopt youthbuild as your new home away from home!
Get paid bi-weekly to go to class and training
- Small Class Sizes
Hands-On learning and training
Get certified and start securing the bag!
Earn credits towards college
Get first dibs on jobs and internships
Become a leader and role model in your community
Everything I need to know before I sign-up!
Am I Eligible to Apply?
MUST BE A RESIDENT OF SCHENECTADY
MUST BE 18-24 YEARS OLD
MUST MEET INCOME GUIDELINES
MUST NOT HAVE GRADUATED HIGH SCHOOL*
How Can I Apply?
SIGN-UP HERE
Attend an Information Session
Bring in all required paperwork*
(NYS ID, your social security card and birth certificate)