150-300 Goodwill Southern California operates four regional employment centers devoted to providing comprehensive services for youth and young adults ages 14-24: the Northeast San Fernando Valley WorkSource Center, the South Valley YouthSource Center, the West LA YouthSource Center and the Indio Youth Opportunity Center. WE SERVE DISCONNECTED YOUTH 3,030 YOUTH ENROLLED ANNUALLY HOURS OF PAID WORK EXPERIENCE GOODWILL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2025 | 11 PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT During their school vacation, 20 students dedicated time to completing their Work Experience (WEX) hours, demonstrating strong commitment to their goals and future success. As a result of their efforts, each student received a Chromebook through program funding to support their continued learning. They returned to school with new technology to support their education and earnings from their work experience. This experience reinforced the value of hard work while helping students stay connected to their education and career pathways. In the Student Work Experience Program, Enrique learned interpersonal skills, including empathy, stress management and composure. Enrique said, “This program is a great starting point for students like me to build the skills and confidence needed for long-term success in the workforce.”
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