OPPORTUNITY WORKS offers Sector Driven internships for young adults in Suburban Cook County.
The program places young adults in subsidized internships, exposes them to viable careers, expands their skill sets and connects them to the training and resources they need to achieve long-term employment in growing industries.
Congratulations to
Kaylen West,
Jayden Harrell,
Lexus Tharpe,
Dwayne Bush,
Lisa Fulton,
Ansima Mamboleo, and Jasmine Levy
On the day of their 7-week completion of the program, PLCCA brought in several professionals to speak to and have one on one conversations with Kaylen, Jayden, Lexus, Dwayne, Lisa, Ansima, and Jasmine.
Our thanks to our panelists:
David Knight: Knight Illustrations
Wanda Teruel: West Suburban Cook County American Job Center
Bonnie DeShong: 95.1 Club Steppin Chicago
Daniela Vitale: Triton College
Robert Wheatley: Raub Greedy
Thanks to the PLCCA Staff who work diligently to provide meaningful experiences to those engaged in our programs.
Claudette Harrell,
Program Director / VP of Operations
Shavonna Cross, Career Mentor
Marcus Knight, Director of Youth and Family Services
Karen Gunn, Business Engagement and
Job Development Manager