Career Connections Training & Internships for Young Adults

Learn to be a truly financially independent adult through our free 3-year program that emphasizes career advising & long-term advocacy!

Your journey begins with a challenging 5-week training, where you will increase confidence, motivation and hope, while exploring career options, learning effective career development skills, and networking with local professionals.

Upon training completion, you will receive mentoring, college support and access to exclusive internships and other services for 3 years.

We have extensive employer relationships in public service & local government, banking, and professional business that can help to jumpstart your chosen career, no matter what you want to pursue!

All of our services are tailored to your interests and goals. Winter training is January 5th-February 6th Monday-Friday 9-3 Downtown Portland

Link to here for a detiled flyer: http://www.openmeadow.org/docs/downloads/Career_Connections_Winter_2009_Flyer_and_Info_Sheet.pdf

Application Process: 1) Link to the detailed program information above and look over it

2) Call Sarah Lechner- Training Coordinator- with any questions or to let her know you are interested (no later than December 15th & sooner the better). 503-488-5178

3) Participate in two rounds of professional interviews between now and December 18th