Category: Workforce
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CASW Profiles: Meet Kaylin Kouakou
This month, on CASW Profiles, meet Kaylin Kouakou, our Media Team’s Senior Illustrator. If you follow us on social media or are subscribed to our newsletter, you may already be aware of her quiet yet RESOUNDING presence in our organization.
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Helping Hands in the Heat: My Experience Supporting SYEP Participants
As a CASW-Media intern, I spent the day supporting SYEP participants during their job placement event—managing crowds, guiding youth, and handing out water under the blazing sun. It was chaotic, but being part of something that helps so many young people take a step toward their future made it all worth it.
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From Student to Judge: How MECA’s Re-ReACT Program Builds Future Advertising Leaders
As a former MECA student and Re-ReACT participant, I returned as a judge to witness the next generation of young creatives pitch powerful, real-world ad campaigns—this time focused on social justice. From remote collaboration during the pandemic to mentoring new voices, here’s how Re-ReACT shaped my path in media and advertising.
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Kicking Off the Summer with Purpose: SYEP Job Placement at Boone Ave
Discover how CASW kicks off summer with its SYEP Job Placement Event in the Bronx, connecting NYC youth with meaningful work experiences through DYCD’s Workforce program.
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CASW Profiles – Meet John Sosa
As a part of our ongoing series “CASW Profiles,” we’re on a mission to put faces to many well-regarded names around our agency. Through these rapid-fire interviews, we’re trying to highlight the stories, personalities, and perspectives that make up Children’s Arts and Science Workshops. This month’s interviewee is John Sosa, an Outreach Coordinator/Recruiter for CASW-Workforce
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NYC Summer Jobs for Youth: SYEP 2025 is Now Accepting Applications
Looking for a summer job in NYC? The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) 2025 is now accepting applications! If you’re 14-24 years old, this is your chance to gain paid work experience, build career skills, and explore job opportunities across the city. Apply now before the February 28th deadline!
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CASW’s Roadmap for 2025: Empowering Youth and Communities
Take a peak at what’s ahead for CASW in 2025! From SYEP internships to Summer Rising adventures and after-school programs, learn how we’re empowering NYC youth with opportunities for growth, learning, and success.
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From Classroom to Career: CASW’s Real-World Experiences for Young Fashion Enthusiasts
CASW’s Workforce Program empowers young creatives with hands-on experiences in the fashion industry. Recently, SYEP participants attended an exclusive Hermes Paris event, where they connected with industry leaders, showcased their talents, and explored potential career paths.
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Work, Learn, and Grow: How CASW-Workforce Helps Youth Build Careers
CASW-Workforce’s WLG program helps youth ages 16-21 develop essential job skills and secure paid internships to kickstart their careers.