West Broadway Rising Youth's Job Program

Funder: West Broadway Business and Area Coalition (with state-allocated funds)

Launch Date: 2026

Total Funding: $250,000 in state-allocated funds

Program Type: 16-week paid Youth Career Readiness & Internship Program

Geographic Scope: Northside youth and West Broadway corridor businesses

Target Audience: Northside youth seeking career development and skill-building

Program Overview: Connects young people to meaningful career pathways, equips them with skills and experience, and matches them with local WBC member businesses for paid internships

Program Structure

Phase 1: Training (6 weeks)

• Professional soft skills development
• Emotional intelligence and workplace communication
• Résumé creation and digital portfolios
• Interview preparation and mock interviews
• Career exploration and industry insights from local leaders

Phase 2: Paid Internship (10 weeks)

• Hands-on, practical work experience with trusted WBC member businesses
• Real work environment exposure
• Long-term relationship building between youth and employers
• Intentional matching with businesses aligned to youth interests and skills
• Paid position

Program Goals:

• Build confident, prepared youth ready for workforce entry
• Strengthen local businesses with new talent
• Create community growth and opportunity
• Develop a resilient, skilled workforce on West Broadway

Contact:

• Deeq Abdi, Youth Program Manager: westbroadwayrising@westbroadway.org
• General: info@westbroadway.org, (612) 353-5178
• Address: 1501 W Broadway Ave #2B, Minneapolis, MN 55411

How to Apply

1. Contact the Youth Program Manager for program details and eligibility requirements
2. Contact information:
   • Deeq Abdi, Youth Program Manager: westbroadwayrising@westbroadway.org
   • General: info@westbroadway.org, (612) 353-5178

Note: Specific application procedures and deadlines should be obtained by contacting the program directly.