TeensWork Alachua
SUMMER 2025 - CHECK BACK HERE FOR DETAILS
ABOUT THE STUDENT PROGRAM
The TeensWork Alachua Summer Youth Employment program (TWA) provides eligible students with paid internships and job opportunities that prepare them to succeed in employment. Students work with local businesses that offer on the job training and mentorship. In addition to paid internships, students also receive training in employability, job readiness, financial literacy, resume building and essential skills, such as communication and emotional intelligence. Students also receive the support and mentorship of a TWA Job Coach. Job coaches assist students through every step of the internship process in order to make the experience as impactful as possible. Students Are Paid $13/Hour, And Work Up To 25 Hours/Week For 6 Weeks
YOUTH MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING 3 REQUIREMENTS TO BE ELIGIBLE:
- Residence in Alachua County
- Enrolled in an Alachua County school, general education development (GED) program, or high school equivalency program.
- Ages 14-18 years old
IN ADDITION TO EMPLOYMENT, STUDENTS WILL…
- Develop social intelligence
- Learn work norms and culture
- Understand career pathways and educational opportunities
- Build professional networks
- Gain financial literacy and management skills
STUDENTS WHO COMPLETE THE PROGRAM:
- Will receive a certificate of completion.
- May participate in the program again.
- Are encouraged to ask for letters of recommendation from the TWA team.
- May ask their supervisors to be a reference for future opportunities.
- May be able to stay at their job post-program.
- Participate in the closing reception and alumni events
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT
goodwillnorthfl.org/teenswork-alachua
OR CONTACT
Email: twa@goodwillnorthfl.org
Phone: 904-606-5178
ABOUT THE WORKSITE PROGRAM
TeensWork Alachua (TWA) employs eligible Alachua County students through partnerships with local businesses. In addition to employment, students receive employability, job readiness, financial literacy, and essential skills training. Throughout their internship, students are assigned to a job coach, who acts as a liaison between the student and partnering business. Students can work up to up to 25 hours of work per week, earning $12 per hour.
TWA's SERVICES
- Student recruitment
- Matching students to businesses
- HR onboarding
- Additional career training for students
- Payroll
- Support for employers
BUSINESS PARTNERS PROVIDE
- Up to 25 hours of work per week, in-person or virtual
- On-the-job training and mentorship
- Student feedback
- Time verification
REQUEST INTERNS HERE: https://formstack.io/9B999
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT
goodwillnorthfl.org/teenswork-alachua
OR CONTACT
Email: twa@goodwillnorthfl.org
Phone: 904-606-5178
