The NextGen program is set to host two open house sessions at NC Works in Jacksonville, providing vital employment resources for young adults. This federal, state-run initiative targets individuals aged 16 to 24 who are not currently enrolled in school. NC Works advisors assist participants in selecting a career path, connecting them to job training, GED programs, or higher education opportunities.
“We’ll help them with tuition, books, and fees to any course that leads to credentials or certificates, which leads to employment,” said Sheila Darden, a career advisor at NC Works.
Crystal Lawrence, another career advisor, highlighted the program’s practical training opportunities. “Another thing that we also do is, we do work experiences or on-the-job training – and that’s where you actually get to work at an employer, and we actually pay you for it,” she said.
Participants in the NextGen program also receive assistance with resume building and interview skills. The open house sessions are this Friday, November 14, and next Friday, November 21, from noon to 1 p.m.