2022 Report
November 2021 – August 2022
The Hire Pierce County: Next Gen young adult internship program had a positive impact on both young adults and businesses across Pierce County. The program engaged young adults through career-building experiences and a direct connection to the workforce with a focus on helping interns gain the skills and training needed to succeed in various industries. The paid internship placements supported businesses throughout Pierce County in bolstering their workforce while recovering from the pandemic.
Young Adult Profile
Young Adults placed into internships
Young Adults enrolled in the program
Race & Ethnicity
(Enrolled Young Adults)
Age
(Enrolled Young Adults)
Gender
(Enrolled Young Adults)
Employer Profile
Employers were onboarded into the program
Employers received an intern
Industries Represented
Employers who received an Intern
The Results
Hours worked by interns for local businesses
In wages paid to interns and saved by businesses
Young Adults were/will be hired by their Internship Sites
Participating Employers
Complete list of all employers that received an intern.
Plans After Program
Young Adults were or will be hired by their Internship Site
Young Adults found employment with an external employer
Young Adults will be looking for employment
Young Adults will be returning to high school or pursuing post-secondary education
Other
Participants by Location
Young Adults
Employers
Success Stories
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Multi-Cultural Child & Family Hope Center
The Multi-Cultural Child & Family Hope Center found value in utilizing the Hire Pierce County: Next Gen program and says it will have a lasting impression.
Special thanks to Pierce County for funding Hire Pierce County: Next Gen
A partnership of
Hire Pierce County: Next Gen is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711.