career experience Program
Are you a young adult 18-22 who is out of school and out of work? Need some work experience? Want to go from a job to a career? Need to add to your resume?
THIS IS A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE COLLECTIVE BLUEPRINT AND THE MEMPHIS OFFICE OF YOUTH SERVICES.
all participants receive
$17/hour for 20 hours of work each week
Six weeks of paid work with one of our corporate partners
Three weeks of career training
Real-time coaching, counseling, and other supports
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our next CEP cohort starts Fall 2026.
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Our work experience program is completely free for all participants who qualify.
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The program lasts nine weeks with opportunity for job placement afterward.
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We encourage you to apply even if you are unsure. If you qualify, we will invite you to an admissions day so that you can decide if the program seems right for you.
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Right now! It takes less than 10 minutes to apply, and the sooner you apply, the better your chances are of being accepted.
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Send your questions to apply@changeiscollective.org