E09: Empowering Youth Careers: Inside the High School Career Express Program

About this episode

This episode discusses the High School Career Express program and its impact on youth career exploration.

This episode features a mini-panel discussion about career initiatives for young adults, focusing on the High School Career Express program. Guests Marcela DeFaria from CareerSource Central Florida and Richard Barbari from Addition Financial Credit Union discuss the importance of career partnerships for youth career exploration. They explore the unique aspects of the High School Career Express program, which provides high school students in Orange County with immersive experiences at local businesses. The conversation covers the program's impact on students' career decisions, the importance of financial literacy, and how businesses can benefit from participating. You'll also hear about plans for expanding the program and encourage listeners to get involved in supporting youth career development initiatives.

People in this episode

Guests: Marcela DeFaria, Richard Barbari

Topics covered

• youth careers
• career initiatives
• financial literacy
• business partnerships

Keywords

• career exploration
• high school
• Orange County
• immersive experiences

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Empowering Youth Careers

Places: Orange County

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