Funded Programs

NYS Gun Violence Prevention Program

$16 million to fund workforce training and job placement programs in 20 cities most impacted by gun violence across New York State.

One-Stop Career Centers

Youth Programs


 

Niagara County Employment and Training Department offers youth ages 16-24 who meet WIOA guidelines an opportunity to gain paid work experience on our payroll, explore career opportunities, learn work readiness skills, and become prepared to select and enter the career field of their choice. Youth may also gain their NYS Driver’s License at no cost to them. The program also offers Driver’s Education for youth without access to driving assistance. Youth receive incentive payments for job search, career exploration, employment and retention, and/or attaining their educational and employment goals. 

Niagara County Employment and Training Department offers
two Young Adult Programs:
 
Out-of-School Program:  Openings are available for young adults ages 16-24 who are not attending school and who are facing barriers.
We can pay you to:
  • gain work experience
  • job search
  • explore your career options
  • get your GED/TASC!
In-School Program:  Openings are available for high school seniors who are facing barriers.
We can pay you to:
  • gain work experience
  • job search
  • explore your career options
  • graduate from high school!
 

For more details, contact Dawn Cody at (716) 278-8182 or [email protected] or visit www.worksource1.com/young-adults for an application