8MSworks
JOB READINESS & CAREER PREPARATION
While Eight Million Stories has always provided job readiness support, this portion of our model has been broken out into its own program called 8MS Works, and is available for current students and alumni of 8MS, as well as other members of the community.
8MS Works focuses specifically on career development and job preparation for its enrollees. Through partnerships with local employers we aim to provide environments that are conducive to on the job training for youth with limited work experience.
8MSworks participants have access to:
Interview skills development
Soft skill/leadership development
Vocational certifications in a variety of competitive industries
Resume workshops
We believe that by providing a better understanding of the working world, our students can more easily envision how they fit successfully into that world. Knowing the preparation they will need for specific careers, students also become better able to set realistic goals for themselves and pursue them. Ultimately, the 8MS Works program offers opportunities to improve the attitudes of our students about their career possibilities, motivating them to persevere.
By providing our students with employment opportunities, it creates an accountability that moves them from being purely recipients of services and support, to team members that must take responsibility for themselves and how their actions affect those around them.
“This organization changed my life. I’m in college because of them. I started my business because of them. I’ve done so much because of these people, had so many opportunities, met so many mentors just because of this organization. “
Ready to get started?
Our programs are completely free to all students, and we will be there for you every step of the way. Apply today using the link below, or give us a call at 832-488-0539.