VIDOL IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYERS AND ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE WORK EXPERIENCE AND CAREER EXPLORATION ACTIVITIES FOR YOUTH

GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS
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*Office of the Commissioner Labor*
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16, 2023 Press Contact Davina Martinez Office: (340) 773.1994 ext. 2109 Cell: (340) 201.9093 www.vidol.gov davina.martinez@dol.vi.gov
VIDOL IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYERS AND ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE WORK EXPERIENCE AND CAREER EXPLORATION ACTIVITIES FOR YOUTH
USVI- Commissioner Gary Molloy invites Employers, Not-For-Profit Organizations, and Training Service Providers to participate in this year’s Summer Youth Work Experience Program through the Virgin Islands Department of Labor (VIDOL). VIDOL is seeking the following: Employers and Agencies who are interested in providing a five (5) week summer work experience for youth ages 16-24. Interested employers and agencies can apply online at www.youth.vidol.gov Service Providers and Organizations interested in providing life skills and career exploration activities for youths ages 14-15. Programs should run for no more than four weeks. Mini-grants of up to $4,800 are available for qualified providers. Interested Service Providers and Organizations can obtain a “Summer Youth Workshop Application” by contacting the St. Thomas office at (340) 776.3700 ext. 2080 or emailing shenika.sebastien@dol.vi.gov. The St. Croix office can be reached at (340) 773.1994 ext. 2140 or by emailing amelia.christian@dol.vi.gov. Applications can also be picked up at both VIDOL locations. The deadline to apply is May 5, 2023. ###