MAYOR ANTONIO R. VILLARAIGOSA
and the
LOS ANGELES CITY COUNCIL PRESENT
MAYOR ANTONIO R. VILLARAIGOSA
and the
LOS ANGELES CITY COUNCIL PRESENT
Looking for young people who are motivated and work ready?


Since its inception in 2005, HIRE LA’s Youth has placed over 28,000 youth in crucial first-time paid positions.
Since July 2008, HIRE LA’s Youth 16-24:
•Enrolled 2390 young adults
•Secured work for approximately 1577 youth
•Hosted Work Readiness Certifications for 1040 young adults
•Awarded 646 Work Readiness Certificates to young adults who proved they were work-ready
•Cultivated over 200 active business participants
•Secured over 1600 job pledges from the private sector
What we’ve done
SPONSORS:
PARTNERS:
This WIA Title 1 financially assisted program or activity is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Call 1`2.744.7333 TTY:TTD number 213.744.9395
“Work-ready” is the standard by which we measure a youth’s potential to be successful in the workforce.
The Work Readiness Certificate:
•Is validated by businesses and Professionals in Human Resources Association [PHIRA]
•Provides an industry recognized “work-ready” credential to job seekers
•Ensures young adults gain skills needed for entry into the workplace
What “work-ready” means