WorkForce 2000

WorkForce 2000 is a year-round academic program designed to help 1199SEIU youth succeed in high school, prepare for college and explore career interests. In a peer setting, coursework assistance is offered on a NYC college campus during the summer and on select Saturdays throughout the school year.

Once the member receives the benefit, all students participate in the program for two phases:

Phase I: Summer Programming

Academic programming and career exploration

July through August; Monday to Friday

Phase II: Saturday Academic Programming

Supplemental academic enrichment and college planning

September through June; select Saturdays at New York University

In addition, the WorkForce 2000 program offers a dynamic opportunity for youth leadership and development, fostering self-awareness, social awareness and independence.