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Bridging the Gap Program Overview
Are you 14-18? Are you currently enrolled in school or a GED Program? Do you want to learn about the law? Do you want to help other teens who have gotten into trouble?
Do you want the opportunity to get PAID? Applications are Due No Later than March 30, 2014 www.facebook.com/brownsvilleyouthcourt Apply on Online at www.brownsvillejusticecenter.blogspot.com Contact us via email to byc@courtinnovation.org or call us at 347-404-9582
Brownsville Justice Community Learn how to start and run a business Learn about new foods options and become a healthy eating advocate Complete projects to help the neighborhood Receive customer service and computer skills certifications and work with our job developer
Eligibility Criteria:
16-24 years old with Justice System involvement in the last 12 months. Strong preference for Brownsville residents (73rd Pct/CB 16)
Stop by to apply! Location:444 Thomas S. Boyland Street, klyn,11212
* GED and college assistance * Internship placement * Professional development training * Participation in community benefit projects * Paid stipends of up to $1400 over six months! To Apply: Contact Benjamin Smith at (347) 4049585 or visit the office
What Is Bridging the Gap? Bridging the Gap is a new initiative from the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) that seeks to connect 10th and 11th grade high school students that have an interest in pursuing a career in conservation science, zoology, marine science, ecology, or biology, directly with professionals in those fields. In addition to receiving hands-on experience and mentoring, students will obtain information in areas including educational planning, financial aid options, effective job search methods, resume building, networking, job referral, and more! Where Will Bridging the Gap Take Place? All five WCS living institutions will participate in this new program: Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, New York Aquarium, and Bronx Zoo. What Does Bridging the Gap Offer To Students? Bridging the Gap’s programming is grouped into four phases: Phase I: School-to-Career Institute The School-to-Career Institute is an intensive learning program which seeks to introduce participants to the variety of science careers in zoos and aquariums. Students will participate in eleven (11) sessions over a five month period. At the conclusion of the School-to-Career Institute, students would have completed a total of sixty (60) contact hours with WCS staff at their respective site. Students will attend: Nine (9) weekend sessions (10AM to 4PM) Two (2) after-school sessions (4PM to 6PM)
*Students who will enter into the 10th or 11th grade in September 2014 are eligible to apply for the Fall 2014 group. Phase II: Mentoring Mentoring is an essential component of this program that will be introduced during Phase I and will continue for the length of time the student participates in the program. Each student will be paired with a WCS staff member who is currently in a career that aligns with the future goals of the student. Phase III: Career Building Clinic Students will develop a skill acquisition plan that will include high school course selection, interview coaching, college applications, and scholarships/financial aid. The Career Building Clinic will take place over the course of two (2) sessions that run from 10am to 4pm. Phase IV: Internships/Employment WCS offers a variety of internship experiences for Bridging the Gap participants. A minimum of 40 hours is required. If I Am Selected As a Bridging the Gap Student, Am I Eligible to Receive a Stipend and/or School Credit Through the NYC Department of Education? All Bridging the Gap students are eligible to receive credit toward high school graduation through the School-to-Career Institute. In addition to the stipend, all participating students will receive a MetroCard to reduce travel costs.
If you are interested in applying to Bridging the Gap, please contact Courtney R. Wiggins, Project Coordinator, at cwiggins@wcs.org or (718) 399-7339 Ext 350.
The application Deadline for the September 2014 Bridging the Gap cohort at Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, New York Aquarium, Prospect Park Zoo, and Queens Zoo is Wednesday, March 19, 2014.
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