Year Up United’s Business Foundations Training Opportunity is a tuition-free, intensive program for motivated young adults seeking careers in business and corporate environments. Participants build core skills in professional communication, customer service, business operations, and digital tools such as Excel and CRM systems. Through workshops, projects, coaching, and a potential internship with corporate partners, you’ll gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and career readiness support in an inclusive, equity-driven learning community focused on economic mobility. Participate in a structured business training curriculum covering professional skills, business operations, and workplace tools Engage in workshops on communication, teamwork, customer service, and office technologies Complete projects and assignments that simulate real-world entry-level business roles Collaborate with peers and staff in an inclusive, feedback-rich learning environment Attend coaching and mentoring sessions focused on career readiness and professional growth Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and a strong learning mindset in all program activities Build a career portfolio including resume, LinkedIn profile, and interview preparation Engage with employer partners through panels, networking events, and mock interviews Apply learned skills during a supervised internship or work-based learning experience Track progress against learning goals using data-informed feedback and improvement plans Professional communication Customer service fundamentals Business operations knowledge Microsoft Excel CRM and office software Time management Professional writing Presentation skills Team collaboration Career readiness and interviewing Eligibility for workforce development or training programs for young adults Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and learning Ability to meet program attendance and participation requirements
