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Advance your Education

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Become a Leader

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Volunteer Now

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United Way Youth Volunteering

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PROGRAMS & RESOURCES

Trainings

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Career Exploration

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PAsmart

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PA Business One-Stop-Shop

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Apply for a Workers Permit

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Future Road Builders

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Budget your Life

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INTERNSHIPS, FELLOWSHIPS & FUNDING

Internships

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Governor's Office Internship Program

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Commonwealth Public Service Internship Program

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Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Internships

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Pathways Internship Program

Learn more about federal internships and employment opportunities for students and recent graduates

William Penn Fellowship for Graduates

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Grants and Financial Aid

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VIDEOS

Internships

PennSERVE

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GUIDES

Pennsylvania Career Guide

View PA Career Guide for guidance on important career decisions

College Student Guide

Learn about the available options for continuing your education

WORKFORCE RESOURCES

U.S. Department of Labor

Learn more about the initiatives supporting a positive and safe environment for youth workers

Job Corps

Learn about the nationwide program supporting career training for students

Job Exploration

Explore your next career

Improve your Interview Skills

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USAJOBS

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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRY

Web Resources

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Job Market Data

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Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)

Learn more about Pennsylvania's workforce development strategy

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Apprenticeship & Training Office (ATO)

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Career Opportunities

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DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (DHS)

Apply for Benefits

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YOUTH COMMUNITIES

Refugee Education Program

Learn how this program supports the integration of refugee students in the public school system

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LGBT Youth Resources

Discover the available programs supporting LGBT Youth

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Transitional Living Program (TLP) for Homeless Youth

Learn about the services TLP provides for job preparation and educational opportunities

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Life Skills Development Program

View the services available for building life skills and job development resources

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OFFICE OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION (OVR)

Transition from School to Work

Learn about the referral program supporting high school students with a disability during the employment process

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TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

Teen Drivers

Learn more about the process for receiving a permit or driver's license, and get access to teen safety tips and teen driver statistics

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Find Public Transportation

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ADDICTION SERVICES

PA Department of Health

Discover how the Department of Health strives to promote healthy behavior

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PA Guide to Treating Heroin and Opioid Addiction

Read what actions you can take towards treating heroin and opioid addiction

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Opioid Addiction Information

Learn more about Pennsylvania's approach to ending the opioid crisis

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JUVENILE JUSTICE RESOURCES

Juvenile Court of Judges' Commission

Learn how this commission provides leadership, support, and training to PA's juvenile justice system

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PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency

Learn about Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention programs

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Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services (BJJS)

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

PA Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA)

Learn about student financial aid services

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