Austin17House Training Academy
Want to get a job but don’t know if you have the skills to be successful? Jumpstart your future with our Training Academy!
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FALL 2025 TRAINING ACADEMY
- DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 -
ADULTING 101
PEOPLE SKILLS
WORKFORCE READINESS
WORKFORCE BASICS
Workforce Basics is a hands-on, real-world experience for teens ages 15 to 18 (and motivated 14-year-olds), spread across 40 hours of learning, practice, and figuring things out. It’s where we get real about adulting and learn what it takes to land and keep a job. You’ll practice how to show up, speak up, and step up at work and in life while building the core skills every first job and every future boss will expect.
Most of all, you’ll walk away with confidence and a sense of direction.
What to Expect?
Your Workforce Basics 3-Month Journey
SEPTEMBER 2025
Pre-Orientation & Orientation
Get grounded, meet your peers & learn the basics.
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Pre-Orientation: Friday, September 12
5:30 - 7:00 PM
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Orientation: Monday, September 15
4:00 - 7:00 PM
SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER 2025
Real World Activites *minimum of 20 hours*
Join us one afternoon each week for 3 months for hands-on learning.
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Wednesdays—6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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Fridays—6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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Choose from various hands-on opportunities below:
Real-World Activities: Personal & Creative Expression
Real-World Activities: Craftsmanship & Skilled Trades
Real-World Activities: Service & Workplace Skills
SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER 2025
Skill-Building Sessions - 4 Hours
Session 1: Adulting 101
Session 2: People Skills
Session 3: Workplace Readiness
ADULTING 101
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Time Management
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Adaptability
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Initiative
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Problem Solving
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Emotional Intelligence
PEOPLE SKILLS
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Communication
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Active Listening
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Teamwork
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Receiving Feedback
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Giving Feedback
WORKFORCE
READINESS
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Jobs and Careers
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Getting Interviewed
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Employee Success
SKILL BUILDING SESSIONS
SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER 2025
Personal Development & Ongoing Reflection
Join us on Tuesdays for personal development support to track your growth and make sense of what you’re learning.
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Tuesdays—3:00 PM to 6:00 PM (Optional and Highly Encouraged)
ONGOING
Mentorship
Minimum of four 30-minute sessions with mentors.
NOVEMBER 2025
Wrap-Up Session & Career Exploration
Celebrate, share takeaways, and develop next steps.
INFO SESSION
FRIDAY AUGUST 22, 2025
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Facilitator, Mentor, Advisor:
Training Academy Interest Form
The Austin17House Training Academy prepares teens (14 - 18) for life and workplace success through hands-on skill-building, mentorship, and community support. Whether you have an hour to spare or a long-term commitment to give, there are many ways you can get involved. From sharing your expertise as a facilitator to mentoring and advising youth, your involvement will have a lasting impact on our local teens. By donating time, sharing your talent, or contributing treasure, your involvement makes a difference. Below, you’ll find a quick reference chart to help you choose the role that aligns with your schedule and interests.
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Tours & Hours:
Tuesday 12:00 - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 12:00 - 6:00 PM
Thursday 12:00 - 6:00 PM
Friday 12:00 - 6:00 PM
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