YOUTHBUILD

Mile High Youth Corps’ YouthBuild program offers young adults ages 18-24 a unique opportunity to earn a GED or High School Equivalency diploma and learn in-demand skills in construction and healthcare.

You can JOIN

YOUTHBUILD CONSTRUCTION or YOUTHBUILD HEALTH & WELLNESS

Mile High Youth Corps’ YouthBuild Programs engages young adults (Corpsmembers) who have been disconnected from school or work into on-the-job training and GED/high school equivalency programs. These Corpsmembers develop construction skills while serving on affordable housing or community healthcare projects, setting and achieving further educational goals, and engaging in leadership development, civic engagement, and college and career readiness activities.

You will receive

YOUTHBUILD CONSTRUCTION

  • Bi-weekly pay in the form of a stipend
  • Corpsmembers enrolled in the AmeriCorps national service program for an employment period lasting between 6-10 months are eligible for an AmeriCorps Education Award (scholarship)
  • GED or High School Equivalency diploma
  • Training divided between the construction service site and the classroom
  • Certifications and credentials in OSHA10, First Aid, Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training (PACT), and Customer Service Equivalency Training (CSET).

YOUTHBUILD HEALTH & WELLNESS

  • Bi-weekly pay in the form of a stipend
  • YouthBuilders enrolled in the national AmeriCorps service program are eligible for an AmeriCorps Education Award for an employment period lasting between 6-10 months
  • GED or High School Equivalency diploma
  • Enrollment in Arapahoe Community College’s Certified Nurse Aide Certificate Program to receive their Certificate in Nurse Aide
  • Connections with skilled health care professionals from Arapahoe Community College for specialized instruction and on-the-job training

“Before MHYC, I didn’t have good people skills. I wasn’t ready for a job. When we first entered the service sites, it made me very nervous. I’ve seen my people skills grow and I’m ready for my next job because of everything I learned through the YouthBuild Construction program.”

- Emilio, YouthBuild Construction

A Day in the Life of a YOUTHBUILD Corpsmember

We make a difference

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low-income community members & community members with autoimmune diseases served
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certifications earned across programs

FAQs

A: Some Corpsmembers will earn their GED in just a few months, while some will take longer—and that’s okay! Our High School Equivalency instructor will work with Corpsmembers individually to develop a plan to complete your diploma. We’ll help you set goals, and you can work at your own pace.

A: No problem! Part of the YouthBuild program includes on-site training. You will participate in training at the start of the program and engage in hands-on learning as a Corpsmember.

A: Definitely! While you will earn certificates and work experience in construction or healthcare pathways, we encourage all YouthBuilders to explore a variety of career pathways to find a career that will be the best fit for you. If it’s not construction or healthcare, you’ll still have great training and experience and a high school equivalency diploma to add to your resume that will impress future employers. Many of the skills you will learn in construction and healthcare, such as customer service skills, are transferable and will be helpful in any career field. Regardless of what pathway you choose, we’ll help you find your best fit and support you in finding a job after you’ve completed the program.

A: After you’ve completed the program, you become a member of the MHYC alumni community, where you can continue to access support, such as resume review and job placement assistance, network with other MHYC Alumni, and support current Corpsmembers as they start their own process of personal transformation.

Need a little help getting started?

Our awesome staff members are here to help.

Demetrius Parker

Program and Pathways Manager: Youthbuild