The Hampton Roads Workforce Council is committed to helping to prepare the emerging workforce for meaningful and successful occupations of the future. Through participation in NextGen, as well as in-school and out-of-school year-round programs designed for youth ages 14-24, participants learn workplace readiness and academic skills essential for reaching their career goals.
Upon completion of the Hampton Roads Workforce Council's youth and young adult programs, many students move on to post-secondary education and find employment through NextGen hosted recruitment events for local employers.
NEXTGEN PROGRAMS
NextGen Opportunity Fair
The NextGen Opportunity Fair provides teens and young adults with an opportunity to gain access to employment, volunteer, and post-secondary education opportunities in the region. The Fair attracts more than 300 attendees and more than 80 vendors annually— successfully connecting businesses and organizations with the emerging workforce. The next Opportunity Fair will take place on March 2, 2023 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
NextGen Regional Internship Program
The NextGen Regional Internship Program provides internship opportunities for youth and young adults in Hampton Roads. The nine-week paid internship program currently supports residents of Portsmouth, Norfolk, and Chesapeake — ages 16 to 21. Participants gain valuable experience in a variety of industries throughout the summer.
Click here to apply to the 2023 program.
Interested in hosting a NextGen Internship at your company or organization? Please complete this Employer Interest Form and a member of the NextGen Team will contact you within 48 business hours.
Career Guidance Academy
The Hampton Roads Career Guidance Academy is a three-day program that shares information on in-demand careers of the future and provides educators and guidance counselors with a blueprint on how to best prepare the emerging workforce. Academy participants receive labor market information on the needs of various industries, learn the requirements for entry into careers and gain insight into cutting-edge opportunities currently available in Hampton Roads.
WIOA Youth Programs
Funded by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, the Hampton Roads Workforce Council offers year-round youth programs.
If you would like more information on scheduling recruitment events, group tours, or a speaker to visit your program please fill out the form by clicking HERE.
Are you a youth needing assistance? Please connect with us through our Youth Registration form.
For additional assistance, please contact at 757-314-2370 or nextgen@theworkforcecouncil.org.