Summer Youth Work Experiences
Structured summer opportunities that help students build work habits, confidence, and a clearer vision for the future.
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Work experiences that build confidence and momentum.
Thrive helps individuals move toward meaningful employment across southeastern Ohio, with a special focus on Summer Youth Work Experiences (SYWE) that help students explore work, build confidence, and see what is possible after high school.
Students gain real-world work exposureParents see growth and confidenceEmployers support local youth
SYWE spotlightReal work. Real growth. Real possibilities.
What matters mostHelping people see what they can do.
Summer Youth Work Experiences
School-to-work pathways
Local employer partnerships
What we do
Helping people take the next step.
Thrive offers person-centered employment services, with Summer Youth Work Experiences standing out as a priority opportunity for students and school partners.
Job Development & Supports
From identifying job opportunities and preparing for interviews to building lasting success on the job.
Learn moreVocational Evaluations
Understand skills, interests, preferences, and career options to make informed employment decisions.
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Why SYWE deserves the spotlight.
Summer Youth Work Experiences create a bridge between school and adult life. They give students the chance to practice workplace expectations, discover strengths, and experience the pride that comes with doing real work.
- Students gain hands-on experience in real community settings.
- Parents see growth in confidence, routine, and independence.
- Educators can point to a practical next step beyond the classroom.
- Employers get the chance to support local youth and strengthen the workforce pipeline.
Summer Youth Work Experiences
What participants gain
SYWE is about more than filling time in the summer. It helps young people begin building the habits and self-belief that matter in future employment.
- Exposure to workplace routines and expectations
- Practice with communication, teamwork, and task completion
- A chance to explore interests in a supportive setting
- More confidence heading into the next school year and beyond
Who we serve
SYWE is built around partnership.
The program grows when schools, families, and employers all see the value.
Parents & Families
Learn how summer work experiences can help students build confidence, responsibility, and work readiness.
Learn moreSchools & Educators
Help students connect classroom learning to a real-world experience that can change what they believe is possible.
School partnershipsCommunity Employers
Open your workplace to youth learning opportunities and help invest in the future workforce of southeastern Ohio.
Partner with usGetting started
A connection to services, not another obstacle.
Thrive provides vocational rehabilitation services through Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD). If you're exploring services for yourself, a family member, or a student, understanding the OOD process is often the best place to begin.
How to get startedNot sure where to start?
That's okay. We can help explain what Thrive provides and point you toward the appropriate next step. Eligibility and service authorization are determined by OOD.
Reach out to ThriveLet's build what's next
Bring more Summer Youth Work Experiences to southeastern Ohio.
Let's talk about how Thrive can support students, schools, families, and community employers throughout the region.