joined forces with Discovery Place to present a monthly youth workshop
series titled, "MYEP Career Discovery". The workshop series will give
MYEP participants the opportunity to explore the various industries
and sectors that Charlotte has identified as growth sectors – the jobs
of the future that drive our local economy. These industries include
Health Care, Energy and the Environment, Finance, Manufacturing,
Defense, Tourism and Motorsports. Youth will have the chance to engage
with industry representatives as they gain a greater understanding of
the qualifications necessary for different careers.
There will be five "MYEP Career Discovery" days held in 2011.
Approximately 150 youth, ages 16-18 years, will participate in each
workshop. Mayor Anthony Foxx will be present to welcome students to
each career day and discuss the importance of career exploration at an
early age.
The first "MYEP Career Discovery" day will focus on the Health Care
industry and will be held on Tuesday, February 22nd from 4:00 p.m. –
6:00 p.m. at Discovery Place (301 N. Tryon Street). Industry
representative, Carolinas HealthCare Systems, will engage youth
through seven interactive displays designed to showcase various
careers in the Health Care industry. This summer, over 40 youth
participating in the MYEP will be placed in internships related to the
healthcare sector to continue their education and experience.
All workshops will be held at Discovery Place from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• February 22, 2011
Health Care Professions – Presented by Carolinas HealthCare Systems
• March 22, 2011
Nanoscience/Material Science Professions
• April 26, 2011
Energy Professions
• May 24, 2011
Motorsports Professions
• June 14, 2011
Finance Professions - Presented by Bank of America and the National
Association of Financial Planners
MYEP Summer Internship Kick-off Event
Host Employer-Intern Meet and Greet
For more information on MYEP, please contact Dawn Hill, Program
Manager, at 704-336-4445 or visit http://myep.charlottenc.gov
