Genesys Works - Chicago

01/23/2023

We asked one of our amazing alumni what advice she has for students applying for the Genesys Works program, and here's what she said!

Don't wait; apply today: https://genesysworks.tfaforms.net/4652245

01/19/2023

Are you a high school junior looking for an opportunity to learn professional skills, receive training in IT or accounting and earn a paid internship? Well, look no further! The application to become a Genesys Works Young Professional is open!

Apply here: https://genesysworks.tfaforms.net/4652245

01/10/2023

6 lessons from JPMorgan Chase’s $40 Million Investment in Chicago’s South and West Sides

Genesys Works Chicago is proud to partner with JPMorgan Chase. Read about their commitment to developing foundational work skills for today’s labor market, and how they're addressing barriers that may limit postsecondary options, especially for vulnerable youth populations.

Is your company looking to partner with Genesys Works Chicago? Visit here: https://forms.gle/noScMfSAB3tE2gPcA

It's been one year since JPMorgan Chase invested $40 million in Chicago's South and West sides. With half of the funding deployed, we're looking our lessons learned.

01/09/2023

Please join us in congratulating our January Supervisor of the Month, Toby Valentino, at Ranger Power!

Our Program Coordinator, Sierra, shared, "Toby has been a tremendous partner with Genesys Works and has made an active effort to make Carlos, his intern, comfortable at Ranger Power since day 1. He involves Carlos on many projects and has him work with various people across Ranger Power to broaden his experience. Thank you for all your hard work, Toby!"

Supervisors are the key to our Young Professionals internship experience, and we are so thankful for all of our incredible supervisors!

01/05/2023

Please join us in congratulating our January Employee of the Month, Kori, a senior at Butler College Prep, interning at Tyler Technologies, Inc.!

Congratulations, Kori! Comment below to help us celebrate Kori and her hard work!

12/29/2022

Thank you for all that you’ve done for Genesys Works. You make it possible for us to build pathways to opportunities that lead to career success, upward mobility, and a lifetime of economic self-sufficiency. Whether you can give $500 or $5, every dollar helps ensure our programming will increase opportunities for young people and our interns and alumni are empowered to achieve brighter futures. Thank you for your support. https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/_quAOg?vid=vc44x

12/27/2022

The Rise of High School Internships

What are the benefits of having a Genesys Works Young Professional in your office?

''...students who take on an internship in high school often mature, rising to meet the level of responsibility expected", US News (2022).

Internships aren’t only for college students – they can offer a range of benefits for teens, too.

12/21/2022

Taylor, an intern with a knack for taking an idea and making it a reality, is looking forward to a future full of possibility and success as an automator with Accenture. Interns like Taylor are thriving because supporters like you are contributing to brighter futures. Your generous gift makes our work possible.

Together we can empower the present and shape the future for young people. Please make a donation today https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/_quAOg?vid=vc44x

12/15/2022

Please join us in congratulating our Employee of the Month, Mateusz, a senior at Chicago Academy High School, interning at Accenture!

Congratulations, Mateusz! Comment below to help us celebrate Mateusz and his hard work!

12/12/2022

ICYMI: Applications are OPEN! If you're a junior looking for meaningful work experience, don't wait and apply today to become a Genesys Works Young Professional.

Apply here: https://genesysworks.tfaforms.net/4652245

12/08/2022

8 strategies for districts looking to add or expand internship programs

"Experts suggest having an internship in high school can be a highly valuable experience for students, helping them learn how professional environments operate, gauge their interest in different careers, and begin tackling real-world problems."

Data suggests while 79% of high schoolers are interested in work-based learning experiences, just 34% know of opportunities.

12/07/2022

Please join us in welcoming our new Grant Manager, Will Raff!

Since moving to Chicago in 2018, Will has been working in the non-profit realm in fundraising and communications. He is a seasoned and skilled grant writer, copy editor, and fundraising teammate. Prior to joining Genesys Works Chicago, Will worked at the National Public Housing Museum, where he contributed to the Museum’s capital fundraising effort to begin construction on its permanent home in Little Italy. Will received his BA from Haverford College in Pennsylvania.

12/05/2022

Are you a high school junior looking for a paid internship in Chicago? Look no further! Our application is now OPEN!

Click here to apply: https://genesysworks.tfaforms.net/4652245

12/05/2022

Our supporters help us empower the present and shape the futures of our Young Professionals like Taylor. Taylor joined Genesys Works with incredible ambition and a desire to find a career pathway best suited to her skills and talents. For Taylor, the Genesys Works program acted as a catalyst, offering rigorous training and opportunities to excel in a paid internship with a corporate partner. Your financial support makes our work possible.

Please donate today to help us continue this impactful work for young professionals like Taylor. https://buff.ly/3F9Fnfr

12/01/2022

SAVE THE DATE! 📅 If you or someone you know is a current high school junior looking for an opportunity to learn professional skills, receive training in IT or accounting and earn a paid internship, make sure to mark your calendars. The application to become a Genesys Works Young Professional opens on Monday, December 5th.

To learn more about our program, please visit our website: https://genesysworks.org/chicago/about-us/

11/29/2022

Our proven career readiness, skills training and paid internship program allow students to see the difference between a job and a career and achieve a future where they have agency, upward mobility, and the power to influence change.

This opportunity would not have been possible without supporters like you.

Together, we can continue to empower the present and shape the future for young people.

If you’d like to make a contribution today, please click here: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/_quAOg?vid=vc44x

On behalf of all of us at Genesys Works, thank you.

11/28/2022

Jonathan is one of our many alumni who stay connected to Genesys Works and the support that we provide. While pursuing his degree at Illinois State University, Jonathan is also excelling as a working alumni at our corporate partner, RSM. Through this experience, he is receiving support from our team and expanding his professional network!

Please join us in celebrating his accomplishments!

11/23/2022

We would like to take a moment to thank our incredible corporate partners who are creating meaningful work experiences every day for our Young Professionals.

Comment below what you are thankful for this year!

11/22/2022

Paid Internships Can Provide HS Students with Something No College Counselor Can

Paid Internships Can Provide HS Students with Something No College Counselor Can

With inflation and college costs rapidly increasing, it’s no wonder many high school seniors aren’t sure about the next step to take. Should they pursue a short-term certificate or a four-year degree? Is it possible to enroll in a good school without accruing too much debt? Which degrees and cer...

11/21/2022

Our Young Professionals have officially completed the Deloitte Academy 3-Day Experience! Thanks to the mentors at Deloitte, they are now equipped with more tools to continue growing as students, professionals, and leaders. Huge thank you to the Deloitte team, especially Charise Angderson, Julia Jacob, and Molly Ryanmiller for making this opportunity happen!

Deloitte

11/16/2022

Thank you, Motorola Solutions Foundation, for supporting our program dedicated to providing access to career pathways for emerging young professionals from historically excluded communities through skills training, meaningful work experiences, and impactful relationships. This year, the Foundation awarded grants to support programs that help millions of students, teachers, and community members across the globe.

11/15/2022

Our Impact Plan - People

Genesys Works Chicago is proud to partner with KPMG! KPMG is committed to fostering an inclusive culture built on trust, embracing various unique experiences, and standing against systemic barriers and biases.

Through this partnership, KPMG has assisted Genesys Works Chicago for the past few years in building diverse talent.

Genesys Works' mission is made possible with the dedication of our corporate partners. We appreciate you, KPMG!

Read more about KPMG's commitments here: https://buff.ly/3UHkjCq.

Climate change, the COVID-19 pandemic, racial injustice and growing inequality continue to disrupt all aspects of life. Workforce attrition is at an all-time high, particularly among minority groups.

11/15/2022

Please join us in congratulating our Employee of the Month, Gio, a senior at George Westinghouse College Prep, interning at CME Group!

His Program Coordinator shared, "In such little time, Gio has stepped out of his comfort zone... Gio's professionalism, dedication, and hard work are impressive!"

Congratulations, Gio!

Comment below to help us celebrate Gio and his hard work!

11/10/2022

With our Young Professionals working hard in their internships and post-secondary planning, we know that it can be an overwhelming time. During College and Career Connections, our Young Professionals learned about the importance of stress management and coping techniques so that they can stay focused on their success!

11/09/2022

Mark your calendars for Giving Tuesday on November 29th, 2022! Your gift will help support Genesys Works provide young professionals with an opportunity and a chance to achieve their dreams of economic success!

Ready to support today? Visit the link in our bio!

11/09/2022

Genesys Works - Chicago updated their website address.

Genesys Works - Chicago updated their website address.

11/08/2022

In this season of giving thanks, we would like to thank our corporate partners for helping make our mission possible.

Today, we are highlighting CIBC who has partnered with us since 2012. Thank you for supporting our Young Professionals in their careers and inspiring profound social impact by directly challenging economic inequality.

Looking to invest in tomorrow's talent pool and ? Visit here: https://buff.ly/3N5inka

11/07/2022

More Genesys Works Chicago Alumni doing amazing things! Today, we are highlighting Mercy, who is currently pursuing a degree in Aviation Management and a minor in airport planning and management. She says, "My Program Coordinator was awesome at helping me decide my next steps after high school. Where I am now was made possible because of Genesys Works."

Join us in celebrating Mercy and cheering her on in the comments!

11/04/2022

Since 2010, Kirkland & Ellis has been a valued partner with Genesys Works Chicago providing over 150 internship opportunities to Chicago Public School students. We greatly appreciate their dedication to building meaningful change.

Find out more about partnering with Genesys Works here: https://buff.ly/3N5inka

11/03/2022

With college application season underway, we are eager to support our Young Professionals every step of the way.

We want to give a special thanks to Reena Kansal from Leadership Story Lab for providing professional development to our Program Coordinators; so that they can better support our Young Professionals in telling their stories through their personal statements for college applications.

11/02/2022

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To our alumni - we're missing you already! We want to stay connected with you about career opportunities and keep you connected with your fellow alumni.

Please join us at the listed social channels to hear about the latest opportunities available to you and the recent happenings at Genesys Works!

10/31/2022

We love to celebrate our incredible Young Professionals starting their internships! Help us cheer on Xiaolin and Alondra as they embark on their new journey at Ever.Ag - Financial Services!

10/27/2022

Another successful day with Deloitte and the Deloitte Academy team! Our Young Professionals were excited to learn about Business Chemistry. By the end of the day, they left feeling confident and prepared to navigate different workstyles in their academic and professional journeys.

10/26/2022

Join the Genesys Works Chicago team!

We are a passionate individual who is committed to connecting Chicago companies with skilled youth from historically excluded communities.

Interested? Apply Here: https://genesysworks.org/about-us/careers/

10/25/2022

We're proud to partner with companies that are dedicated to our same mission: to provide career pathways for emerging young professionals from historically excluded communities. Read about Kirkland & Ellis' strong initiatives here: https://www.kirkland.com/marquee-stories/social-commitment/diversity-and-inclusion/nurturing-professional-development

Is your company interested in partnering with Genesys Works Chicago? Click here to learn more about our program. https://forms.gle/noScMfSAB3tE2gPcA

10/24/2022

We're so excited to share that all of our Young Professionals have officially started their internships! Here's a first-day photo from a long-time corporate partner, Kirkland & Ellis.

Are you interested in becoming a Genesys Works Young Professional? Visit the link in our bio! 🔗

10/21/2022

Please join us in congratulating our Employee of the Month, Genesis, a senior at Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy, interning at Skender!

Her supervisor, Lynn DeMeulemeester, shared, “Genesis has been a fast learner and comes in daily and goes right to work with everything on her schedule. She is kind, thoughtful, and ready to take on more. We appreciate her greatly!"

Congratulations, Genesis!

Comment below to help us celebrate Genesis and her hard work!