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Hello! Welcome to PAVE (Promoting Avenues to Employment)! Our program offers job readiness training, occupational skills training, internships, and other employment and education-related opportunities. Explore this site to find resume and cover letter help, learn more about our services, and more!
PAVE is a program of New Avenues for Youth, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention and intervention of youth homelessness. Since 1997, our programs and services have impacted more than 20,000 young people as they work to overcome barriers, pursue their goals, and realize their potential. From supporting basic needs like meals and counseling to providing opportunities for education, job training, employment, and housing, we meet youth where they are—and help them get where they want to go. Visit our website for more information.
PAVE is a program of New Avenues for Youth, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention and intervention of youth homelessness. Since 1997, our programs and services have impacted more than 20,000 young people as they work to overcome barriers, pursue their goals, and realize their potential. From supporting basic needs like meals and counseling to providing opportunities for education, job training, employment, and housing, we meet youth where they are—and help them get where they want to go. Visit our website for more information.
PAVE Career Lab
Career Lab is a space for 17-24 year olds who are seeking employment and training supports. Staff are available to assist with resumes, cover letters, job searches and career exploration.
Call 503-841-1291 or email us at paveinfo@newavenues.org to make an appointment!
Downtown (by appointment only)
Location: 314 SW 9th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
East County - Youth Opportunity Center (by appointment only)
Location: 470 SE 165th Ave, Portland, OR 97233
Call 503-841-1291 or email us at paveinfo@newavenues.org to make an appointment!
Downtown (by appointment only)
Location: 314 SW 9th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
East County - Youth Opportunity Center (by appointment only)
Location: 470 SE 165th Ave, Portland, OR 97233
PAVE Job Readiness Training (JRT)
Are you interested in a paid internship, getting long term employment support, or getting paid while exploring different career opportunities? By completing our online Job Readiness Training Program, you will not only gain skills that will benefit you in any workplace, but you will also have these exciting opportunities available to you. Click the link below to get more info about the program and how to enroll.
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