Economic Development

Youth Services

The Economic Development Department's Workforce Development Bureau is dedicated to helping Long Beach youth achieve their career aspirations and unlock their full potential. Our staff is committed to empowering the next generation of workers and entrepreneurs through a variety of dynamic youth services. At the heart of this effort is the Long Beach Workforce Innovation Network (LBWIN) Youth Career Services Center, a vibrant and supportive youth center offering specialized career development and job training programs for young people ages 14 to 30.

Our location offer a welcoming environment where young people can map their career paths and gain the skills, knowledge and hands-on experience needed to thrive in today’s competitive job market. We offer a wide range of no-cost services, including:  

• Career exploration resources
• Direct connections to employment opportunities
• Intensive case management
• Occupational skills training
• Paid internships
• Work readiness training

Additionally, youth can access vital resources such as supportive services, computers, online tools, telephones and copiers to facilitate their program participation. 

Visit us today!

LBWIN Youth Career Services Center
508 W. Willow St.
Long Beach, CA 90806
562.570.4700

Business Hours:
Monday – Thursday | 11 a.m. –  6 p.m.
Friday | 11 a.m. –  5 p.m.

Eligibility and Priority Populations

Future LB’s comprehensive youth employment services are primarily funded by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). These services are tailored to meet the needs of out-of-school youth aged 16 to 30 who face significant barriers to employment. Eligibility criteria include at least one of the following:

• Low-income
• Involvement with the juvenile justice system
• Experience in foster care
• Homelessness
• Pregnancy or parenting, or a disability

Our location is also a school-to-career partner with Long Beach Unified, Long Beach City College, and California State University, Long Beach. Through initiatives such as the Public Service Corps Fellowship, Urban Design Internship, Port of Long Beach Internship and Fire Corps Internship, we connect students to job opportunities and enhances their academic experiences. These programs recruit participants through competitive application processes that open periodically.

Interest and Referral Forms

If you are interested in our programs and services, please complete our Youth Interest Form.
Community partner agencies may refer customers using the Unite Us referral platform.

Online Resources

CalJOBS
CalJOBS is an online platform the California Employment Development Department (EDD) provides to help California residents find employment and connect with various job-related services. It’s primarily designed for job seekers, employers, and workforce professionals, offering tools for job search, career planning, and hiring

Gladeo
Gladeo is an online career exploration platform that helps job seekers and educators gain insights into various career paths and industries. Through video storytelling and informational resources, Gladeo seeks to make career exploration engaging and accessible.

Career Cruising
Career Cruising is an online career guidance platform designed to help youth, educators, and job seekers explore various career options and plan for future educational and career paths using interest profilers, assessments, and occupational information. 

Long Beach Public Library Job and Career Resources
Use your Long Beach Library card to gain access to robust online-based resume support, job boards, one-on-one interview preparation, and training courses through LinkedIn Learning and Udemy.