Educational Opportunity Offered

OPPORTUNITY TYPE

Industry Tour

DESCRIPTION

Students participating in an industry tour at the River Valley Regional YMCA will gain a behind-the-scenes look at how a community-based nonprofit organization operates. The tour will introduce students to a variety of career paths within the YMCA, including wellness and fitness, childcare and youth development, aquatics, facilities management, administration, and community outreach. Students will observe daily operations, learn about staff roles and responsibilities, and hear directly from YMCA professionals about required skills, training, and career pathways. The experience will also highlight the YMCA’s mission-driven work and the impact it has on individuals and families in the community.

OPPORTUNITY REQUIREMENTS

Age/Grade Requirement: High school students (9-12th grade)

Advance Notice: Yes

Advanced notice needed: 2-3 Weeks