Get Involved with C-TEC Youth Services

We are always looking for ways to collaborate with local businesses. Throughout the year we work with employers to provide opportunities for youth to experience different industries and work environments.

Here are some ways employers and businesses can get involved:

Internships: Internships are a win-win opportunity for businesses and youth. Youth are able to gain on the job experience while learning more about a particular industry. Employers are able to work with potential employees before hiring them.

Clackamas Youth Career Expo: Hosting a table at the annual Clackamas Youth Career Expo is a fantastic way for businesses to get their name out and meet tomorrow’s workforce. Find out more here: Clackamas Youth Career Expo

Job Shadows: Job shadows are an easy way for local businesses to get involved with youth and for youth to experience different industries. This is a great opportunity to work one-on-one with youth.

Career Field Trips: Open your doors for a few hours and let our youth tour your business! Career field trips are a great way for businesses to explain what they do to youth and for youth to experience the many different industries that are available in Clackamas County.

Mock Interviews: First interviews are intimidating for many youth. Mock interviews are a great way for youth to practice interviewing while getting constructive feedback from local employers.

For more information, contact Molly Aleshire at (503) 594-3964 or

Success Stories!

All C-TEC staff were very helpful and organized. They facilitated this masterfully.
Partnering Business

We absolutely loved the ability to mentor and teach and felt very supported by C-TEC staff in the experience.
Partnering Business

It was great working with CTEC. The staff were professional, knowledgeable, and available.
Partnering Business

Students were so excited to have this opportunity and the adult mentors were very excited to have the help. It was a wonderful experience for all.
Partnering Business

I was excited about this opportunity because not only would I gain some exposure to a field I did not know but it was also a chance to gain some education.
Program Participant

The experience allowed us as an organization to expand and share our vision and creativity in supporting a well-rounded program to ensure the youth have job readiness skills
Partnering Business

What I enjoyed most was the opportunity to mentor and get projects completed. We appreciated being a part of the process.
Partnering Business

I know now that I’m capable of joining any workforce and being successful. The whole experience will be with me forever.
Program Participant

Through my internship experience I was able to save money for my future, learn new skills and help people. At the end of the every work day, I felt very satisfied in what I had accomplished that day.
Program Participant