why hire from more than words?
great employees. greater impact
Coming out of our intensive job training program, our graduates have demonstrated they can show up, give and receive feedback, and work as part of a team. They bring diverse perspectives and backgrounds, and they are keeping jobs, too: 89% of our graduates maintain the same job that they started six months ago.
what our youth bring to the table
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Core Competencies
Our youth have learned key soft skills like engagement, professionalism, problem solving, hitting goals, taking initiative, and more.
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Leadership and Teamwork
All have successfully worked in teams hitting group goals, learned from and given peer feedback, and taken on shift leadership roles.
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Direct Experience
Our social enterprises provide experience in retail, customer service, warehouse operations, inventory management, truck safety, and public speaking.
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Diverse Perspectives
All More Than Words youth have overcome complex barriers: they will add different perspectives and bold ideas to your teams.
employer partnerships
meet to learn your needs
After you reach out, we'll meet with your team to learn about your business needs and ideal candidates.
we screen and refer
We'll screen and refer only strong candidates. Our youth have varied skills and interests so there may be many or just a few.
you conduct interviews
Our young people will participate in your hiring process as any candidate would; we're confident their skills will stand out!
we support ongoing success
Our Career Services team will remain in touch with our graudate and you to support retention and career growth.