Stories

Becoming The Employer of Choice For Gen Z

On a vibrant evening at KPMG, amidst clinking glasses and animated discussions, a group of corporate partners and guests convened for an enriching event: Cocktails and Conversation. The evening wasn’t just about mingling and socializing; it was an opportunity to delve deep into a crucial topic shaping the workforce’s future: becoming an employer of choice

Bridging Experience:  Genesys Works High School Interns Connect with Early Career Engineering Development Professionals at Williams.

Our high school interns at Williams enjoyed engaging in a remarkable roundtable event, uniting them with William’s dedicated Early Career Engineering Development Professionals (EDPs). Program Coordinator Emmanuel Oyeniran initiated this concept of bridging experience. “When an intern shared her anxiety about being the first in her family to attend college, I felt compelled to act.

Genesys Works Interns Gain Valuable Experience Through Partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma

In 2023, we launched our seventh location in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Maribel Lopez-Leon and Floyd Avelar, high school seniors at Will Rogers High School, are gaining invaluable real-world experience through our partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma (BCBSOK). BCBSOK President Stephania Grober emphasizes the significance of cultivating future talent early and integrating youthful perspectives

Fartun’s Speech from Hatfield and McCoys Celebration Event

If you have attended one of our events, you know that we always include time to hear from a Young Professional or alum. We believe in the importance of giving the mic to our Young Professionals and alumni and amplifying their voices and experiences. With guidance from a staff member and plenty of lead time,

“My career truly started the day I joined Genesys Works”

This year, Genesys Works celebrates a decade of bridging opportunities for youth from underserved communities in the Bay Area. Over the past ten years, Genesys Works has been dedicated to providing access to college and career pathways to more than 700 trailblazing young people who have big career aspirations but limited access to the networks

Genesys Works Welcomes Charlotte Wylie to Board of Directors

Executive Bringing Extensive Global Experience in Cybersecurity toNew Role Houston, TX – August 08, 2023 – Genesys Works, a leading organization in advancingcareer readiness opportunities for youth in underserved communities that lead toupward mobility and economic self-sufficiency, announced today the appointment ofCharlotte Wylie to its Board of Directors. “We are pleased to welcome Charlotte to

10th Annual Think IT Charity Golf Invitational 

In June, we achieved another milestone and celebrated the 10th annual Think IT Charity Golf Invitational organized by our long-time partner, York Solutions! All proceeds raised through this event advance the mission of Genesys Works to provide pathways to career success for high school students in underserved communities through skills training, meaningful work experiences, and

Comic Relief Spotlights the Impact of Genesys Works

We are delighted to be featured on Comic Relief US’s website! Comic Relief US is a renowned organization dedicated to using the power of entertainment to drive positive social change. Their spotlight on Genesys Works highlights our mission and our impactful work empowering high school and first-generation college students through skills training, college and career

From Vision to Impact: School Partnerships

School partners are essential to the Genesys Works program, helping bridge the gap between students and their future careers. We work closely with schools throughout the year to support our interns holistically and ensure academic excellence. School partners are also instrumental in helping strengthen the pipeline and recruit new interns each year, helping us provide

A New Partnership with the People of Color Career Fair

Our abundant partnerships help empower students from traditionally underserved communities with the skills, experiences, and guidance they need to succeed in the workforce. Genesys Works Twin Cities has 50+ school partners, 50+ corporate partners, and many community partners who have a shared vision where all young adults can achieve success and a lifetime of economic