DONATE GALA CONTACT ABOUT YOUNG ADULTS EMPLOYERS SCHOOLS SUPPORTERS LOCATIONS Washington DC Overview Staff Directory Directions Eligibility & Applications Staff Directory Shelby Hill Director 202-609-9842 shelby.hill@bridgestowork.org Shirley Hardy Employer Representative 202-609-9842 shirley.hardy@bridgestowork.org HOME ABOUT YOUNG ADULTS EMPLOYERS SCHOOLS SUPPORTERS LOCATIONS CONTACT FACEBOOK TWITTER LINKEDIN YOUTUBE Careers Site Feedback Terms of Use Privacy Policy © Copyright 2021 Bridges from School to Work

DONATE GALA CONTACT ABOUT YOUNG ADULTS EMPLOYERS SCHOOLS SUPPORTERS LOCATIONS Schools Working with Bridges Who Bridges Serves FAQs Who Bridges Serves Youth interested in Bridges should: Be between 17-24 years old Have an IEP, 504 Plan, or other documentation of a disability Produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States Be eager to work Have a positive attitude Be willing to follow an employer’s rules Be motivated to do well every day Be open to having a professional mentor guide him/her through the employment process Be able to get to and from work independently Bridges can serve youth with any type of disability who have potential for competitive, unsubsidized employment. Each Bridges location may have specific eligibility requirements. Check with your local Bridges office to learn more. HOME ABOUT YOUNG ADULTS EMPLOYERS SCHOOLS SUPPORTERS LOCATIONS CONTACT FACEBOOK TWITTER LINKEDIN YOUTUBE Careers Site Feedback Terms of Use Privacy Policy © Copyright 2021 Bridges from School to Work

DONATE GALA CONTACT ABOUT YOUNG ADULTS EMPLOYERS SCHOOLS SUPPORTERS LOCATIONS Oakland Overview Staff Directory Directions Eligibility & Applications Overview The Oakland Bridges program began in 2007. Bridges serves young adults with barriers to employment ages 17-24. Bridges staff members, known as Employer Representatives, work with young adults individually and in groups to identify career goals, develop interviewing skills, connect with employers, create a résumé, apply for jobs, get a job, and succeed in a job. Employer Representatives work closely with each young person, providing instruction, guidance, and mentoring that increases confidence, builds character, and enhances professionalism. Local Partners School Districts Served Oakland Unified School District Berkeley Unified School District Office Phone 510-834-4700 Address Oakland – The Port Workspaces 344 20th Street Oakland, CA 94612 Contact Anthea Charles Director anthea.charles@bridgestowork.org Shannon Gibson Office Manager shannon.gibson@bridgestowork.org Hours of Operation Monday–Friday 9:00am–5:00pm HOME ABOUT YOUNG ADULTS EMPLOYERS SCHOOLS SUPPORTERS LOCATIONS CONTACT FACEBOOK TWITTER LINKEDIN YOUTUBE Careers Site Feedback Terms of Use Privacy Policy © Copyright 2021 Bridges from School to Work