Training and Employment for Newcomer Youth
The Multicultural Association of Fredericton Inc. (MCAF) Training and Employment for Newcomer Youth (TENY) services coach newcomer youth to prepare for and to find jobs in Fredericton.
TENY services provide information, training, and networking opportunities to support newcomer youth as they explore their career and educational pathways and goals.
To register for training or employment services, make an appointment with a settlement and intake worker.
To learn more email us.
Skills Launch Youth Program
Skills Launch Youth (SKY) is an employment-readiness program for newcomer youth in Fredericton. The program supports participants as they explore career and education options, build employment skills, and prepare for meaningful work in Canada.
Participants have opportunities to:
- Learn about Canadian workplace culture, employee rights, and employer expectations
- Explore occupations, career pathways, and local labour-market opportunities
- Build resumes, cover letters, job-search strategies, and interview skills
- Strengthen workplace communication, English, digital literacy, and essential skills
- Identify personal strengths, transferable skills, and career goals
- Complete employment-related training such as First Aid and CPR, Food Safety, Cultural competency, and other
- Connect with WorkingNB, employers, job fairs, networking opportunities, and community partners
- Visit post-secondary institutions and learn about education, training, scholarships, and student loans
- Gain local experience, develop professional references, and work toward employment goals
Skills Launch Youth provides a supportive learning environment where participants can grow their confidence, develop practical skills, and take the next steps toward employment, training, or further education.
Eligibility
To be eligible, participants must:
- Be 18–30 years old
- Be a Permanent Resident, Protected Person, or Canadian citizen
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada and New Brunswick
- Be facing barriers to employment and not currently working, studying, or in training
- Be committed to completing SKY classes, technical training, and employment workshops
- Have a minimum English language level of CLB 4
To learn whether you are eligible, contact the Skills Launch Youth Coordinator at olesia.matrosenko@mcaf.nb.ca
To apply or register, complete the SKY application form.
Part-time and Summer Jobs
Explore the local job market and develop your own employment goals.
Learn how to:
- Search for jobs using both online tools and in person strategies
- Successfully submit job applications
- Prepare your resume and practice your interview skills
Learn about Canadian Work Culture:
- soft skills for the Canadian workplace
- workplace safety, rights and responsibilities
- Build your network
- Learn about volunteer opportunities, work placements and summer jobs
- Meet with local employers, attend job fairs
- Access online job search sites
- Attend networking events
Receive workplace training such as:
- Workplace Essential Skills Training (WES)
- First Aid and CPR
- English classes, tutors and homework clubs
- Food Safety Certification
- Baby-sitter’s training course
- Cultural Brokers Training
Explore further education, training opportunities and goal setting:
- Learn about training and educational opportunities
- Apply for college or university, student loans and scholarships
