Bridges from School to Work

Bridges from School to Work of Los Angeles follows evidence-based practices to increase employment opportunities and improve career outcomes for young adults with disabilities ages 17-24. We will recruit and enroll at least 100 youth with disabilities and provide a full range of career services that aim to culminate in paid, competitive employment with 12 months of post-hire follow up and case management.

In partnership with San Diego State University and tech firm Ultranauts, Bridges from School to Work (Bridges) of Los Angeles will integrate and test an AI job coaching platform called CoachX in its established workforce development program for young adults with disabilities. Bridges provides intensive work readiness training and one-on-one mentoring to help youth with disabilities ages 17-24 secure, retain, and succeed in competitive jobs that build self-confidence, increase self-sufficiency, and promote economic advancement.