On this episode of Future Groove, we'll be joined by June Bayha, CEO of Bayha Group, and two of her colleagues to discuss their innovative program that has been connecting teens with internships and industry mentors for the past eight years. Through this program, young people are gaining important workplace skills and building impressive resumes and portfolios. Join us as we learn more about the Bayha Group's Gen Z-focused programs and how they're on the cutting edge of reinvention.

Topics and Questions Covered:

• (01:06) - Introducing the DowneyMADE internship program
• (03:36) - Receiving the California Career Trust Grant and how students apply to the program.
• (06:38) - How many students and businesses were involved in the beginning?
• (09:58) - Pivoting the program and adding a virtual element during the lockdowns.
• (15:24) - Juan's personal experience with the DowneyMADE internship program.
• (18:35) - Enrique's personal experience with the DowneyMADE internship program.
• (19:57) - Working with the employers and structuring the work experience.
• (23:34) - Examining the efficacy of the weekly reflecting journals.
• (25:35) - How were the students placed with their desired employers?
• (29:43) - What is the future groove for the DowneyMADE program?

Resources Mentioned:

• https://www.downeymade.net/
• https://www.downeymade.net/programs

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