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Are you an employer or job readiness resource? Participate in the Vendor and Resource Fair portion of our event! For more information reach out to Communications Associate, Amairany Macias, AmairanyM@sandiego.gov. 

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This Year's Vendors

Employers: (Ongoing)

• American Medical Response - American Medical Response: America's largest ambulance company. We provide non-emergency and emergency transport across San Diego county.
• Aramark F&B Legoland CA Resort - Food and Beverage employment opportunities at the LEGOLAND California Resort, employment with Aramark.
• Black Tech Link - Community focused non-profit organization providing workforce solutions and career readiness programs focused on tech-facing fields around Southern California
• Cal Coast Credit Union - Cal Coast is a member owned, not-for-profit, community first credit union. San Diego’s oldest serving financial institution.
• California Department of Transportation - Caltrans manages more than 50,000 miles of California's highway and freeway lanes, provides inter-city rail services, permits more than 400 public-use airports and special-use hospital heliports, and works with local agencies. Caltrans carries out its mission with six primary programs: Aeronautics, Highway Transportation, Mass Transportation, Transportation Planning, Administration and the Equipment Service Center.
• Caltrans District 11 - Caltrans manages more than 50,000 miles of California's highway and freeway lanes, provides inter-city rail services, permits more than 400 public-use airports and special-use hospital heliports, and works with local agencies. Caltrans carries out its mission with six primary programs: Aeronautics, Highway Transportation, Mass Transportation, Transportation Planning, Administration and the Equipment Service Center.
• City of San Diego, District 8, Office of Councilmember Vivian Moreno - The Office of Councilmember Vivian Moreno represents Council District 8 within the City of San Diego. District 8  includes the communities of Barrio Logan, Egger Highlands, Grant Hill, Logan Heights, Memorial, Nestor, Ocean View Hills, Otay Mesa East, Otay Mesa West, San Ysidro, Shelltown, Sherman Heights, Southcrest and Tijuana River Valley.  From potholes to policy, the work in the District8 office includes supporting residents with City-related issues.
• City of San Diego, Employ & Empower - The City of San Diego’s Employ & Empower paid internship program offers young San Diegans the opportunity to explore diverse public service opportunities, gaining hands-on work experience that makes a real-world impact in their communities. This program is grant-funded by Youth Service Corps, a division of California Volunteers, Office of the Governor. Participants must meet grant eligibility requirements to qualify.
• City of San Diego, Personnel Department - The City of San Diego provides meaningful public service careers that support the daily needs of our community. With a workforce of more than 13,000 employees, the City offers professional development, career advancement, and a mission-driven environment where individuals can make a real and lasting impact on the lives of residents.
• Energy Garay Cooperative Network - Food Security Cooperative (FSC), part of the Energy Garay Cooperative Network (nonprofit) builds community resilience in San Diego's Qualified Opportunity Zones by producing culturally inspired ethnic emergency foods (Japanese, Filipino, Mexican, etc.) for long-shelf-life kits, daily hot meals via church partnerships, and home deliveries. We combat food insecurity affecting 26% of residents through sustainable production, Tesla Optimus-assisted teams, and integration with hydroponic farms and solar energy—empowering youth 17+ with training, dual-credit pathways, and co-op membership for a self-sufficient future.
• Fleet Science Center - The Fleet Science Center is on a mission to realize a San Diego where everyone is connected by the power of science to create a better future. We are a community-focused countywide organization that collaborates with educators, scientific organizations, community leaders and champions of a-ha moments.
• Goodwill Industries of San Diego County - ABOUT US- Our mission is to provide employment and training opportunities to people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. ew ideas in order to improve any aspect of the organization. We are 100 percent local and 100 percent nonprofit.  All of our programs and services are provided at no cost to all San Diego County residents.
• Harmonium, Inc - Non-Profit organization partnered to staff Youth Programs located on San Diego Unified School Campuses.
• Modern Times, Inc - Modern Times, Inc. (MTI) is the Jobs Coordinator for the Otay Mesa East Port of Entry project in partnership with SANDAG. MTI supports Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) goals through local workforce outreach, job placement, and compliance, connecting community members to construction jobs, apprenticeship pathways, and union career opportunities.
• Port of San Diego Ship Repair Association - Association member companies deliver a comprehensive range of ship repair and maintenance services that include conversion, overhaul, and specialized trades such as welding, industrial painting, pipefitting, shipfitting, electrical work, sandblasting, carpentry, and rigging. On large-scale projects, member companies frequently collaborate to share labor and resources, ensuring timely and efficient project completion. All work is performed to the highest quality standards, with many members maintaining ISO certifications for quality management and environmental protection. Core priorities include employee and customer safety, environmental stewardship, workforce training, and customer satisfaction.
• Salvation Army Kroc Center San Diego - Come experience the fun of summer camp while developing important skills As a Youth Development Leader at the Salvation Army Kroc Center. We train you in everything from Behavior Management to Swim Safety so that you can be the best day camp counselor. Our campers range in age from 4-14, and participate in everything from field games to ice skating.
• San Diego Humane Society - San Diego Humane Society is looking for candidates who support our mission to create a more humane world by inspiring compassion and advancing the welfare of animals and the people who love them.  As an open-admission shelter and one of the largest animal welfare organizations in the country, we not only care for more than 40,000 animals in our communities annually, but also share the expertise we have gained through our innovative programs with shelters nationwide.
• San Diego Public Authority - We are a non-profit organization that hires caregivers to support recipients of the IHSS program. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for anyone interested in starting a career in the healthcare industry. Our employees gain valuable experience in providing basic care for elderly and disabled individuals, while enjoying flexible schedules and competitive pay. Beyond the job, caregivers make a meaningful impact by helping others and building strong connections within the community.
• SeaWorld - At SeaWorld we put conservation at the heart of our park. From top-level animal care to global rescue efforts, we're committed to protecting marine life.
• UC San Diego CIRM Alpha Clinic - The UC San Diego CIRM Alpha Clinic accelerates stem cell, gene, and regenerative medicine therapies from lab to patients by supporting and running FDA-regulated clinical trials. Funded by California’s stem cell agency (CIRM), it provides clinical, regulatory, and operational infrastructure to help academic and industry partners rapidly test innovative treatments and expand patient access to cutting-edge therapies.
• United States Army - Provide information what the Army can offer to the public, such as jobs, benefits, personal experience, and others.  The Army can be a great occupation as a stepping stone or career.
• Urban Corps of San Diego County - Urban Corps of San Diego County serves as a bridge to a better life for young adults ages 18 to 26.  We provide paid job training, support services and a second chance to earn a high school diploma while offering a variety of professional services to the San Diego community.  Our Corpsmembers gain job skills through urban forestry, construction, recycling and other community projects. Whether improving a park, working in the San Diego River, removing graffiti or rehabilitating low-income homes, our Corpsmembers improve themselves while improving our region.
• Workshops for Warriors - Workshops for Warriors (WFW) is a San Diego-based nonprofit school that provides accelerated 16-week training, nationally recognized certifications, and job placement in advanced manufacturing—specifically welding, CNC machining, CAD/CAM, and 3D printing—for veterans and transitioning service members. It bridges the gap between military service and high-paying civilian careers.
• San Diego Theatres - San Diego Theatres employs over 200 San Diegans to assist in the management, marketing, operations and maintenance of the San Diego Civic Theatre in the heart of downtown and the historic Balboa Theatre in the Gaslamp Quarter.

And many more employers coming soon! 

Job Training & Career Readiness Resources: (Ongoing)

• Access, Inc. - Access is San Diego’s Youth Career Center, providing Job and career preparation services to youth and young adults from 14 to 24 in San Diego County. Services include Resume and application assistance, work preparation workshops, and one-on-one mentoring to help guide participants through their education and employment journey.
• Advanced Manufacturing Institute San Diego (AMI-SD) - AMI-SD is a nonprofit organization that offers employment-skills training to unemployed, underemployed, and career-shifting residents of San Diego County seeking entry-level and mid-level positions in precision machining and related advanced manufacturing occupations.  We provide accelerated hands-on, real-world direct training in a positive, professional, and supportive environment
• AGC Apprenticeship -  AGC Apprenticeship is a State and Federally approved Construction Apprenticeship
• Associated Builders and Contractors Inc, San Diego - Free Apprenticeship for Construction Trades! We teach Electrical, Plumbing, Pipefitting and Sheet Metal to our Apprentices. We provide them with a paying job, medical, dental, vision and life benefits, and guaranteed pay raises through the duration of our program. Hands-on on-the-job training meets classroom education for a stable and well-paying career in the Trades.
• California Conservation Corps - The California Conservation Corps is a youth workforce development program dedicated to preparing young adults for meaningful careers and educational opportunities.
• City of San Diego, Office of Child and Youth Success - Office of Child and Youth Success was established to prioritize and help uplift children, youth, and families within the City of San Diego. The office serves to amplify and strengthen systems dedicated to youth so that the City ensures that San Diego's future is secured.  
• City of San Diego, San Diego Public Library - The City of San Diego Public Library serves the informational, educational and recreational interests of San Diego through 36 branches, Central Library, the READ/San Diego literacy program and an online presence.
• Computers 2 Kids - We empower communities to strengthen Health, Educational, and Economic Opportunity by refurbishing technology and providing affordable access and workforce training for the technologically underserved.
• Eddie Teaches IT - Eddie Teaches IT provides life-changing training that helps students from almost any background break into an IT or Cybersecurity career. Students get personalized support every step of the way. With only one night class per week for 7 months and an affordable cost, a high paying and highly-rewarding tech career is within your reach.
• Electrical Training Institute / IBEW 569 - State registered apprenticeship program. Job Placement with PAID On-The-Job Training. FREE schooling and continuing education with college credits. Certifications and licensing. Health and Welfare benefits for you and your family – Medical, Dental, Vision, Mental Retirement - Pension.
• Goodwill Industries of San Diego County - ABOUT US- Our mission is to provide employment and training opportunities to people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. ew ideas in order to improve any aspect of the organization. We are 100 percent local and 100 percent nonprofit.  All of our programs and services are provided at no cost to all San Diego County residents.
• GRID Alternatives - GRID Alternatives is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making clean, affordable solar power accessible to low-income communities. Through hands-on installation programs, workforce training, and community partnerships, GRID expands renewable energy access while creating pathways to green careers. Their work helps reduce energy costs, advance environmental justice, and build a more sustainable future for all.
• iSERVE (International Service Education - Research Vision Empowerment) - iSERVE helps students plan their future through college application preparation, scholarships, and career guidance. Founder Bogdan "Bogey" Matuszynski supports young people figuring out their next steps—whether that's applying to college, finding scholarships, building a resume, or exploring careers in education, international relations, project development, and community service. We turn confusion into confidence.
• Kitchens for Good - Our tuition-free apprenticeship programs support the whole individual, combining hands-on training with services that remove common barriers to success. Apprentices may receive stipends to offset living expenses, daily meals, and transportation assistance. We also provide job placement services to connect apprentices with employment, along with HR support to help them navigate workplace challenges, build stability, and thrive in their roles.
• Laura Rodriguez Medical Assistant Institute - The LRMAI medical assisting program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions as medical assistants in a variety of health care settings. Students study the structure and function of the major body systems, medical terminology, procedures that help health care providers diagnose and treat health issues, computer skills, administrative services and the processing of medical insurance forms and claims.
• Outdoor Outreach - Outdoor Outreach Leadership Program is a paid training experience for young adults (ages 16 – 21) living in or around San Diego. Through weekly workshops and outdoor training experiences, participants learn and develop the skills needed to become leaders within the outdoor industry as well as within their own communities. This program has a focus on workforce development, civic engagement, and outdoor industry skills.
• Outside The Lens - Outside The Lens (OTL) is a San Diego-based nonprofit that inspires young people to become storytellers and changemakers through media arts. Our K-12 and transitional age (18-24) students learn more than technical skills in digital photography, graphic design, filmmaking, and emerging media, they also develop expertise in critical thinking, creative expression, and visual literacy.
• Paving Great Futures DBA Core 6 - Our mission is to increase the health and wealth of underserved communities in order for marginalized and at risk individuals to thrive socially, economically and politically.
• San Diego Job Corps - San Diego Job Corps is a career training and education program for low-income young adults ages 16 through 24. We offer hands-on training in growing industries, education opportunities, housing, meals, and basic medical care all at no-cost.
• UC San Diego CREATE Career Pathways Program - The UC San Diego CREATE Career Pathways Program (CPP) supports high school students in planning their high school coursework, exploring college and career opportunities, and preparing for their future through workshops, professional conversations, and engagement in our Discord community. CPP also helps students identify programs, internships, and work-based learning experiences and offers near-peer coaching from current UC San Diego students.
• San Diego Workforce Partnership - The San Diego Workforce Partnership empowers young adults through career exploration, education, and paid work opportunities. Working with community leaders like SBCS, SDYS, Access, SPA Academy, and the YMCA HIRE program, we provide vital training and mentorship to help San Diegans navigate barriers and secure in-demand careers.

Does your company share our passion for connecting youth to career pathways and making a positive impact in the Promise Zone? Sponsor our event! We are seeking sponsors who can contribute an in-kind donation and/or cash sponsorship to help cover the costs associated with organizing the event. In return for your generous sponsorship, we offer various promotional opportunities, as outlined in the sponsorship menu below. For more information reach out to the Promise Zone Program Manager, Amber Joy Weber, ajweber@sandiego.gov. 

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