Why Choose Hawkeye? Empowering Businesses and Communities through Youth Employment
In today’s fast-paced business world, finding talented, motivated employees can be a challenge. But what if you could tap into a pool of eager young individuals ready to learn, grow, and contribute to your business—all while making a meaningful impact on your community? That’s where Hawkeye comes in. Partnering with Hawkeye not only fills employment needs but also strengthens the fabric of the community. Here’s why Hawkeye is the perfect partner for businesses looking to grow and give back.
1. Career Matching: The Right Fit for Your Business
Hawkeye’s approach goes beyond just placing participants in a job. We carefully match businesses with youth who have the skills and interests aligned with your industry. Whether your business is in retail, manufacturing, or even pet care, we connect you with participants who are excited about learning and motivated to succeed. This personalized career matching means that you’re not just getting a worker—you’re getting someone who is passionate and ready to contribute.
"We’ve had great success with Hawkeye’s work experience program. The youth we’ve worked with have come in eager to learn and fit seamlessly into our team."
2. Ongoing Support Every Step of the Way
Our Hawkeye team offers ongoing support to both the business and the participants throughout the program. Our Career Coaches stay connected with you, ensuring a smooth experience and addressing any challenges that arise. You’ll also be invited to monthly meetings where we discuss updates, share success stories, and address any concerns.
Whether it’s training, feedback, or guidance, we’re here to make sure this partnership works for everyone involved.
3. Give Back to Your Community
By becoming a Hawkeye worksite, you’re doing more than filling a job position—you’re actively giving back to your community. Many of the participants we work with are opportunity youth, including those with disabilities, young parents, or those transitioning out of foster care. By providing a work experience, you’re offering these young people a chance to build real-world skills and set themselves up for long-term success.
Not only are you giving them a leg up in their careers, but you’re also becoming a mentor—someone they can look up to and learn from as they navigate the workforce.
4. A Pathway to Stronger Communities
When youth have access to meaningful work experiences, they’re more likely to thrive, which benefits everyone in the community. Employment opportunities like those offered through Hawkeye help reduce crime rates, foster personal development, and build a stronger, more connected local economy. By partnering with us, your business becomes part of this larger movement toward positive community change.
5. A Mutually Beneficial Relationship
Hawkeye’s Paid Work Experience program is entirely subsidized—we cover all costs associated with the program. This means that your business benefits from having a motivated, skilled worker at no additional cost. And once the program is complete, if you’re impressed with their performance, you have the option to hire them full-time. You get the chance to train and evaluate potential new hires without any financial risk.
"Hawkeye has been a game-changer for us. We were able to train and mentor a young worker, and by the end of the program, we hired her onto our team full-time. It’s a win-win!"
6. Supporting Youth, Supporting the Future
At Hawkeye, we believe in creating pathways to success for every young person we work with. We understand that many of our participants face barriers to employment, whether that’s due to lack of experience, educational gaps, or personal challenges. But with your help, they can overcome those obstacles and build a brighter future.
Get Involved: Make a Lasting Impact
Partnering with Hawkeye is about more than just filling a role—it’s about joining a mission to empower youth and uplift communities. Whether you’re seeking enthusiastic new talent, looking to give back, or eager to be a part of something meaningful, collaborating with Hawkeye offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference. Together, we can create a future where businesses succeed, communities thrive, and young people are equipped with the tools they need for a brighter tomorrow.
Ready to make an impact? Learn more and get started by reaching out to us at info@hawkeyeworkforce.org.
