This episode originally aired on WVON-AM radio and explores youth workforce development programs in Cook County. Host George Wright, CEO of the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership, is joined by Joshua, a program coordinator for the Partnership's Community Innovations and Impact team. The conversation focuses on two key initiatives: Opportunity Works and Opportunity Summer, which connect young people with paid internships and training in high-growth industries. Joshua discusses the programs' origins, their impact on youth, and the various career pathways available. Discover insights into how these initiatives are addressing youth unemployment, providing valuable work experience, and supporting young people's career development.