young adults in the post-high school program pose for a photo while wearing their spirit jackets

About the Program

IE² (Inspire, Engage, Employ) is OYC Miami’s comprehensive College and Career Readiness initiative designed to help students explore postsecondary pathways and prepare for life after high school. Beginning in the early grades and expanding throughout high school, the program provides structured guidance to help students identify career interests, explore educational opportunities, and develop a clear plan for their future.

Participants engage in college and career exploration activities, leadership development opportunities, test preparation, exposure trips, professional speaker series, financial literacy education, and workforce readiness experiences. OYC Miami’s goal is for every student to graduate with a well-defined plan and the skills necessary to successfully pursue college, vocational training, military service, or employment.

Workshops that we offer through this program:

Job Readiness

This workshop series provides participants with hard and soft workforce skills training, mock interviews, and insight on appropriate workplace attire. Community professionals also share tips for a successful transition into both college and the workforce.

Resume Building

These resume development workshops guide young adults as they produce & edit their resumes in preparation for the world of work. The process builds an understanding of different resume formats and explores how to tailor resumes for specific job searches.

FAFSA Workshop

Funding college can be intense for students and families. This workshop series helps college applicants and their families navigate the FAFSA process. OYC Success Coaches are available year round to provide comprehensive support for completing the FAFSA application and accessing the various benefits of the FAFSA platform.

Financial Literacy

This workshop series teaches budgeting, savings, and insight on financing post-secondary goals.

OYC students take a tour of the University of South Florida campus

College Tours

Each spring, eligible students attend a 4-day College Tour visiting colleges and universities throughout the country.

The tours engage current undergraduate and graduate students at each site to spark OYC student interest and expose them to college life.

School visits include tours of colleges that match student career interests and important cultural landmarks at each city they visit.  Visits to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) also take place annually.

OYC students on a college tour

Service Projects

We are very proud to have an impressive number of college students support us on college tours. It is our intent to engage current undergraduate and graduate students on these tours, allowing them to offer up advice and information on their experience so that high school students are able to witness recent examples of a Positive Contributing Citizen.

OYC post-high girls enjoy a social event

Social Events

OYC frequently invites post-high school members to dinners, desserts and other social gatherings to nurture and strengthen their bond with each other.

College and Career Specialists track all graduates until they are 25 years old to ensure they remain connected to OYC and their peers during this crucial life phase.