Long Beach: City Offering Space Beach Youth Workforce Summer Camp to Inspire Next Generation of Aerospace Professionals
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Long Beach, CA ~ Long Beach, CA - The City of Long Beach is taking steps to prepare the next generation for careers in the aerospace industry. The Economic Development Department has announced a partnership with top aerospace employers and educational institutions to offer a unique career exploration experience for 45 youth between the ages of 16 and 24. This initiative, known as the Space Beach Youth Workforce Summer Camp, aims to build on the success of last year's inaugural cohort and promote workforce equity in the growing aerospace sector.

The City is encouraging employers and organizations to sign up and host activities related to the aerospace industry for the participating youth. Applications for interested young adults are now available online until Monday, July 7, 2025.

Mayor Rex Richardson expressed his excitement about this opportunity for Long Beach's youth, stating that "our young people are the future of Space Beach." He believes that this camp will provide them with an exciting chance to explore career pathways in the transformative aerospace industry within their own city. The Mayor also highlighted the City's pride in partnering with local aerospace and educational institutions to offer this inclusive and dynamic program.

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The two-week Space Beach Camp will be facilitated by the Long Beach Workforce Innovation Network (LBWIN) Youth Career Services Center, which is part of the Department's youth employment center. It is designed as an immersive and high-impact program that aims to prepare and inspire young adults for careers in aerospace. The camp will run from July 14-25 and will compensate participants with an hourly rate of $18 for approximately 50 hours. Transportation assistance will also be available for those who need it.

The program boasts a robust curriculum with dynamic learning opportunities, including networking sessions with engineers, entrepreneurs, and technical experts. Participants will have the chance to tour aerospace companies and training facilities, go on behind-the-scenes workplace visits and technical field trips, attend panel discussions, receive one-on-one career coaching, and engage in hands-on activities. All of these activities are intended to provide a deeper understanding of the diverse career opportunities available in Long Beach's nationally recognized Space Beach economy.

Bo Martinez, the Economic Development Director, expressed his excitement about launching the second Space Beach Camp, stating that it is designed to "ignite inspiration, provide stability and expand opportunity for our young residents of Long Beach." He also credited Mayor Richardson's leadership, the City Council, industry partners, and the dedicated LBWIN team for making this program possible. Together, they are empowering the next generation and shaping the future of Long Beach's aerospace workforce.

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The City Council has approved a one-time allocation of $300,000 to support this program as part of the adopted Fiscal Year 2024 Budget. These funds will also go towards supporting the Long Beach Public Service Corps Program, which offers paid internships in public service to strengthen municipal workforce pipelines and align with the City's goal of engaging residents in hands-on civic employment.

This initiative aligns with the City's Summer of Opportunity campaign, which focuses on fostering positive development among Long Beach youth while addressing youth violence. More information about Summer of Opportunity activations and the City's summer activities calendar can be found on their website.

For those interested in learning more about Space Beach Camp, they can visit the Department's website or contact the LBWIN Youth Career Services Center at 562.570.4700. The City is committed to providing opportunities for its youth to explore their potential and prepare for successful careers in growing industries like aerospace.

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