Last month, young people participating in PYN's Work-Based Learning Programs gathered at Drexel University’s Dornsife Center for PYN’s December Career Panel Day, an afternoon centered on honest conversations, real-world advice, and meaningful career exposure. Professionals representing more than a dozen industries joined us to share their career journeys, lessons learned, and insights into what it really takes to navigate college, training, and the early workforce. Check out

This holiday season, we’re excited to share a special greeting created in partnership with the talented students in our Out-of-School Time (OST) programs. Working alongside PYN staff, students brought their creativity, voices, and holiday spirit to life through this year’s holiday card sharing a reflection of the joy, imagination, and community at the heart of our programs. We’re proud to celebrate their work and the meaningful connections formed through OST programming all y

The Philadelphia Youth Network is deeply saddened to share the passing of our colleague, friend, and workforce development champion, Michele DePoulter. Michele was a dedicated and longstanding member of PYN’s team for nearly 25 years, having joined the organization in 2000. She was well known throughout Philadelphia’s youth workforce development community and played an important role in shaping the programs and partnerships that support young people across the city. Throughou

As we move into 2026, Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN) is excited to unveil a refreshed logo and brand identity - an evolution that reflects not just a new look, but a renewed purpose in our work.   Over the past year as we streamlined our offerings and deepened our focus on direct service delivery, it became clear that we needed a visual identity that aligned with our updated approach - one that signals to young people, partners, employers, and community stakeholders that PY

Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN) is pleased to welcome Anthony “Tony” Bevacqua, Principal at KPMG LLP, as the newest member of our Board of Directors. Tony brings more than 25 years of experience leading process, technology, and organizational transformation for public, private, and nonprofit clients - expertise that aligns deeply with PYN’s mission to create equitable pathways for Philadelphia’s young people. Tony currently serves as KPMG’s Advisory Leader for the Philadelph

The Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN) is excited to celebrate the continued growth and success of our Career Connected Learning Out-of-School Time (OST)  programs this fall! These programs, taking place from 3-6pm at 7 district schools, give middle school students a chance to explore new interests, gain valuable skills, and connect what they learn in school to real-world careers in a fun, hands-on environment. This season, we’re proud to share that PYN’s Career Connected Learn

Empowering Young Adults to Take Their Next Step! Last month, Philadelphia Youth Network proudly launched its Professional Pathways Program, a new direct service programing initiative designed to help young adults ages 18–24 with high school diplomas transition confidently into the workforce. Designed to support Opportunity Youth - young people who are disconnected from school, work, or postsecondary education - PYN's Professional Pathways program provides participants with

Hundreds of people gathered at Independence Visitors Center in Philadelphia to celebrate the honorees of the 2025 City & State Who’s Who in Labor on Sept. 10. The honorees are the Pennsylvanians who champion a workforce powering health care, infrastructure, education and other sectors, including Philadelphia Youth Network’s (PYN) very own President & CEO Wendy-Anne Roberts-Johnson. “We are thrilled Wendy-Anne was honored for her relentless work in providing and advocating for

Summer at PYN is all about exploration, growth, and hands-on experiences - and our students captured it all on camera! This year, we received an incredible array of “Day in the Life” video submissions from participants in our summer programs, showcasing the energy, creativity, and dedication of Philadelphia’s youth. From behind-the-scenes looks at exciting workplaces to personal stories of learning and growth, these videos give a front-row seat to the summer adventures that m

Check out the photos from our orientation focused Welcome Week!

(Philadelphia, PA – June 23, 2025) – This week, the Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN) officially launches its 2025 Summer Jobs Programs,...

Hey Philly Class of 2025 — you did it! 🎓 Whether you graduated from Central, Girls High, Frankford, CAPA, or anywhere in between, take a minute to soak it in.

Starting a new job or internship is exciting—and a great way to make a strong first impression is by dressing appropriately for the workplace. We'll give you some tips and tricks here to make sure you're showing up comfortable and confident to start your first day.

Are you a teen or a young adult prepping to get your first real paychecks from a new job this summer? Tap in with us for some Budgeting...

Are you a teen getting ready to start a new job? Or just a young person who wants to expand their professional profile? LinkedIn is one...

The first day of anything is stressful, but the first day of stepping into the professional workplace comes with its own concerns. In the...

Landing a new job is a huge milestone — and first off, congratulations! Whether it's your first role or just the next step on your...

On May 1st, 2025, PYN proudly celebrated its 25th Anniversary with an unforgettable event honoring two and a half decades of youth...

PYN middle school aged youth spent an afternoon learning about NASA’s mission and research from subject matter experts on April 2. The...

Check out the highlights from Philadelphia Youth Network’s WorkReady VIP (Violence Intervention and Prevention) Program and our recent visit to the construction worksite at North Philadelphia Peace park in partnership with YouthBuild Philadelphia.