Year Up Chicago Employee Directory
Professional Training & CoachingIllinois, United States51-200 Employees
Year Up Chicago operates a one-year, intensive training program for urban young adults aged 18 to 24, combining technical instruction with professional development within a structured pathway. The program provides college credits, an educational stipend, and a corporate internship, focusing on IT network support, project management support, investment operations, and client services. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the organization functions as part of a national nonprofit that connects participants to work and education opportunities. The model serves as a talent pipeline to help graduates pursue full-time employment or higher education after completion. Reported outcomes include 100% internship placement for qualified students and a high share of graduates employed or in college within four months, with an average starting wage of about $19 per hour. In 2026, Year Up formed a collaboration with Lumino Digital to support its operations, illustrating ongoing partnerships with industry entities.