Jobs 253 offers Tacoma Public School high school students the opportunity to earn high school credit for graduation and the opportunity to gain paid meaningful work experience.
Greetings Jobs 253 students and parent/guardians, Thank you for your interest in the Jobs 253 Program!
Through partnerships with local employers and community organizations, Jobs 253 acts as a conduit for students gain hands-on experience across diverse industries, earning a $500 stipend and high school credit while exploring potential career paths. Designed to bridge education and opportunity, Jobs 253 empowers students to discover their strengths, grow their networks, and take the first step toward their future success. This program provides students with job readiness training, paid worksite and service work experiences that develop leadership skills and benefit our community in meaningful ways.
Jobs 253 and City of Tacoma The areas of Jobs 253 that the City of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Schools foster together include two multifaceted opportunities:
- Service Work – 40 hours of a combination of job readiness training and service through coaching, instructing, and other opportunities. Students earn .5 high school credit and a $500.00 completion stipend.
- Industry-Recognized Credential (IRC) Programs – 40 plus hours of training from industry experts that leads directly to careers with the certifications required for employment.
See Tacoma Public Schools Jobs 253 and Career and Technical Education website for more information.