Louis Molina
0:11:59
Beyond the governmental impact, our solar installations on schools have been an educational tool providing city students with the firsthand look at solar technology and renewable energy solutions, hopefully inspiring the next generation of leaders.
0:12:14
We also recognize that education is the foundation of opportunity, not just for students, but for all New Yorkers looking to build successful careers, whether it's creating pathways to public service, expanding career readiness programs, or supporting lifelong learning, we are making critical investments to ensure that education remains accessible, equitable, and tied to real world opportunities.
0:12:37
One of the ways we're delivering on this commitment is through the expansion of the DCAS Automotive Internship Program, a major initiative to connect young New Yorkers with hands on training in automotive technology and fleet management.
0:12:49
Last year, we announced that DCAS will more than double the number of participating high school students, providing them with paid internships in city fleet garages and exposure to one of the largest municipal fleets in the nation.
0:13:03
We've also worked hard to expand our civil service pathways fellowship, one of the premier opportunities in the city to bring real life work experience to students in partnership with the City University of New York.
0:13:14
We have significantly enhanced the civil service pathways fellowship program.
0:13:19
This expansion not only provides recent graduates with valuable career opportunities, but also infuses our municipal workforce with fresh perspectives and diverse talents.
0:13:28
Looking internally, we are just as committed to supporting the continued learning and advancement of our city's workforce.
0:13:35
That's why we launched the first ever high school equivalency and college credit program for municipal employees in partnership with Metropolitan College of New York.
0:13:44
Through this program, municipal employees can earn a high school equivalency diploma while simultaneously earning college credits, giving them the ability to pursue higher education with fewer barriers.
0:13:56
This initiative isn't just about education, it's about economic mobility.
0:14:01
A high school diploma is a stepping stone to better wages, new career opportunities, and long term stability for our municipal workforce, and we're proud to lead this effort at DCAS.
