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Youth Services

Mayor’s Apprenticeship Program (MAP)

MAP is a a forward-thinking workforce development initiative designed to empower young adults, ages 18 to 26, by offering paid apprenticeships that combine hands-on job experience, professional mentorship, and real-world skill-building. The program provides a crucial stepping stone for young people to explore meaningful career pathways, gain essential workplace competencies, and make a positive impact in their community.

Through MAP, apprentices are matched with a diverse array of partner organizations and city departments that reflect the unique needs and interests of the Antioch community. Placement opportunities include:

• Monument Impact – Supporting immigrant and low-income populations through initiatives focused on economic opportunity, social justice, and community empowerment.
• Bridge Builders to the New Generation – Engaging youth and families to foster leadership development, healing practices, and equity-driven support systems.
• Antioch Animal Services – Assisting with animal care, shelter operations, public education, and outreach to promote responsible pet ownership.
• Antioch Parks & Recreation – Contributing to recreational programming, event coordination, park beautification, and efforts to enhance community wellness.
• Additional City Departments and Nonprofits – Including a broad network of civic organizations and youth-serving agencies committed to fostering leadership and engagement.

Each apprentice gains hands-on experience tailored to their site placement, with opportunities ranging from community outreach and youth mentorship to administrative assistance and event planning. The program is intentionally designed to build both hard skills (like computer literacy, scheduling, or field-specific knowledge) and soft skills (such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving) that strengthen future employability and professional growth.

To ensure equitable access and reduce participation barriers, MAP provides transportation support and wraparound services through a key partnership with Rubicon Programs, the program’s service provider. Rubicon offers each participant:

• One-on-one mentorship
• Job readiness training
• Ongoing personal and professional development throughout the duration of the apprenticeship

MAP is proudly funded in part by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and the #CaliforniansForAll Youth Service Corps, underscoring Antioch’s deep investment in youth empowerment, inclusive opportunity, and long-term community resilience.

By investing in education, mentorship, and career-building experiences, the Mayor’s Apprenticeship Program is not only equipping young adults with the tools they need to succeed but is also nurturing a new generation of leaders, professionals, and changemakers ready to shape the future of Antioch.