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Who is it for? The initiative will provide paid career opportunities and financial assistance to people looking for a fresh start in Long Beach.

To start, 10 people will get up to 300 hours of paid work experience with local employers. Another five people also will get training scholarships of up to $7,500 in high-demand fields like health care and information technology.

Who's paying for it? The initiative is funded by a $130,000 federal act called the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.

How to apply: Anyone interested in applying can contact Nakawa Shepherd, Career Center manager, Economic Development and Opportunity, at Nakawa.Shepherd@longbeach.gov or visit the LBWIN Adult Career Services Center.

How to participate: Long Beach’s Economic Development and Oppo

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