Volunteer with Your-S-A: Shape the Future of American Students

Your-S-A volunteers play a vital role in supporting students across three core pillars of youth development: Self-Management & Personal Agency, Social & Relational Competence, and Job Readiness & Hiring Navigation. By participating, volunteers directly contribute to empowering students with essential life, social, and career skills.

Mentoring Students

Volunteers serve as mentors, guiding students through the development of self-management, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. By sharing personal and professional experiences, mentors help students navigate the transition from academic life to independence and career readiness. Mentoring also supports the social skills pillar, fostering healthy relationships, workplace etiquette, and networking abilities.

Organizing Events & Workshops

Volunteers help plan and execute youth programs, workshops, and career readiness sessions. Events focus on practical skill-building such as resume creation, interview preparation, portfolio development, and real-world problem-solving activities. Volunteers ensure that students receive hands-on experiences that complement theoretical learning, enhancing their confidence and employability.

Supporting the Online Platform

Volunteers contribute to Your-S-A’s online initiatives by facilitating virtual workshops, moderating discussion forums, providing feedback on student portfolios, and supporting digital mentorship programs. Online engagement expands the reach of life skills, social competencies, and career readiness modules, ensuring students from diverse regions have access to high-impact programs.

Across all three pillars, volunteers amplify the impact of Your-S-A’s programs, helping students acquire the skills most valued by employers: problem-solving, teamwork, effective communication, adaptability, and professional etiquette. Through mentoring, event support, and digital engagement, volunteers ensure that each student develops the practical, social, and career-ready capabilities needed for success in adult life.