Student Services Program

Helps students ages 16-21 transition into adulthood. Provides free one-on-one and group counseling, workforce preparation, higher education exploration and job training, and sponsorship of short-term paid work experiences. Services are available in-person, remotely, or hybrid, and include paid work experience and internship opportunities for interested participants. Contact us to learn more.

A man wearing a blue striped polo shirt with a name badge that reads 'Carlos Franco' and a woman in glasses and a graphic t-shirt with illustrated women, standing indoors against wooden paneling.

A man working on a laptop at a desk in an office, with a whiteboard and filing cabinets in the background. There is a small potted plant on the desk.

A young man wearing a white shirt, black apron, and oven mitts is placing tray of baked goods into an oven while a person in a mask assists.

Two people are discussing something on a laptop, with one person pointing at the screen. The laptop is on a glass table.

A young man in a light blue shirt and dark blue tie, holding a clear glass, smiling at a social gathering. People in the background are sitting and standing, with a woman in a floral dress and others talking.

- Group Couseling
- Workforce Preparation
- Higher Education Exploration
- Paid Work Experiences

“SSP is one of Villa’s newest programs, and we’re already seeing inspiring success stories. Young people ages 16 to 21 are gaining meaningful experiences while developing essential life skills. We’re excited to watch our participants continue to grow, transform, and show employers the incredible potential they bring to the workforce.”

— Carlos Franco, Employment Services Specialist