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Introduction
CIWI, Construction Industry Workforce Initiative, is a small, community-based program, located in SF’s Bayview neighborhood (District 10).
Its mission and purpose is to create opportunities for high school and college students from economically challenged Bay Area communities, including support for students to become the first college graduates in their families. CIWI internships build a vibrant and knowledgeable workforce in the construction, real estate and design industries.
Program Area: Creative Workforce Initiatives. Access+Exposure=Opportunities
- Internship Program. First Generation Focused,
- Career Development, Sustainability+Climate Change, Environment,
- Community Based Economic Development
What is CIWI?
CIWI is a fiscally sponsored project of Community Initiatives (a 501c(3)) and a privately funded initiative targeted to young urban adults (18 to 21 years old and enrolled in a two- to four-year college) from lower-income households, many that are first generation Bay Area college students. The program is committed to providing career development opportunities for students with an interest in Construction, Real Estate Development, Architecture and Engineering, Civic Engagement and Urban Design.
CIWI goals are to provide direct construction industry work experience, a comprehensive leadership and mentor component, personal, educational and career development opportunities for young adults which may ultimately lead to pursuing education and career opportunities within the field.
These young adults have been largely unrepresented in our industry at the professional level. CIWI’s goal is to provide assistance and promote a path to long term employment in the Construction industry.