Confidence, Communication and Career Skills: Meet Maria Angela From McDonald’s Youth Opportunity Program

Meet Maria Angela, a member of our Youth Opportunity program in Washington, D.C.! Maria is a valued Crew member at a local McDonald’s brand restaurant and is gaining the skills, experience and confidence that will carry her into her career.

Maria is one of almost 2,000,000 young people impacted by McDonald’s partnership with the International Youth Foundation since 2018. The Youth Opportunity program provides job readiness training, employment opportunities and workplace development programs to lower barriers to employment for young people, especially in underserved communities. Around 87% of Youth Opportunity participants are Black or LatinX, and around 56% are female.

Whether it’s interview coaching, virtual lessons, language and interpersonal skill development or simply a safe and welcoming workplace, Youth Opportunity helps participants practice critical life skills and prepare for their future. 

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