LOST ANGELS WORK PROGRAM

This program is for 18-24 year olds who are HIGH-RISK, HIGH BARRIER, or LOW INCOME. You will need to be able to commute to our training facility in Lancaster, CA. FAQ

12-WEEK PROGRAM
THE BREAKDOWN

6-WEEK APPRENTICESHIP

We are a vocational training center where youth learn hands-on skills. All while receiving soft skills training.

The class begins fabricating simple structures almost immediately. All students must pass a drug test to participate in the program and also receive forklift training and certification.

6-WEEK ON-THE-JOB TRAINING

During the program, apprentices have the opportunity to join Lost Angels as paid skilled laborers earning 15-16 dollars an hour and continue their training by applying skills learned towards classic car restoration.

The program teaches highly transferable skills designed to help students land jobs in aeronautics, aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing industries.

Barrier Assessment

GED/Diploma
Driver Permit/License
Housing
Reliable transportation
Criminal records
Food insecurity
Healthcare needs

Soft Skills

Resume building
Mock interviews
Job search training
LACOE’s award-winning “Bring Your ‘A’ Game to Work” curriculum

Industry Basics

Hands-on Vocational Training in:

Welding & fabrication
Blueprinting
Engine assembly
Basic electrical
Auto body & paint
Composites

Paid Job Training

Hired by Lost Angels
Continued industry basics training
Drug screening
Forklift certification
Graduate with money in your pocket and experience on your resume

Career Placement

With the help of our partners, the program assists in finding permanent employment after graduation.

THE WHY

THE SOLUTION

After years of working with students in our after-school program, we realized one of the biggest struggles our young people faced after turning 18 was landing that first job.

In 2020, LACP partnered with the City of Lancaster, Los Angeles County Oﬃce of Education (LACOE), and America’s Job Center (AJCC) to create a program called Lost Angels Work Program. The program offers job training and transitional employment in an industrial manufacturing and automotive restoration social enterprise to transition-age youth (16-24 years) experiencing poverty and homelessness.