Career Exploration Leader; Part-Time

About the role Bridge Year Education & Career Pathways Program

Applications are now open for the CEL Associate role as part of the Bridge Year Education & Career Professional Development Program
.

This program/role is designed for new, up and coming, and early career professionals interested in gaining hands-on experience in education, workforce development, and youth engagement while supporting career exploration opportunities for students and also growing as professionals.

CEL Associates play an important role in Bridge Year’s Career Test Drive fairs
, helping guide students through real-world career experiences and supporting educators, partners, and event operations.

CEL Associates support Bridge Year programs by:

Career Exploration Leaders (CELs) are Bridge Year’s front-facing youth leaders who help guide and inspire students at our

Career Test Drive® fairs, workshops, and community events. CELs assist with setting up and running the fairs, welcoming students and community participants, facilitating hands-on career modules, sharing a variety of career journeys, and more.

Some examples look like:

• Assisting with student career exploration events
• Helping guide students through career pathway experiences
• Representing Bridge Year professionally at school and community events
• Supporting event operations and student engagement
• Creating a welcoming, organized environment for student learning

This position is based in Houston, Texas. This role offers the opportunity to work and travel throughout the Greater Houston Area, Harris County and sometimes beyond. Candidates should be comfortable driving to various locations as part of their role. Mileage is reimbursed at the current federal rate.

All Associates participate in CEL Academy
, Bridge Year’s structured training and professional development program.

CEL Academy prepares Associates to confidently support large-scale student career events and develop key professional skills, including:

• Youth engagement and facilitation
• Professional communication
• Event coordination and leadership
• Public speaking and group management

See Full Role Details Here.

CEL Associates are paid through a structured growth-based model:

$17-$23/hour :

CEL Associates are paid through a growth-based model.

Pay rates and growth are aligned with training and completion of CEL Academy.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals who:

• Are early in their career or exploring professional pathways
• Enjoy working with students in engaging environments
• Are reliable, professional, and eager to learn
• Want meaningful experience supporting youth and community programs
• Can and are willing to commit to working for the academic school year :
  August 2026 - June 2027.

We encourage all interested individuals—whether you’ve already applied or are still exploring—to attend one of our upcoming Information Sessions. These sessions are a great opportunity to learn more about the CEL Associate role, the Bridge Year Program, and ask any questions before or after applying.