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CARE program opens doors to youth employment in Columbia

CARE program in Columbia opened applications to hire teens and young adults for work experience.
CARE offers about 150 positions annually across local businesses.
The program serves youths aged 14 to 20, with many being 14 and 15.
CARE placements include child care, restaurants, retail, offices, and internships in utilities.
Supervisor Ron Schmidt says soft skills are essential for long-term career success.
Applications for CARE are open and close on March 9.
CARE was founded in 1982 to educate people and help them pursue opportunities.
Ron Schmidt notes the program helps youth explore career paths in Columbia.
Schmidt highlights soft skills like communication and problem solving for success.
CARE aims to expose trainees to activities they might not initially enjoy.

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