Chase

AGE: 19 POSITION:  Brand Associate EMPLOYER:  Old Navy
START DATE:  August 2022

Chase became a client of YJC’s February 2021 through the iKit summer internship program at Evanston Township High School. During his iKit internship, Chase was placed at Visual Comfort Group where he worked as an Assembler and performed a variety of warehouse related tasks. When his iKit internship ended, Chase wanted to explore more opportunities through internships that would allow him to connect with people and gain hands-on experience.

With the support of his Career Advisor, Chase enrolled in YJC’s Career Pathways Program and successfully completed our Basic Automotive Training Program with Oakton Community College. This experience taught him the mechanics and maintenance of a car, while providing him the hands-on training he was looking for.

When the opportunity to participate in Old Navy’s This Way ONward program came, Chase was the candidate of choice. He has a friendly demeanor and could engage customers, while also having the capability to work independently and maintain a neat and organized workspace. After completing his 8-week summer internship at Old Navy,  he was hired on as a permanent Brand Associate. Currently, he supports the sales floor, organizes merchandise, connects with customers, and provides excellent customer service.

Chase has found a job that he enjoys! Chase has decided to enroll at Oakton Community College to continue his education this fall semester while continuing to work at Old Navy.