YOUR FUTURE
STARTS HERE.
FOR REAL.
Explore 20+ real careers, build money skills, get one-on-one coaching, and walk away with your own Personal Career Pathway Plan — all in 2 weeks. And it's completely free.
Funding for this program is provided by the U.S. Department of Education Federal Rehabilitation Services Administration grant, # H126A260009.
EXPLORE THE REAL WORLD.
ALL OF IT.
Every industry. Every type of job. You'll get exposure to the careers shaping Delaware's economy — before you have to choose anything.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Nursing, medical assisting, mental health, pharmaceutical, biotech & more
Human Services & Nonprofit
Case management, social work, rehab counseling, fundraising, grant writing
Tech, Cyber & Digital Media
Cybersecurity, software dev, graphic design, gaming, Metaverse, social media
Skilled Trades & Construction
Carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, green building, automotive, logistics
Public Service & Emergency
Government, municipal services, EMT, firefighting, law enforcement
Hospitality & Creative Industries
Hotel management, culinary arts, event planning, production, quality control
Business & Financial Services
Banking, accounting, insurance, financial planning, office management, sales
Advanced Manufacturing
Precision manufacturing, chemical processing, renewable energy, automation
Transportation & Logistics
Port of Wilmington operations, commercial transport, supply chain management
Entrepreneurship & Small Business
Owner vs. employee, how to start a business, money generation, systems & tools
EVERYTHING
YOU NEED TO WIN
This isn't just a class — it's a full Pre-Employment Transition Services program funded by the Delaware Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. Here's what you actually get.
Job Exploration Counseling
Discover careers you didn't know existed across 20+ industries in Delaware's fastest-growing sectors.
Work-Based Learning Experiences
Get real exposure through onsite industry tours, job shadows, and hands-on activities before you graduate.
Workplace Readiness Training
Learn the skills employers actually care about — professionalism, money management, communication, and more.
Self-Advocacy Instruction
Learn to speak up for yourself at school, at work, and in life — and know your rights every step of the way.
Post-Secondary Counseling
Make a plan for college, trade school, apprenticeship, or going straight into the workforce — your call.
PLUS ALL OF THIS:
Industry guest speakers
Onsite tours at real workplaces
Gamified weekly competitions
Delaware Career Compass Guide
Recorded sessions for every learner
Financial literacy deep-dive
Personal Career Pathway Plan
Guidance counselor support
HOw it works
Three phases. Two weeks. One plan that's completely yours.
1
ASSESS & DISCOVER
You'll complete a career interest inventory and baseline assessment so we can understand where you're starting and what lights you up. Zero pressure.
2
EXPLORE & BUILD
Rotate through career tracks, go on industry tours, hear from real professionals, and build your financial literacy and life skills — all while getting 1-on-1 coaching support.
3
PLAN & GRADUATE
Complete the Delaware Career Compass, lock in your top 3 career choices, build your Personal Career Pathway Plan, and present it at your graduation. Your roadmap. Your future.
After Week 8: Participants are encouraged to share their Career Pathway Plans with their school guidance counselors. Our team will personally help you set up that meeting — and come with you if you want.
Is THis
Program For you?
Here's exactly who can join and what you'll need to apply.
About This Program
This program opens the door for Delaware high school students with disabilities — in grades 9 through 12, between the ages of 14 and 21, or currently enrolled in an 18–22 Educational Program — to actively explore real career pathways across more than 20 industries. Sessions run throughout the school year and are available at no cost to students living anywhere in the state of Delaware, including New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties.
What We're Here to Do
Manifest Business Consultants designed this program to bridge the gap between where students are today and where they want to go. The goal is to give every participant a genuine, hands-on look at the careers driving Delaware's economy — not just a classroom overview, but real exposure to real industries. By the time students complete the program, they walk away with expanded career knowledge, stronger financial and workplace skills, and a personalized roadmap for getting there.
New Students Only
This program is designed for first-time participants. Students who have already gone through the Manifest Comprehensive Youth Career Exploratory Program in any format — in-person or hybrid — are not eligible to reapply. If you completed the program previously and are looking for continued support, ask us about our Career Pathway Plan Support Services.
📎 Required Documentation — Read Before You Apply
To complete your application, you must attach the first page only of one of the following: a current IEP, a 504 Plan, or a letter from a licensed physician that clearly identifies the student's disability. Your spot in the program cannot be held or confirmed until this document is received with your application. Applications submitted without documentation will remain in a pending status until all required materials are on file.
You live in Delaware
All three counties — New Castle, Kent, and Sussex
You're in grades 9–12, ages 14–21 (or in an 18–22 program)
Currently enrolled in high school, or participating in a Delaware 18–22 Educational Program
You have a documented disability
You must have an active IEP, 504 Plan, or a letter from a licensed physician that identifies your disability. This documentation is required to confirm eligibility and must be submitted with your application.
You are a new participant
This program is open to students who have not previously completed the Manifest Youth Career Exploratory Program in any format.
The program is 100% free to you
Funded by the Delaware Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. There is absolutely no cost to participants.
HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT ELIGIBILITY?
If you're not sure whether your documentation qualifies, reach out before you apply. We're happy to answer questions and help you understand what's needed.
To be eligible, you must have a current IEP, 504 Plan, or a licensed physician's letter identifying your disability. This document must be submitted — first page only — along with your application before a spot can be confirmed.
Not sure which document applies to you? Call or email us and we'll point you in the right direction.
connected to
delaware's best
Our program brings in real partners from across Delaware's industries, schools, and community organizations — because your network matters.
Industry Partners
ChristianaCare Health System
Capital One & Discover Banks
Association of Builders & Contractors
Delaware Manufacturing Association
Port of Wilmington
Local Trade Unions & Apprenticeship Programs
Educational Institutions
Delaware Technical Community College
Delaware State University
University of Delaware Career Services
Zip Code Wilmington
Code Differently
Community Organizations
Futures First Gaming
Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware
Food Bank of Delaware
Urban League of Delaware
Local Chambers of Commerce
Ready to Start?
Fill out this form and our team will reach out within 2 business days. New cohorts start monthly — spots are limited to 15 students.
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