Specifications include, but are not limited to: The goal of the Real Skills for Youth program is to prepare youth for success in college and career through meaningful career exposure and exploration of potential career paths and their on-ramps, skill-building with an emphasis on essential and professional skills, and supported work-based learning experiences that allow participants to apply learning in a real-world setting. The Real Skills for Youth program is grounded in the following core values: a focus on equity and ensuring that historically underserved populations have expanded access to opportunities and quality programming; cultural competency and being respectful and responsive to the beliefs and practices of diverse population groups; and high expectations for all youth and providing the necessary supports and mentorship for youth to meet those expectations.