The transition from national service or higher education into the workforce is anything but simple. Many young people who arrive at this critical crossroads are motivated and driven, but also face barriers: knowledge and skill gaps, anxiety about entering the workplace, a lack of professional connections, and even emotional difficulties and conflicting expectations from their environment. A fulfilling first job is a critical step toward social mobility and a fitting final stop in Aluma’s support continuum. Active nationwide, Aluma for Employment offers individual and group support to young people from diverse backgrounds, with the aim of leading them into gainful work that fits their skills and way of life. Using professional tools, building self-efficacy and making direct connections with employers, we help turn potential into opportunity and pave career paths that help young people make a living and improve their circumstances.