WOW — Workforce Opportunity
Real-world professional experience connecting young people to stipend-supported and employer-funded opportunities in creative technology.
WOW is for young people across multiple stages of the E4 Ecosystem — from public-facing workforce events that are open to everyone, to professional placements that connect experienced participants with real employers. Whether you're attending your first WOW exhibition or stepping into a paid placement, WOW meets you where you are.
WOW operates across the ecosystem as both public experience and professional pathway:
WOW Exhibitions & Public Events — Open-access events showcasing creative technology work, connecting attendees to the broader E4Youth ecosystem and workforce opportunities.
Workforce Readiness — Structured preparation including resume building, interview skills, professional communication, and workplace navigation.
Stipend-Supported Positions — Paid work experiences within the E4Youth ecosystem and partner organizations, providing financial stability while building professional skills.
Employer-Funded Roles (Expanding) — Full professional positions funded by industry partners, placing experienced E4Youth participants in real creative technology careers across Austin.
Professional workplace skills and communication
Industry-specific creative technology competencies
Resume, portfolio, and interview readiness
Real-world work experience with professional references
Employer relationships and networking
Pathways from stipend-supported to employer-funded positions
Sofia Garza-Klein
WOW attendee → DSP → Empower presenter → E4 Level Up → employer-funded project manager
Sofia attended her first WOW exhibition out of curiosity — she was drawn to the creative technology on display but didn't see herself in tech. Through DSP, she discovered a talent for storytelling and organization. Her Empower-stage presentations demonstrated natural project leadership. Through E4 Level Up, she connected with a creative technology firm that recognized her skills and offered her an employer-funded project management role.
“My DSP story got me my first interview. My portfolio from Get Creative! got me the offer.”
— Sofia Garza-Klein
Attend a WOW Event
WOW exhibitions and public events are open to everyone. Check our schedule for upcoming events.
Apply for a Position
Stipend-supported and employer-funded positions are available for experienced E4Youth participants.
Partner as an Employer
Businesses and organizations across Austin can create employer-funded roles and host WOW participants.
Get Started
Ready to be part of this experience? Connect with E4Youth today.