Pays $25
per hour
2026 Empowerment Program
Ready to invest in yourself?
The Empowerment Program is a paid, hands-on experience designed for young adults who are serious about leveling up — in their education, careers, finances, relationships, and everyday life.
Through real conversations, interactive workshops, and activities that actually stick, you'll get the tools to set goals that make sense for your life and the confidence to go after them. No generic advice — just practical skills you can use right away.
Whether you're figuring out your next career move, learning to manage your money, navigating your education path, or working on building stronger relationships, this program meets you where you are. You'll connect with peers who get it, reflect on what matters most to you, and walk away with a clear, actionable plan for what's next.
Applications for the 2026 program are open — come ready to grow!
Important Dates
May 6, 2026
Application Closes
May 13 & 14, 2026
Group Interviews
May 26, 2026
Orientation
June 1, 2026
Program Starts
July 1, 2026
Program Ends
Program Details
Areas of Focus:
Healthy Relationships, Financial Education, Life Skills and Career Exploration
Eligibility:
Cambridge residents ages 18-30
When:
June 1 - July 1, 2026 (five weeks)
Monday - Wednesday, 6:15pm - 9:15 pm (includes dinner)
Where: In person at 301 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge MA
Compensation:
Pays $25/hour
Learn more from recent graduates
Hear directly from MBK Alumni about their experience, the highlights, and the life lessons that stuck with them. Watch the 2025 highlight reel and see the program in action to get a feel for the experience.
2025 Empowerment Program
