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IMPACTLAX

Transforming Infrastructure into Economic Impact

The mission of ImpactLAX is to build thriving communities by connecting the people and businesses of Los Angeles to economic opportunities. The vision is to transform infrastructure investment into local economic impact through quality career jobs and contracting with local small, diverse businesses.

ImpactLAX Youth Program (K-12)

The ImpactLAX Youth Programs seek to help instill leadership, academic excellence, and life-skills to ensure personal success. The program also seeks to empower students to maximize their personal and scholastic potential as well as to provide early exposure to aviation-related careers through industry, academic and community partnerships.

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Internship Program

In partnership with construction, design, environmental, and other firms providing professional services to LAWA’s $30 billion capital improvement program, the Internship Program provides students with meaningful internship employment that reinforces an academic pathway to careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM). Students residing in the airport impact area cities and communities are eligible to participate in the program.

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Career Pathways

The Development Group's career pathways aim to cultivate a skilled workforce, providing opportunities for individuals to develop and advance their careers in these dynamic industries. The pathways in architecture, engineering, and construction offer diverse opportunities for individuals to build and advance their careers. Through programs like the HireLAX Construction Apprenticeship Readiness Program, the HireLAX Construction Management College Certificate Program, and various Inspection and Safety Workforce Development initiatives, LAWA is committed to developing a skilled workforce capable of meeting the demands of its ambitious infrastructure projects.

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Industry Partners

The Development Group has established a strong commitment to fostering robust partnerships with various stakeholders in the construction, architecture, and engineering sectors. This dedication is exemplified through several key initiatives, including the Small Business Roundtable, HireLAX Youth Engagement Alliance, the LAWA Construction Industry Leadership Alliance, and the Mentor Protégé Program. Each of these programs underscores LAWA’s mission to support industry partners, promote inclusivity, and drive excellence in its infrastructure projects.

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