The Developing Youth Leadership Academy is a career‑exploration program for students ages 14–18.
With two pathways, City Trades Career Path and Office & Professional Pathway, participants get a hands‑on look at the many careers within the City of Las Cruces. Students can choose one or explore both to discover what interests them and learn valuable skills for their future
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Deadline to Register 11:59 p.m., October 2, 2026!
City Trades
October 5 – October 9
8:15 a.m. – noon
Meet at City Hall lobby each day
Day 1: Orientation and Trades of the Parks & Recreation Department
Day 2: Trades of Public Works
Day 3: Trades of City Fleet & Transit Department
Day 4: Trades of Utilities
Day 5: Trades of Facilities
Office & Professional Pathways
October 5 – October 9
1 – 4:30 p.m.
Meet at City Hall lobby each day
Day 1: Economic Development – Business Foundations & Entrepreneurship
Day 2: Community Development
Day 3: Finance, Banking & Money Skills
Day 4: Human Resources
Day 5: Communications
Students have the choice to attend both sessions or one. Ages 14-18 high school age. Transportation will be provided for the morning trade session.
