The Urban Technology Project (UTP) is a collaborative initiative between the School District of Philadelphia and Communities In Schools of Philadelphia, Inc., that empowers Philadelphia youth and their communities through meaningful technological experiences that link youth leadership development, education and community building. UTP programs involve a continuum of service-learning and school-to-work experiences that provide long-term, holistic support for urban youth. The Urban Technology Project is comprised of the Computer Support Specialists Registered IT Apprenticeship Program and the Pre-Apprenticeship Digital Service Fellows AmeriCorps Program.