The Working World is a project divided into two stages: a preparation course, where young people learn basic concepts of the habits and attitudes demanded by a serious and organised working environment; and the insertion into the job market itself, which is achieved through partnership contracts held between São Martinho and several companies. At the first stage, adolescents receive orientation about the working world, spirituality and human relations, besides an introduction to philosophy. At the same time they are referred on to a training programme supervised by professionals of São Martinho, who accompany and evaluate the performance of each. When they are considered ready to work, they join the associated companies, with their working rights assured by São Martinho.

When they are considered ready to work, they join the associated companies, with their working rights assured by São Martinho.