Job Programs / Job Searching
Tips for a successful job interview
According to the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, candidates need to be aware of job interview pitfalls. The article describes the importance of being prepared for a job interview. (Source: Career Pro News, August 15,2008).
Are teens too picky about the jobs they take?
According to an article in the Los Angeles Times, while it is a tough job market for teens today, there are signs that teens may be too picky about the type of work they will accept. It's all about persistence and compromise. (Source: Career Pro News, June 27, 2008).
Help for the teen job market may be on the way.
According to a segment on American Public Media (Public Radio, May 13, 2008), there is a bill in Congress that would approve billions of dollars for summer job programs for teens. This help is especially needed in New York City, where, according to the program, there is the lowest level of teen employment.
Avoiding mistakes on your job applications
According to Career Pro News (May 2, 2008), many recent graduates may not be ready to meet the challenges of finding a job. Read about avoiding errors on your job application in a Financial Post artice.
Job Outlook for 2008 College Grads - Looking Good!
According to the April 21, 2008 Daily News "Your Money" section, the job outlook is good this year for 2008 college grads. In an article by Will James, the exodus of more and more veteran workers in the next few years will make it necessary for companies to "back fill." However, the companies with the highest college grad recruitment tend to be large companies.
Summer Job Outlook
MSNBC (March 24, 2008) reported that it will be tough-going this summer for teens applying for summer jobs. According to CareerPro News , the MSNBC report quotes employment experts on what teens must do to land a summer job.
Dressing for Success
New York Newsday, Money & Careers (March 16, 2008) - featured an article on the importance of dressing appropriately for a job interview. The article is entitled, "Suit Yourself: The Right Interview Attire Can Go a Long Way in Securing a Job." According to Andrea Knies, a career counselor with the University of California-Irvine states that "It's the employer's first impression of you. It immediately shows them two important things: that you respect them and that this job is important to you." Other advice the article gives includes the importance of the details in dressing. Wrinkled clothes, worn-out shoes and rips and tears send the wrong message. On the other hand, an outfit that looks finished and fresh can communicate positive things about you and how you view your job.
Time to Apply for Summer Jobs!
The New York Daily News' USA Weekend Magazine (March 1, 2008) - featured an article on the job outlook for teens this summer. The article entitled, "TEENS: Start looking for a summer job now" is a wake-up call for all teens who plan to look for a summer job. Considering the economic downturn, preparation for and searching for work must being now. Randall Hansen, Ph.D, of Quintessential Careers gave the following advice: Teens should network, leverage what they know, fill a need where they see one, and think outside the box when it comes to looking for jobs. Also, see
Career Resources for all of the ways to look for work.
Interested in Future Tech Careers?
www.computerworld.com - announces a program in which camps use cool
gadgetry to attract middle-schoolers to future tech careers. These camps are theidea of the Society for Information Management. The Society partners with libraries and other organizations to form technology camps. See the full article in the November 12, 2007 on-line edition of Computerworld.
Company promotes women's education
The ExxonMobil company partners with educators and the community to promote a number of programs for young people. In recent ads (see Fortune Magazine, October 15, 2007) ExxonMobil’s programs promote women’s and girls’ education around the world, and supports the Hispanic Heritage Foundation to enhance Latino interest in Math and Science.
Minority recruitment
Pitney Bowes has partnered with CareerBuilder.com to recruit and retain diverse job candidates. (Source: Fortune Magazine, October 15, 2007). Pitney Bowes sponsors leadership events and workshops for various minority organizations and sources talent at several undergraduate colleges for internships and co-op programs.
On-line Job Readiness program
Teens 4 Hire has a new job readiness program called “Ready for the Workplace.” Go to the teens4hire website to learn more.