the job hunt
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The Job Hunt. What do you want to do?. If you’re not sure, take an assessment test. Once you decide on a path… Where to look for Jobs and Internships?. Some Useful Websites. www.craigslist.org www.indeed.com www.americasjobexchange.com/ny www.idealist.org www.monster.c om. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
The Job Hunt
What do you want to do?
If you’re not sure, take an assessment test
Once you decide on a path…
Where to look for Jobs and Internships?
Some Useful Websites
• www.craigslist.org
• www.indeed.com
• www.americasjobexchange.com/ny
• www.idealist.org
• www.monster.com
www.newyork.craigslist.org
www.indeed.com
www.americasjobexchange.com/ny
www.americasjobexchange.com/ny
Doing an InternshipGreat idea if you need to gain work experience or change
fields!
- Choosing the right place: - Will it lead to a job?
- Is it in the field that you’re interested in?
- Finding a PAID internship:
www.idealist.org
www.americorps.gov
Work at Non-Profit Organizations
• Paid Salary AND Education Award Earn a salary, usually around $1,000/month Paid Health Insurance and Childcare $5,530 to pay tuition OR $1,000 bonus after one year
• Great experience!• Many positions don’t have an age requirement
www.americorps.gov
AmericorpsPaid Internships
Training Programs
• Per Scholas
• ITG (Individual Training Grant)
• And many other FREE training programs!
Per ScholasFixing and Recycling Old Computers
A+ Certification Program
Per Scholas
4-Month Full-Time Program
• They place 80% of graduates in jobs doing tech support and computer repair
• Organizations include: IBM, City University and Time Warner
• Free computer to graduates
ITG (Individual Training Grant)
If you earn less than $55,000/year
Workforce One pays for a training program that:
• Is related to skills you have
• Has job openings in the field
• Up to $2300 for approved training programs
• Must go to information session and apply
Transitioning to the Health Field
• Highlight similar experience on cover letter• Volunteer at a health care facility part-time• Consider enrolling in a training program
ex: ITG Grant
Preparing for the Interview
Preparing for the Interview
In Preparation: Consider doing a Mock Interview with a Job Counselor Dress appropriately Bring a copy of your resume Be early!
During the Interview: Have a few stories that highlight your strengths!
After the Interview: Send a thank you email! Follow up!
JOB ROAD
• Not sure what you want to do? Come in and take an assessment test
• Never had a job before? We know about places that hire ‘entry-level’ applicants
• Want to find a training program? We have tons of info about good, free programs, some
will pay you while you’re in training
Thinking about going into business for yourself?
Project Enterprise
• Offers Microloans to people who want to start their own businesses
• Loans of $1,500 - $12,000
• Not based on credit or capital
• 6-week program to create business plan
• Payback loans over several years
• Low interest rates
The Job Team
Come in and meet with a job counselor!
2387 Broadway, Room 208
212-854-6247