jobs, internships and volunteering

The College and Career Center stays connected with local businesses and organizations to find and promote opportunities for students. Resources are also available to help students learn to present themselves to hiring professionals. Students can get help with resumes, filling out applications, making follow-up phone calls and practicing interview skills.  ​Click on the buttons below to download lists of opportunities and helpful tips.  
​Develop your LinkedIn Profile!
LinkedIn is a solid way to present your professional self to the college and career world via a trusted social media platform. Many employers and college admission reps will visit a student's LinkedIn page. We've provided some tips on creating an effective profile.

​Other Helpful Links: 
Job Corps, AmeriCorps and YouthCorps are federally supported programs to help people who are looking for a career, a direction in life or a way to help others.
Overview:
  • Job Corps - residential job training program for low-income individuals ages 16-24
  • AmeriCorps - U.S. based service organization for ages 18 and up
  • PeaceCorps - International service organization for ages 18 and up
  • Youth Corps - education and job training programs for ages 15-26

Northwest Youth Corps
Northwest Youth Corps offers a challenging education and job-training experience that helps youth and young adults from diverse backgrounds develop the skills they need to lead full and productive lives.
The program focuses on education, challenge, community, leadership and empowerment, giving youth critical life skills and confidence. NYC programs stress teamwork, inclusion and leadership while promoting a solid work ethic and individual achievement. Youth leave NYC knowing they can overcome obstacles, solve problems, make friends and attain their objectives in life.
Learn more about Northwest Youth Corps.

Job Corps
Job Corps is a federally-funded comprehensive program that provides essential academic and career skills training and prepares students for success in every aspect of their lives. Participants improve job skills and find vocational direction while living on Job Corps campuses. Job Corps is the largest free residential education and job training program for young adults ages 16-24. With more than 81 career options, Job Corps will help you find the career that's right for you.
To qualify, students must be:
  1. 16-24 years old.
  2. In need of job skills training, education, counseling, or related assistance to help get started on a career pathway.
  3. Income eligible, meeting one or more of these conditions: receives public assistance, earns poverty-level income, is homeless, is a foster child, or qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch.
  4. A U.S. citizen, is a legal U.S. resident, or is a resident of a U.S. territory and/or is authorized to work in the United States.

Learn more about Job Corps here.



​​Job Search Sites for Teens
Oregon Employment Department
Top 10 Qualities Employers Want Most in a Teen Candidate
​Oregon Food Handler's Permit
www.thebalancecareers.com