Finding paid work in high school can be very difficult when you haven’t had a job before.
Internships are a great way to get real work experience for a good career after high school.
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Find a career that engages you
Have you ever asked yourself: “What would it be like to do work I am really passionate about?”
And the natural follow up question: “How do I find a job like that?”
For veterans thinking about college
If you’re a veteran thinking about enrolling in or returning to college, you probably know about the GI Bill, the education benefit program run by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
But did you know you know that the VA offers other educational benefit programs and resources to help you find the right college?
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Revitalize your career
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Looking for an injection of new vitality into your career?
Learn insights from author Gregg Levoy, who spoke recently at the 2018 National Career Development Association conference on the subject of igniting passion in your life and career.
Make a big impression with a portfolio
Want to wow an employer with your skills, and create a memorable impression of the quality of work you’ve done?
Consider building a portfolio—a collection of your past work samples— to bring to interviews, send to prospective employers, or even post online.
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5 favorite resources of workforce professionals
CareerOneStop has resources tailored to help make your work in career exploration and job search more efficient and accurate.
The bonus is that they’re all free, whether you choose to just bookmark them, or insert into your own website.
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It’s Teacher Appreciation Week!
Whether you’re a current, former, or future student, this is the week to #thankateacher.
In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Week, we’ve gathered some teacher-related career stats.
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Career Profile: Administrative Professionals
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National Administrative Professionals’ Day is observed on April 25 this year.
Not only is it a great day to appreciate the work of individuals in these fields, but it’s also a chance to consider a career as a secretary or administrative assistant.
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Learn about IT certifications
Earning a certification can give you a big leg up in the job market.
Or if you are already working in an Information Technology—or IT—field, certifications can distinguish you as more prepared for advancement in your field.
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Career Profile: Registered Nurses
As of the most recent (2016) national count, there are nearly 3 million registered nurses working in the United States. That’s a huge number of jobs for one occupation!
And RN jobs are expected to continue to grow very fast over the next ten years.