 Directly Entering the Workforce

Brainstorm  What types of jobs are available to you NOW?  When you turn 18?

Definition  Jobs that require no additional formal education  Generally pay less than jobs with degrees or certificates

Jobs with No Additional Education  Customer service representative  Firefighter [$45,145]  Interpreter/Translator  Line Installer & Repairer [$46,759]  Manicurist/Pedicurist [may need license]  Office Clerk  Postal Service Mail Carrier [$49,500]  Restaurant Cook  Retail Salesperson  Truck Drivers [need CDL]

Jobs with Some Additional Training/Ed.  Automotive Service Tech – vocational certificate  Accounting clerk – some coursework  Carpenter – 3-4 years on-the-job training; classroom instruction  Dental assistant - ~1year program  Electrician – apprenticeship  Medical Assistant – 1-2 year programs  Elevator Installation & Repair - apprenticeship

What You’ll Need  Resume  Education  Skills  Experience  Interview Skills  Eye contact & mannerisms  Appropriate dress for the job  Speech – speak clearly, politely, respectfully

My First Job Assignment  If you have or had a job – complete “My First Job” on Edmodo  If you are seeking a job – complete “Getting My First Job” on Edmodo

Miss G’s First Job  Hostess at a diner  I was 16  Worked ~6 months  Two days a week  $6.15/hr x 8 hours = $49.20 per week

Miss G’s High School Job  Sandwich Artist  Shift Manager  Trained employees  Prepped food  Made awesome sandwiches  There is a formula for each  Supervised employees  Completed daily sales paperwork  Solved customer complaints  Worked for 5 years on/off for college  Up to 60 hours/week  $9/hr x 60 = $540  Saved almost all money  Spent on my study abroad  Bought car  Still have some for my house