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After School Matters
After School Matters runs a number of different
programs (including the popular Gallery 37)
that provides job training to Chicago teens.
After School Matters is a great organization
and a great place to find your first job.
(www.afterschoolmatters.org)
Snag a Job
Register for free at Snag a Job, fill out your
past work experience and your skills, and then
apply for hundreds of local jobs.
(www.snagajob.com)
Groovejob
Groovejob is similar to Snag a Job. You can
register and fill out prior experience and skills
and then search for jobs in your area. A nice
feature of Groovejob, though, is the resume
builder. Just fill out the information it asks
for and you instantly get a professional looking
resume that you can print out and give to employers
in your area.
(www.groovejob.com)
Americorps
Americorps is a "network of national service
programs" that rewards Americans with nearly
$5000 for school after completion of 10 months
of service to a community. There are tons of
programs you can join through Americorps, doing
everything from mentoring kids to building homes
to trail-building. With more than 2100 organizations
across the nation working with Americorps, you'll
be sure to find something that excites you.
(www.americorps.org)
Job Corps
Job Corps is for youth aged 16-24. With Job
Corps, you learn a trade, earn a high school
diploma or GED, get help with finding a job,
and earn a monthly allowance.
(www.jobcorps.doleta.gov)
Jobs for Youth — Chicago
Jobs for Youth serves youth aged 17-24. Jobs
for Youth runs workshops for lower-income youth
that teaches basic computer skills, interviewing
skills, resume tips, and knowledge of business
decorum. Jobs for Youth then works with you
to help you find a job.
(www.jfychicago.org)
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