Finding Work During High School

Students will be able to

• Identify strategies to use for finding a job during high school
• Explain the different categories of work (full- vs part-time, paid vs unpaid)
• Successfully complete a job application with the proper information

Students will be able to

• Explain key strategies to maximize the effectiveness of a resume and cover letter
• Analyze real examples of resumes and cover letters to determine their effectiveness
• Create their own resume and cover letter that meet the criteria for success

Students will be able to

• Explain the elements of a successful LinkedIn profile and create one of their own
• Craft an elevator pitch that presents their key skills succinctly
• Determine productive strategies to use in an informational interview

Students will be able to

• Prepare themselves physically and mentally for a job interview
• Identify characteristics of an effective interview strategy, including positive and negative responses to questions
• Execute appropriate follow-up after an interview

Students will be able to

• Prepare themselves physically and mentally for a job interview
• Identify characteristics of an effective interview strategy, including positive and negative responses to questions