Los Angeles YouthAt Work

Larry Tash

Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce

UNITE-LA

Complete

“My Future” Worksheet

(See Page 2)

Jobs Skills Pre-Test

How Prepared Are YouFor

Entering the Job Market in Los Angeles?

(21st Century Skills Development)

Meeting Your NeighborIntroduce Yourself to Your Neighbor

Share with Your Neighbor What Career Goals You Have Set for Yourself

Share with Your Neighbor What Education You Will Need Beyond High School to Reach Your Goals

(21st Century Skills Development, Communication)

Finding Jobs: Where to Start?

Friends and Family

Youth Centers

City/County Employment Centers

High Schools or Vocational Schools

(21st Century Skills, Research, Page 4)

What Qualities Do You Believe Employers Want in Their

Employees? (21st Century Skills)

Telephone Tips

Have paper and pen ready when you call

Make your call from a quiet area

Speak clearly and without slang, give your name

Ask about next steps

“Thank you” goes a long way(Page 5)

Kids Do the Craziest Things

Leave a call back number that sounds mature

Long messages on your voicemail – YUK

Music on your voicemail - YUK

Telephone Conversation

Job Seeker and Employer

(What stands out as important if you follow this script?)

(Page 6)

MILLION DOLLAR TIPSE-Mail Accounts

What is your e-mail account name?

Does it sound mature?

Will it make you look good to an employer?

E-mails to an employer must include your name and phone number and include professional grammar and language

Attach documents using only popular programs, or it may not get opened.

(21st Century Skills, Use of Technology, Page 7)

MILLION DOLLAR TIPSInternet Networking Sites

Keep your networking sites private

Don't put too much information on line

If you wouldn't want your mother to read something, don't put it up on your site

Networking sites can lead to problems for employees

(21st Century Skills, Use of Technology, Page 8)

PREPARING A RESUME

Who Are You?

A First Impression

What to include?

Necessary personal information only

Work Objective

Education

Work Experiences

Volunteer Experiences

Recognition/Awards

Special Skills/Hobbies(Pages 9-13)

ResumeThings to Remember

Who are you writing this for? Keep it brief, simple, and specific

Use strong positive language with good grammar

Never include your social security number or birth date

References should be professional people, not family, and be sure to get their permission

Will your resume get you an interview?(Page 9)

Powerful Language Can Make a Difference

School Experiences

• Communicated

• Designed

• Edited

• Motivated

• Organized

• Presented

• Researched

• Taught

Volunteer Experiences

• Assisted

• Coordinated

• Improved

• Motivated

• Promoted

• Scheduled

• Trained

(Page 13)

MY PERSONAL STRENGTHS

Prepare Yourself for this

Typical Interview Question

(Page 14)

Resumes -Strong and Weak

Completing Your Resume:Cover Letter and Reference Page

• Seize attention

• -Tell the employer exactly what you want

• Get employer interested

• -Let the employer know how you found out about the position

• Get to the point

• -Tell why you chose the company

• Show your qualifications

• -Explain why your skills will benefit the company

• Tell them you are available

• -Leave a number where the employer can reach you. It is a good idea to follow-up with a phone call or email as well.

• Share who can verify what you say(Pages 15-17)

COMPLETING A JOB APPLICATION

THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO SHINE You Are In Control, Just Follow Directions, Include Good

Grammar and Punctuation

Be Neat and Complete

They Won’t Evaluate

What They Can’t Read(Pages 15-20)

Dressing for a Job

No One Can Tell You How to Dress,

But No One Can Tell Them Who to Hire

• You are always on stage, so dress appropriately

• Look like you are ready to work today

• Think about your audience and the type of job

• Piercing may cause a problem, for safety or for appearance, so be thoughtful for the present and for the future

(Page 21)

MAKE A GOOD IMPRESSIONYou May Only Get One Chance

Appearance

Attitude

Manners

(21st Century Skill, Page 22)

INTERVIEWING HINTS

This is your real first impression so:

• Be on time: that means Be Early to the interview

• Introduce yourself and restate interviewer’s name

• Maintain eye contact to show confidence

• Avoid slang that may not be understood

• Practice the first and last question

• Know your personal strengths

• Be sincere when thanking the interviewer(21st Century Skill, Communication, Page 23)

Preparing for the Mock Interview

• Prepare to answer the comfortable starting question

• What are your strengths? (Working with a team)

• What are your weaknesses? (Make this negative a positive, and you will be impressive)

• Employers want to feel good about helping kids prepare for their future, know your personal goals

• Be prepared to explain how you plan to continue your education, this is not your lifetime job, probably

• Prepare the final answer, it is what they will remember most an hour after the interview: “Do you have any questions?”, or “Is there anything else you wish to share?” (Page 21)

You Cannot Be Asked About …

• Your Age• Marriage Status• Your Status as a US Citizen• Disabilities• Use of drugs, smoking, or alcohol• Race or Religious Beliefs• Pregnancy

(Page 25-26)

Questions for the Interviewer

• How would I be supporting the work of your company?

• Will I have promotional opportunities?

• What will be the training process for me to fit into this position easily?

(Page 27)

Go Back to the Pre-Test

• Do you wish to change any answers?

• Check with your neighbor to see if you agree or not on all ten questions

• And now for the correct answers!

Preparing a Follow Up Letter

Why Employers May Not Hire YouIs It Always About You?

(Page 29)

Employers Expectations of Their Employees

(Page 30-31)

Keeping Your Job

• Before your first day, what do you need to know?

• Company policies, formal and informal

• Know the history of the company

• Know your supervisor and their supervisors

• How will you be evaluated, formally and informally?

• What does hard work look like to your supervisor?(Page 32)

College versus Career

or

Can You Have Both?

Change in the Job Market 1973 to 2007

Data 1

Data 2

Day of the Mock Interview

• Students bring their resume

• Students will complete a job application

• Students will be given a easy math and business literacy assessment

• Students will sit down with an interviewer to practice their interview skills

(21st Century Skills)

What Questions Do You Have?

Now?