The Georgia Department of Labor is offering internships to area college students.
The Department's summer internship will offer students the chance to gain professional work experience, school credit and up to $1,400. As many as 80 sophomores, juniors and seniors will have the change to work at state career centers, vocational rehabilitation offices and the central office in Atlanta.
Interns will be expected to work 25 hours per week for seven weeks and will be paid semi-monthly, according to an article by Macon.com. Eligible students must be enrolled in a college, university of technical institute in Georgia, or must be a Georgia resident enrolled in college in another state.
Applicants should submit an application and one-page essay on "Why do you think internships are important?" Interns also may be required to complete a job interview.
Applications are available at any Department of Labor office, at the Department's Web site or by inquiring to Kyna Demons, Georgia Department of Labor, 148 Andrew Young International Blvd., Suite 600, N.E., Atlanta, GA 30303.
The internships could lead to more experienced candidates for Georgia's workforce. The state's unemployment rate increased from 8.5 percent to 9.3 percent during February.
Georgia had a total non-farm employment of 3,968,000 workers during February, according to the United States Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is down from 4,003,900 workers during January and a 4.4 percent decrease from last year.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Entry Level Jobs through Kansas Program
One program is helping youths in Kansas get entry level jobs.
The Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas recently received federal funds as part of the Recovery and Reinvestment Act for its Summer Youth Employment Program. Youth work sites will be located in Cowley, Sumner, Harper and Kingman counties.
The program will place up to 500 youths ages 14 to 24 in entry-level and seasonal jobs at city, state, county, school and non-profit sites. Aside from the 20-hour work week, youths will be able to receive paid training on work-readiness skills to familiarize themselves with workplace expectations.
Employment will last eight to 10 weeks and will pay $7.25 per hour, according to an article by The Winfield Daily Courier. Eligible participants must be under 24-years old, unemployed, members of a low-income family and have a barrier to employment or education.
"For most participants, the SYEP is their first exposure to the workforce," the article notes. "The program provides experience that may not have been possible otherwise. The program is designed to provide youth with a summer income and to instill in them the skills and work ethic needed to advance as they prepare for life after high school or college."
Those interested can apply online at the Workforce Center Web site. Applications for the program will be accepted through April 30 and candidates will be placed with employers in early June.
Eligible employers are any city, state, county, school or non-profit work sites interested in providing experience to help increase the work readiness skills of youth. The program takes careful measures to ensure its candidates do not replace current employees or employees who have been laid off.
The Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas recently received federal funds as part of the Recovery and Reinvestment Act for its Summer Youth Employment Program. Youth work sites will be located in Cowley, Sumner, Harper and Kingman counties.
The program will place up to 500 youths ages 14 to 24 in entry-level and seasonal jobs at city, state, county, school and non-profit sites. Aside from the 20-hour work week, youths will be able to receive paid training on work-readiness skills to familiarize themselves with workplace expectations.
Employment will last eight to 10 weeks and will pay $7.25 per hour, according to an article by The Winfield Daily Courier. Eligible participants must be under 24-years old, unemployed, members of a low-income family and have a barrier to employment or education.
"For most participants, the SYEP is their first exposure to the workforce," the article notes. "The program provides experience that may not have been possible otherwise. The program is designed to provide youth with a summer income and to instill in them the skills and work ethic needed to advance as they prepare for life after high school or college."
Those interested can apply online at the Workforce Center Web site. Applications for the program will be accepted through April 30 and candidates will be placed with employers in early June.
Eligible employers are any city, state, county, school or non-profit work sites interested in providing experience to help increase the work readiness skills of youth. The program takes careful measures to ensure its candidates do not replace current employees or employees who have been laid off.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Government Internships with California Congressman
One area leader is offering students in California a chance to learn about the world of politics through government internships.
Congressman Kevin McCarthy recently announced that his office is accepting applications for its Congressional Internship program. The program which usually lasts six weeks, allows interns to spend two weeks in the Bakersfield district office and four weeks in the Washington, D.C. office.
“I began my public service career as an intern, and invite all interested students and recent graduates to apply for internships in my offices,” McCarthy said in an article by the Taft Midway Driller. “This is an excellent opportunity to learn first-hand about our nation’s legislative process, as well as work to assist residents of California’s 22nd District.”
Interns will receive a $1,500 stipend and will be responsible for their own expenses, including transportation and housing.
Applicants must have good writing and computer skills, be at least a junior in college by fall and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to residents of California's 22nd Congressional District, but all applications will be considered.
Students also must submit a resume and 250-word essay explaining their interest in the program and what they expect to learn from the experience. Applications and all other materials must be postmarked by April 15 and can be mailed to:4100 Empire Drive, Suite 150, Bakersfield, California 93309 or e-mailed to Robin.Lake-Foster@mail.house.gov.
McCarthy also accepts applications for internships throughout the school year from college students with a 3.0 GPA.
Congressman Kevin McCarthy recently announced that his office is accepting applications for its Congressional Internship program. The program which usually lasts six weeks, allows interns to spend two weeks in the Bakersfield district office and four weeks in the Washington, D.C. office.
“I began my public service career as an intern, and invite all interested students and recent graduates to apply for internships in my offices,” McCarthy said in an article by the Taft Midway Driller. “This is an excellent opportunity to learn first-hand about our nation’s legislative process, as well as work to assist residents of California’s 22nd District.”
Interns will receive a $1,500 stipend and will be responsible for their own expenses, including transportation and housing.
Applicants must have good writing and computer skills, be at least a junior in college by fall and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to residents of California's 22nd Congressional District, but all applications will be considered.
Students also must submit a resume and 250-word essay explaining their interest in the program and what they expect to learn from the experience. Applications and all other materials must be postmarked by April 15 and can be mailed to:
McCarthy also accepts applications for internships throughout the school year from college students with a 3.0 GPA.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Internships for American Indians
A new program to help American Indians students get internships and make tribal areas more energy efficient is underway.
In February, George T. Skibine, deputy assistant secretary for policy and economic development of Indian affairs, announced the Energy Resource Development Tribal Internship Program. According to an article by The Circle, the program is an effort to recruit and train American Indian and Alaska Native students to become the next generation of tribal energy and natural resource management professionals.
The program was developed through a partnership between the Indian Affairs Office of Indian Energy and Economic Development, the Council of Energy Resource Tribes and the Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory. The program hopes to increase the number of American Indians and Alaska Natives who can effectively manage a tribe's energy and natural resources.
“This internship program will offer an exciting opportunity for American Indians and Alaska Natives interested in the science and engineering professions, two fields where they are traditionally under-represented,” Skibine said in the article. “It will also help tribes by developing a cadre of professionals who have the training and expertise to aid them in managing the development of their energy and natural resources.”
Under Title V of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, the Secretary of the Interior is required to provide technical assistance to Indian tribes seeking to develop energy resources, establish an Indian energy resource development program and further the goal of Indian self-determination.
The program, which will begin this summer and last 10 weeks, will be held annually. The deadline for applications is April 3. Applicants will be considered based on their ability and skills to perform necessary tasks, if their needs will be met by the program and if they are interested in developing capabilities in sustainable energy programs.
In February, George T. Skibine, deputy assistant secretary for policy and economic development of Indian affairs, announced the Energy Resource Development Tribal Internship Program. According to an article by The Circle, the program is an effort to recruit and train American Indian and Alaska Native students to become the next generation of tribal energy and natural resource management professionals.
The program was developed through a partnership between the Indian Affairs Office of Indian Energy and Economic Development, the Council of Energy Resource Tribes and the Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory. The program hopes to increase the number of American Indians and Alaska Natives who can effectively manage a tribe's energy and natural resources.
“This internship program will offer an exciting opportunity for American Indians and Alaska Natives interested in the science and engineering professions, two fields where they are traditionally under-represented,” Skibine said in the article. “It will also help tribes by developing a cadre of professionals who have the training and expertise to aid them in managing the development of their energy and natural resources.”
Under Title V of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, the Secretary of the Interior is required to provide technical assistance to Indian tribes seeking to develop energy resources, establish an Indian energy resource development program and further the goal of Indian self-determination.
The program, which will begin this summer and last 10 weeks, will be held annually. The deadline for applications is April 3. Applicants will be considered based on their ability and skills to perform necessary tasks, if their needs will be met by the program and if they are interested in developing capabilities in sustainable energy programs.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Entertainment Internship Fair
Three entities are coming together to offer an entertainment internship fair.
Alliance of Resident Theatres/New York, The American Theatre Wing and the Michael Tuch Foundation will present the eighth annual A.R.T/New York Internship Fair from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. March 21 at the Westin Hotel in New York.
The internship fair is open to undergraduates, graduate students and recent graduates of all majors who are seeking theater and entertainment internships for this summer and fall.
According to an article by BroadwayWorld, it is expected that representatives from more than 50 New York theaters ill be in attendance, including The New Group, New York Stage and Film, Signature Theatre Company and Roundabout Theatre Company.
"A.R.T./New York's Annual Internship Fair is thrilling not only for our member companies but also for the hundreds of future theatre professionals who attend in hopes of landing the internship that will start their careers," Virginia P. Louloudes, executive director of A.R.T/New York said in the article.
"Indeed, a number of students have gone on to become full time employees of the companies they met through the fair," Louloudes continued. "This year we are delighted to be working with the American Theatre Wing on the fair. The Wing's history of educating theatergoers and students alike on all aspects of the theatre makes them a perfect partner."
The American Theatre Wing's Theatre Intern Group also will be present at the fair for students to join once they find an internship. The group offers social and professional development opportunities for theater interns, including networking contacts.
Those wishing to reserve space at the fair may contact memberservices@art-newyork.org with the subject "Internship 09 RSVP" before March 13. E-mails should include name, school and year of study. Admission to the fair is free, but a confirmation number is required to attend.
Alliance of Resident Theatres/New York, The American Theatre Wing and the Michael Tuch Foundation will present the eighth annual A.R.T/New York Internship Fair from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. March 21 at the Westin Hotel in New York.
The internship fair is open to undergraduates, graduate students and recent graduates of all majors who are seeking theater and entertainment internships for this summer and fall.
According to an article by BroadwayWorld, it is expected that representatives from more than 50 New York theaters ill be in attendance, including The New Group, New York Stage and Film, Signature Theatre Company and Roundabout Theatre Company.
"A.R.T./New York's Annual Internship Fair is thrilling not only for our member companies but also for the hundreds of future theatre professionals who attend in hopes of landing the internship that will start their careers," Virginia P. Louloudes, executive director of A.R.T/New York said in the article.
"Indeed, a number of students have gone on to become full time employees of the companies they met through the fair," Louloudes continued. "This year we are delighted to be working with the American Theatre Wing on the fair. The Wing's history of educating theatergoers and students alike on all aspects of the theatre makes them a perfect partner."
The American Theatre Wing's Theatre Intern Group also will be present at the fair for students to join once they find an internship. The group offers social and professional development opportunities for theater interns, including networking contacts.
Those wishing to reserve space at the fair may contact memberservices@art-newyork.org with the subject "Internship 09 RSVP" before March 13. E-mails should include name, school and year of study. Admission to the fair is free, but a confirmation number is required to attend.
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