OccupyTeens: Let’s Put Chicago Teens to Work This Summer
January 11th, 2012 by Shorty
Question: What percentage of young people in Chicago were out of work during the summer 2010?
Answer: Approximately 30% of Chicago teens were out of work. This lead to idle minds and even more idle activities.
Let’s try to reverse this trend in 2012. What can you do?
For starters, try to allocate at least $100 per month in your business budget to pay a stipend to a teen worker for the summer. That’s not a huge sum, but they are more likely to be motivated to work because they are being paid. Second, speak to your colleagues to find out if they, too, can invest at least $300 to hire a teen for the summer.
This is what your $300 investment will get you:
- Low cost assistance with your projects
- An opportunity for you to mentor a young person
- Your contribution to the preparation of the workforce of the future
- Higher graduation rates and lower prison rates
- Your assistance with helping a young person with his or her career and education choices
For the young person:
- Discipline
- Accountability
- Responsibility
- Interpersonal and communications skills
- A work ethic
- Networking
- Time management
- Mentoring
- Pay for work
As you can see, this is a win-win for all involved. Let me know if you have $300 to invest in a Chicago teen for the summer. Also, if you have other suggestions and resources to keep teens occupied for the summer, please share.
White House Summer Internship – Apply by January 22, 2012
November 29th, 2011 by Shorty
The White House Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. Although unpaid, this hands-on program is designed to mentor and cultivate today’s young leaders, strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office and prepare them for future public service opportunities. The application period for the summer 2012 White House Internship Program is now open until January 22, 2012. To learn more, and to apply, visit: http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/internships.
Check Out “Not Hiring: The Plight of Jobless Teens” FREE – November 2, 2011
October 31st, 2011 by Shorty
COLUMBIA COLLEGE CHICAGO HOSTS TOWN HALL MEETING: “NOT HIRING: THE PLIGHT OF JOBLESS TEENS”
Why were 18,000 Chicago teens were out of work last summer? In Chicago, only 30 teens of every 100 found a job during June and July of last summer, continuing the dismal unemployment trend of 2010. The average teen employment rate was just 29.5 percent, tying 2010 for the lowest rate since the end of World War II, reports the Center for Labor Market Studies of Northeastern University in Boston. The collapse of the nation’s teen summer job market will be the topic as Columbia Links hosts a town hall meeting: “Not Hiring: The Plight of Jobless Teens.”
Panelists include education and non-profit experts as well as student reporters from Columbia Links, a journalism skills-building and leadership development program for youth and teachers in Chicago Public Schools, housed at Columbia College Chicago.
WHEN: 5:30 p.m.Nov. 2
WHERE: 618 S. Wabash Ave., Stage 2
ADMISSION: This event is free and open to the public.
Laura S. Washington
Twitter @MediaDervish Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times Political Analyst, ABC 7-Chicago
Positions Available at the Chicago Architecture Foundation
May 13th, 2011 by Shorty
Chicago Architecture Foundation has two director level positions open, Director of Tours Business and Director of Communications. Check out their site for more information and details on how to apply.
Railroad Jobs Available
May 3rd, 2011 by Shorty
Training: You will attend two or three weeks of training at the Railroad Education & Development Institute in Atlanta , GA. CSX will pay for travel, lodging and meals as required by collective bargaining agreement.
Track Worker-030702 Job Summary: Work as a member of a crew to install new railroad track, maintain existing track and right-of-way. Replace or repair track switches with specific components. Slide and align tie plates. Drill holes through rails for insertion of bolts and tighten or loosen bolts at joints that hold ends or rails together. Correct deviations in track surface, alignment and gauge . Cut rails to specific lengths etc.
Pay Rate Entry Rate $19.36/hour Full Rate $21.52/hour Promotional/ Advancement Opportunities:
Under Maintenance of Way Collective Bargaining Agreement, Track Workers may be considered for advancement or promotion to other positions within the Engineering Department if qualified.
Machine Operator $23.25 – $24.81/hour
Welder Helper $21.93/hour
Bridge Tender $21.93/hour
Bridge Mechanic $22.65/hour
Foreman $22.71 – $25.53/hour
Track Inspector $23.98 – $25.14/hour
Qualifications: High School diploma/GED; 18 years of age or older; Valid Driver’s License
Training: Attend two or three weeks of training at the Railroad Education & Development Institute in Atlanta , GA. CSX will pay for travel, lodging and meals as required by collective bargaining agreement.
TRACK WORKER - Entry rate $19.36/hr Full rate $21.52
MACHINE OPERATOR $23.25 – 24.81/hr
WELDER HELPER $21.93/hr
BRIDGE TENDER $21.93/hr
TRACK INSPECTOR $23.98 – 25.41/hr
…and more positions
Qualifications: High School diploma/GED 18 years old; Valid Driver’s License
Available Position: Director, UIC African-American Cultural Center
April 20th, 2011 by Shorty
The University of Illinois at Chicago seeks a Director for its African-American Cultural Center (AACC). The Center contributes to the academic mission of the university by promoting the expression and analysis of African American and
African Diasporan creative and cultural traditions. The mission of the AACC is to provide campus-wide education through cultural activities for example, exhibits, performances, lectures and presentations. The Center contributes to the advancement of African American and African Diaspora students and promotes their development as a strong community on campus. Visit UIC Human Resource page for more details and to apply. Application deadline is May 2, 2011.
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2 Positions at St. Paul Church of God in Christ Community Development Ministries
April 11th, 2011 by ShortySt. Paul Church of God in Christ Development Ministries, Inc. is seeking a Administative Assistant and Case Manager/Career Developer. Please forward resumes to smuhammad@projpride.net. St. Paul is located at 4526 South Wabash Avenue in Chicago.
