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- Special thanks to San Benito High School Workability Department
Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.
– Malcom X
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| Are you Job Ready? | Start with this checklist | Download |
| Work Importance Profiler | Learn what is most important to you in a job | Go to site |
| Getting Ready to Find a Job | Follow the worksheet | Download |
| 20 Hints to Help You Get Hired | Use these guidelines for success | Download |
| Employability Skills | Identify your work skills | Go to site |
Creating References
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Reference request
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Sample form
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High School Staff
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Requesting a reference from your schools
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References Template
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Download a blank template
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More Information
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| Guide to Youth Labor Laws | Fact Sheet | Download |
| Are you a Working Teen? | Guide to rights | Download |
| NIOSHYouth@work | Safety training | Go to site |
| NIOSHYouth@work | Safety training worksheets | Download |
Step 3: Employment Application
Resources for completing a successful job application.
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Description |
Action |
| Do's for Applications | Checklist | Download |
| Reasons for Leaving | Explanations for applications | Download |
| Tips for Success | Application worksheet | Download |
| California Career Zone | Enter job titles to learn about careers | Go to site |
| Employment Application | Open and save to your computer | Download |
| Informational Application | Open and save to your computer | Download |
| Internet Site Application | Helps you fill our applications online | Download |
| Fax Cover Sheet | Use when faxing employers | Download |
Step 4: Job Search
Use these tools to help you search for a job.
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Description |
Download |
| Source of Job Leads | Where to start your search | Download |
| How to Network | Worksheet | Download |
| Looking at yourself in a new way | Worksheet | Download |
| Tips for Success | Pre-employment worksheet | Download |
| Employment Application | Internet sites flier | Download |
| Job Search Log | Track your progress | Download |
| Job Links | Source for local job listings | Go to page |
Step 5: Interview Tips
The First Impression is made within the first 7 seconds of meeting the employer! Make it count!
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| Pre Interview Checklist | Things to think about | Download |
| Before the Interview | Last minute checklist | Download |
| Questions to ask your Employer | Prep for interview | Download |
| Thank you letter | Sample | Download |
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Resources for negotiation and accepting a job.
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| Job Offer Questions | What to ask during the offer | Download |
| Entry Level Workers | 10 common problems | Download |
| Positive Work Habits | Suggestions for success | Download |
| Negotiating a Job Offer | Helpful tips | Download |
| Resignation Letter | Sample | Download |
Congratulations! You have completed the Six Steps to Employment!
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Resume Tools
A great resume can get you through the door and into an interview.
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| Resume Checklist | Download | Resume Guide | Download |
| Writing the Objectives | Download | Recoginizing Skills | Download |
| Personal Power Words | Download | Power Verbs | Download |
| What Employers Want | Download | Resume Review | Download |
| Reference Request Form | Download | Reference List | Download |
| References Template | Go to Site | My First Resume | Go to Site |
| Resume Template | Go to Site | Resume Template | Download |
| Sample Resume | Download | Writing a Cover Letter | Download |
| Fax Cover Sheet | Download | Use when faxing resume |
How to Prepare • Resume Tools • Job Links • Training Resources • Career Exploration •
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Job Links
Complete the "Internet Sites Application Worksheet" before you visit these online job application links.
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Description |
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| Boardwalk | Allow 30 minutes, must have email address | Apply |
| CCC | California Conservation Corps | Learn more |
| Caljobs EDD | Employment opportunities statewide | Learn more |
| Career Builder | Job search, employment and career info | Search now |
| City of Santa Cruz | Current job listings | View list |
| Costco | Allow 1 hour, must be 18 | Apply |
| Dollar Tree | Store positions | Apply |
| Goodwill | Employment search and appliciation | Apply |
| Home Depot | Allow 1 hour, must be 18 | Apply |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | Click the "Aply Now" button | Apply |
| Kohl's Department Store |
Click the "Start Process" button |
Apply |
| K-Mart/Sears | Allow 1 hour | Apply |
| Little Caesars Pizza | Allow 1 hour for your resume to post | Post resume |
| New Leaf | Download application to email | Go to Site |
| Nob Hil/Raley's | Allow 1 hour | Apply |
| Safeway | Allow 1/2 hour | Apply |
| Whole Foods | Allow 1 hour | Apply |
| Starbucks | Allow 1 hour | Apply |
| Parks & Rec | Santa Cruz, see openings online | View list |
| Taco Bell | Search for local job and apply online | Apply |
| Work Force Santa Cruz | One stop job assistance | Go to Site |
| Yogurt Delite |
Allow 20 minutes |
Go to site |
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Training Resources
These links will take you to apprenticeship and job skills training programs. Explore the links to discover new possibilities for your career future!
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| Apprenticehip Programs | Training Programs in California | Go to site |
| Apprentceship Resource Center | Self-Survey about construction careers | Go to Site |
| Career Direction | List of vocational training sites | Download |
| Cabrillo College | High School concurrent enrollment info | Go to Site |
| California Conservation Corps | Training and work experience | Go to Site |
| Center for Employment Training | Vocational career training | Go to Site |
| Community Colleges | Information about CA community colleges | Go to Site |
| Emergency Training Services | EMT career training | Go to Site |
| JobCorps | US Dept of Labor job training | Go to Site |
| JobStar Central | Job search guide | Go to Site |
| Occupational Information Network | Online training resources | Go to Site |
| Regional Occupational Program | Career training for high school students | Go to Site |
| Santa Cruz Adult Education | Training and skills courses | Go to Site |
| State of California Training Resources | Jobs training links | Go to Site |
| Shoreline Occupational Services | Job training through Goodwill | Go to Site |
| Vocational and Technical Schools | California school listings | Go to Site |
| Watsonville/Aptos Adult Ed | Training and skills courses | Go to Site |
| Workforce Santa Cruz | Virtual Career Center | Go to Site |
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Career Exploration
Career Interest Inventories and Assessments
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| California Career Zone | Begin by printing career worksheet | Download |
| California Career Zone Guide | Follow the steps in this guide | Download |
| California Career Zone Assessment | Answer questions to narrow your interests | Go to Site |
| Target Your Interests | Focus on career options | Go to Site |
| Occupations and Industries | Learn about carerrs that match your interests | Go to Site |
| Career Cluster Survey | Select from 16 clusters to find a career! (2.2 mb) | Download |
Links to explore more career options:
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| Apprenticeship Program | Training programs in California | Go to Site |
| Bay Area Career Guid | Career options and college choices | Go to Site |
| Career Directions | Vocational training resources | Download |
| Center for Employmet Training | Vocational career training | Go to Site |
| Career Information | Information about a variety of careers | Go to Site |
| Career Voyages | The ultimate road trip to career success | Go to Site |
| Alternative Energy Sector Careers | Colleges providing new energy careers | Download |
| O'net |
All you need to know about a career |
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| Occupational Guides | Choose "Santa Cruz County" to begin search | Go to Site |
| WyoTech Career Program | Training in a variety of technical careers | Go to Site |
| Today's Military | ASVAB Career Exploration Program | Go to Site |
| Practice the ASVAB | Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Test | Go to Site |
| Setting Goals | Helpful planning worksheet | Download |
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Preparing for College
Choosing and planning for college
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| Bay Area Career Guide | Community and Technical Colleges | Go to Site |
| College Board | College planning made easy | Go to Site |
| Community Colleges | List of California community colleges | Go to Site |
| Disabled Students | Local programs and services | Download |
| Education Planner | One stop career and college planning site! | Go to Site |
| Vocational and Tech Colleges | Overview of vocational programs | Go to Site |
| Web resources | Financial aid, test and scholarship info | Download |
| California Student Aid | Resources for financial aid | Go to Site |
| FAFSA | Federal student aid | Go to Site |
| Ed Fund | Building futures | Go to Site |
| 10 Tips | How to survive college | Go to Site |
Personal Statement and Essay Guide
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Description |
Action |
| Your Essay is your Personal Statement | Essay writing tips | Download |
| How to Write an Autobiography | Guided tips | Download |
| The Personal Statement | UC Berkeley guide | Go to Site |
Letter of Recommendation Guide
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| Letter of Recommendation Request | How to ask for a recommendation | Download |
| Letter of Recommendation Outline | Guide to recommendations | Download |
| PowerVerbs | Add punch to your writing | Download |
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Money Management
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5 Reasons to Plan a Budget
- To make things happen.
- To provide a framework for acting on decisions.
- To reduce crises.
- To grow in confidence and increase self-esteem.
- To achieve a goal.
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| Reality Check | Start here to learn how much you need to earn | Go to Site |
| Banking and Credit Info | Terms and definitions | Download |
| Wage and Hour Projection | Figure your net pay | Download |
| Budget Worksheet | Plan your finances | Download |
| Budget Template | Download a template to get started on a budget | Go to Site |
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Transportation Tips
Once you have a job, you're going to need reliable transportation in order to be a reliable employee!
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| California Dept of Motor Vehicles | General info about licences, registration | Go to Site |
| Santa Cruz County DMV | Local office for licences, registration, etc. | Go to Site |
| DMV Tutorial | Prep for your driving test | Go to Site |
| Identification Card Information | CA ID card | Download |
| Metro Santa Cruz | Bus schedules | Go to Site |
| Buying a Used Car | Helpful information | Download |
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Resource Agencies
Additional resources, services and agencies to support you in successful employment.
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| Access Guide Santa Cruz | How to get around for special needs | Go to Site |
| Balance 4 Kids | Kid Quest and Club Quest info | Go to Site |
| California Dept of Education | Search for resources | Go to Site |
| C.C. Ctr for Independent Living | Info for people with disabilities | Go to Site |
| Dept of Motor Vehicles | Useful information about licensing and owning | Go to Site |
| Driving Knowldege Tutorial | Online tutorial | Go to Site |
| Dept of Rehabilitation | Training and jobs for people with disabilities | Go to Site |
| Health Services | Santa Cruz County resources | Go to Site |
| Hope | Services for people with disabilities | Go to Site |
| Mental Health Alliance | Santa Cruz County resources | Go to Site |
| Nat'l Info for Children & Youth | Info about disabilities and services | Go to Site |
| NIOSHYouth@workcalifornia | Safety training for youth | Go to site |
| Parents Helping Parents | Info, referral, health and education services | Go to Site |
| Post ITT | Transitioning from high school to college | Go to Site |
| Rehab Specialists | Repair of medical equipment, wheelchairs | Go to Site |
| San Andreas Regional Center | Individualized support for accessing services | Go to Site |
| Santa Cruz Metro | Bus Schedules | Go to Site |
| Selective Service | Register for the selective services | Go to Site |
| Silicon Valley Indep. Living Ctr | Assisting SV disabled people with living needs | Go to Site |
| Social Security Administration | Benefits for seniors, disabled and survivors | Go to Site |
| Social Vocational Services | Social, vocational and recreational training | Go to Site |
| Special Parents Info Network | Resources for parents | Go to Site |
| Trans Access Accessibility | Creating opportunities for employment | Go to Site |
| US Dept of Labor | Search by Topic | Go to Site |
| Workability for Special Education | Trainsition resources | Go to Site |