Because Your First Job Isn't Your Last
Think about what you're doing for money right now: Do you want to do that for the rest of your life?
Few people do. But getting that job you’ll enjoy and get paid the amount you want takes planning, training, education, experience, flexibility and planning. Did we mention planning?
And keep in mind that at this point in your life, time spent learning is only going to help. A person with a four-year college degrees earns, on average, $1 million more during a career than a person with just a high school diploma.
And if a four-year program isn’t for you - yet - you’ll need to consider two-year programs, vocational training or any other way to get knowledge that’ll help your career.
So get started now.
- What skills do you have and how do they apply to the workplace?
- What workplaces need your skills?
- What do you actually like doing?
- What education or training do you need to do that?
Here’s some of what you can do:
Step One: Assess your skills and interests
- Stop in at our one-stop career center to use the resource room or talk with a career adviser.
- Get your GED.
Step Two: Make a Plan
Step Three: Get the Knowledge and Skills
- Consider your education options.
- Start with a summer job or internship.
- Consider our year-round program.
Step Four: Start Looking
Step Five: Enjoy Success, but Don’t Stop There
- Find ways to start your own business.
- Check out the success stories.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
