Career Mentoring Programs & Community Events

PartnerUp is a career-readiness program led by PNC and a coalition of regional employers who believe that future talent is found in our own backyards.  When employers PartnerUp with educators and students with the shared goal to help young talent take the first steps towards a secure future, everyone thrives.  The curriculum prepares 12^th graders to launch careers after high school graduation by engaging them in sessions focused on skill assessments, resume building, and interview prep.  The program ends with interviews for positions in our area with competitive pay, health and tuition benefits, and potential career advancement.  Email Mrs. Keller at [email protected] to sign up.

 

Check out these resources for more information.

PartnerUp WQED video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nrwycb61-NA

PartnerUp Website: www.pnc.jobs/partnerup

 

 

 

Teen Academy is a one-day program for high school juniors and seniors to learn about the FBI and what a variety of career paths in the FBI would entail.  The FBI’s Teen Academy program allows a diverse group of high school students the opportunity to develop leadership skills and to investigate the world of law enforcement. Active explorations of fitness and forensic science grow students’ minds and bodies while age-appropriate lessons on topics such as violence prevention, sextortion, and hoax threats teach them how to stay safe. FBI staff, including special agents, intelligence analysts, and professional staff, lead discussions and interactive sessions focused on the work we do, how we do it, and, most importantly, why we choose this work in service of all Americans.  Any student with an interest in leadership and service is welcome to apply for this free opportunity. An interest in a law enforcement career is not a pre-requisite. Students should submit this application by email no later than 5 p.m. on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Reach out to [email protected] if you have questions.

 

 

 

Tuesday, September 24, 2024, 7:00PM-8:15PM, STEM Girls in Grades 8-12

Every high school student needs a resume for work, college, and scholarship applications. Learn the fundamentals and build your own resume during this workshop. If you are in 11th or 12th grade, learn how to get the most impact on your resume from your experiences. If you are in 9th or 10th grade, learn what things you could be doing this school year to add experiences to your resume.  Afterwards, have your resume reviewed by an experienced engineering professional who will give you feedback to make it even stronger. After registering, you will receive a Zoom invitation in your email about one week before the event, along with a resume worksheet to get you started. Register HERE.  Registration closes on Monday, September 23, 2024.

 

 

 

The Westinghouse Science Honors Institute is a free program for high school juniors

from Western Pennsylvania and the surrounding communities who demonstrate a strong interest in science and engineering and who are of high scholastic standing.  On select Saturdays from October through March, qualified high school juniors from Western Pennsylvania and the surrounding communities participate in STEAM inspired lectures while attending the Westinghouse Science Honors Institute. Students attend WSHI to gain insight into careers in engineering and science. They network with professionals in the "real world," and interact with students from different schools who also have the same abilities and interests. Every qualified junior is encouraged to apply. Detailed information and registration linked HERE. Reach out to [email protected] with any questions. Application deadline, September 30, 2024.

 

 

 

Career Connections programs are for students in grades 9-12.  The application fee is $100 (Visual Arts does not require a fee).  Click HERE for complete details and dates.

The programs that we currently are accepting applications for are:

• Digital Graphic Novels (Pittsburgh Center for Arts and Media)
• Visual Arts Career Orientation Program
• Zoo Animal Care

Applications close when a program is full. Complete the following to apply:

• Online Application
• Waiver Form
• $100 application fee - We are now accepting credit cards

Please note that each program has multiple sessions and students will be required to attend all sessions.  Please reach out to Mrs. Keller at [email protected] if you plan to attend to assist with an excused school absence.

 

 

 

SPEC MIX invites educators and students to learn about the many facets in the field of masonry, construction, and materials management to the SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500® Western Pennsylvania Regional Series Competition.  Masonry students and apprentices are invited to participate in the JR. BRICKLAYERS 500® competition. Educators and students will be provided with the opportunity to have hands-on learning experiences, visit vendors, and get seats to both the SPEC MIX JR. BRICKLAYERS 500® and the Professional SPEC MIX BRICKLAYERS 500® Bricklayer Regional Contest. CLICK HERE to see the flyer. Click HERE to register.

 

 

 

The Outreach and Admissions team will be offering tours and information sessions, along with student-led demonstrations on what Job Corp trade programs have to offer. In addition, there will be opportunities to speak with students and staff about life at Job Corps and all the services offered in addition to the trade school and college sponsorship program. Please email Mrs. Keller at [email protected] if you are interested in attending.

 

 

 

Partner4Work and the Southwest Corner Workforce Development Board are sponsoring a Healthcare Careers Expo.  Empower yourself by exploring the dynamic world of healthcare careers.  Email Mrs. Keller at [email protected] if you are interested in attending.

 

 

 

Are you considering engineering or computer science as a career? Do you have questions? We have answers! High school students can sign up for a 30-minute virtual session with a woman engineer or engineering student to discuss anything STEM-career related... preparing for college, resumes, college choices, majors/degrees, types of engineering, what engineers do, etc. Your questions, your choice! Now available! Sign up with a friend if you want to! We know sometimes it's more comfortable to have a friend with you when talking with an engineer.

Note: If signing up for you and a friend, please make sure you have your friend's name, email address, parent's name, and parent's email address before filling out the form.

Sign up here! https://tinyurl.com/TalkEngineer

 

 

 

The Virtual Exploring Energy Program empowers students by encouraging them to delve into the energy industry and its many career fields through a variety of video showcases, virtual tours, and virtual visits to the classroom by respected professionals.  Students are also encouraged to join the National Energy Academy.  Click HERE for more information.

 

 

 

Learn from local leaders in Manufacturing.  Click HERE for the recorded discussion.

 

 

It’s really difficult to imagine what it’s like to be in someone else’s shoes. In essence, that’s what students are trying to do when they explore careers. Are they suited to the work? What’s a typical day on the job like? Are they good candidates for the necessary education or training?  To help young people begin answering those questions, the Consortium has launched Career Journeys. This video series is made up of informal conversations that we’re filming with people in a wide array of occupations spanning many industries. The conversations should give students at least a taste of what each career is like and help them know whether they’d like to learn more, perhaps through research, a job-shadow or some other work-based learning experience.  Check back often because we are building a library.  Click HERE to access the complete collection organized by career cluster.

 

 

 

Mascaro Construction Co. began advocating careers in its industry to young people even before partnering with the Consortium several years ago to promote them in K-12 schools. With its proactive stance, it should come as no surprise that the builder now is offering its own career video series as a resource for educators, students, and others to learn about different pathways in the industry.

 

 

 

Explore key roles in the film industry.  https://teach.pittchfilm.com/

 

 

Catalyst Connection hosts events aimed at promoting careers in manufacturing.  

Manufacturing Career Panel-Fall 2020: Click HERE to view the discussion.

Manufacturing and Robotics Career Panel-Fall 2020: Click HERE to view the discussion.

Manufacturing Career Panel-Spring 2020:  Click HERE to view the discussion.

For more information on the high pay, high demand jobs available in manufacturing in the Pittsburgh Area check out https://makingyourfuture.org/ 

 

Troutwood was established with a dream to bring financial independence to all those willing to work for it. Founded out of Carnegie Mellon University’s Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship, the company designs and develops financial applications and educational tools.  Troutwood hosts weekly live financial literacy sessions on Wednesdays from 12-12:30 PM.  Listen in to learn from professionals about the power of investing.  Click HERE to listen to recordings of previous sessions.

 

One of the greatest benefits of Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week (PFEW) is the opportunity for students to interact with many dynamic business leaders, world-class motivational speakers and subject matter experts. The Foundation for Free Enterprise Education proudly offers a Speaker Series which will give viewers a peek into a broad array of viewpoints, subject matter and people, all supporting their vital mission of teaching students about their critical role in the American free enterprise system and society.  They hope that you find these videos useful career exploration tools, and encourage you to connect directly with the presenters for more information as you travel your path to success!  Click HERE for access to the complete Speaker Series.

 

Students with a strong financial foundation and early exposure to accounting make for promising CPA candidates. Get the knowledge you need to succeed!  Register HERE for access to inspiring career videos, real-life financial presentations, and challenging worksheets.

 

Encourage your future in accounting with videos showing the diverse career opportunities in the profession, a starting salary guide, student panels, and virtual school tours and admissions presentations.  Click HERE to register and gain access to the resources.

 

Self-Advocacy may sound simple - but it can be quite challenging skills to master. Chaz Kellem helps us learn about how making decisions about your life and learning how to gather information can be so important for your future. This skill can be a vital addition to success as students transition to post-secondary education and employment.  Click HERE to view the presentation.