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Career Planning and Upcoming Events
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Marquette High School offers a wide range of career planning resources aimed at helping students explore and choose a career path for their future. Check out the opportunities listed below.
The Department of Economic Development annually identifies occupations in which a critical need or shortage of trained personnel exists in the labor markets in this state. Check out the list of High Demand Occupations
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April 7th - April ARTS Trades Day at Alberici Construction
Preference is given to 11th and 12th-grade students; the event is capped at 50 students.A few highlights:- Students will be paid $50 for their time and participation.
- Transportation from a central location will be provided.
- Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.
- Access to Trade partners for hands-on workshops, onsite scholarships, apprenticeships, internships, job shadowing, and union representatives.
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April 26th - Build My Future Event
This year's event will be held on April 26, 2023, at St. Charles Family Arena and is open to the general public from 3:00 -5:00 pm, a fantastic opportunity for parents to attend with their students. Info Flyer
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Accelerated Job Training @ St. Louis Community College
The Workforce Solutions Group develops industry-specific training in partnership with the college’s campuses and local employers to help adults retrain for in-demand occupations in shorter-duration formats. The link below provides a comprehensive list of the variety of accelerated job training programs that have been developed by the Workforce Solutions Group at St. Louis Community College. Program offerings are based on demand and the availability of funding or industry partner participation. Call the accelerated job hotline at 314-539-5310 to leave your contact information and the program(s) you are interested in to receive a callback.
Click here for a full list of programs and visit this website for more information: https://stlcc.edu/programs-academics/accelerated-job-training/
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Access Point Technology Program
Looking for students who have…
- An interest in IT – this may be expressed through “gaming” or web design
- Taken or planning to take a Computer Science class or a class that includes programming
- No clear plan for after graduation and/or a desire to have a job and no college debt
- A GPA of 2.6 or higher or an Accuplacer Reading Proficiency score of 250 or above – this is to satisfy the STLCC requirement for dual enrollment and reading proficiency. Can work with students who have a 2.0 GPA or higher as well.
- A determination toward success and an ability to put in hard work toward that success
Within a year of graduating from HS, students are guaranteed an entry-level job at a Fortune 500 company in the St. Louis area that comes with a starting salary of $40-$50K, full benefits, and a 401k. The company the student works for pays him/her to get their college degree (the student gets to choose the area of technology he/she wants to go into). This means, no college debt!
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Agriculture Education Programs
John Deere and Sydenstricker Nobbe have multiple technical education programs and partnerships. Check out https://www.snpartners.com/ag-education-program/ for more information.
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BOEING and St. Louis Community College: Boeing Assembly Pre-Employment Training
This free program is fully funded by Boeing Company. It is designed for 2nd-semester high school seniors and provides 208 hours of employer-specific instruction in aircraft assembly techniques for Assembly Mechanic positions at Boeing. Find more information at stlcc.edu/Boeing
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Career Chats
- Be sure to check out the Career Chats offered weekly by the Partners in Education department Click Here
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Chamberlain University Experience Nursing Day Events
Three opportunities remain to check out Chamberlain University's College of Nursing!! Chamberlain's Experience Nursing Day is an interactive opportunity for high school students interested in healthcare. You'll experience what it's like to go to nursing school and will have the opportunity to learn about the wide field of nursing. You'll meet students who are already attending Chamberlain University to earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
To confirm attendance, RSVP to Tammy Keesey, Campus President tkeesey@chamberlain.edu 314-991-6278
March 29 Event - RSVP by March 15
September 27 Event - RSVP by September 13
November 15 Event - RSVP by November 1
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Conservation Leadership Corps
The CLC's mission is to engage youth in sustaining the conservation of our natural resources and to develop the next generation of conservation leaders. CLC is a great opportunity for high school and college students interested in conservation and other closely related fields to network with resource professionals across the state, including our 100+ affiliate organizations. The program is highly regarded by the state agencies and is beneficial for securing internships and job opportunities. Students also learn about conservation advocacy and policy development, and leadership and communication skills. This leadership program is a great resume builder, a way to develop lifelong friendships with students with similar interests, and network with resource professionals. For more information check out the website: https://confedmo.org/clc/
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EARN WHILE YOU LEARN: EMERGENCY MEDICAL COMMUNICATIONS ACADEMY
Training Emergency Medical Dispatchers in St. Louis, MO: American Medical Response - St. Louis Communications, part of the nation's leading medical transportation company, is offering a paid training opportunity to jump-start your career in EMS. AMR provides all necessary preparation including the Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) certification
course. The Communications Center is the AMR communications hub managing ambulance operations in multiple states. Our call volume includes emergency and non-emergency transports through our 911 contracts and hospital customers. Sign-on bonuses are paid out over the course of one year and every 60 days employees have the opportunity for an attendance bonus.Check out this Flyer and Apply at www.amr.net/careers
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FREE Construction Training Opportunities
Spring and Summer opportunities for anyone looking for experience in the construction trades!! Check out these flyers for more information.
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Interested in a career in construction?
Check out all the STL Construction Career Center has to offer! Construction Career Center Flyer
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Missouri Health Careers: Missouri needs health care workers.
Careers in health professions are rewarding, stable, and in-demand. Missouri Health Careers assists students and job seekers in understanding what jobs might be a good fit and helps connect them to resources to make it happen.
The newly enhanced website features an interactive career quiz, a tool to compare careers side-by-side, school and training information, and access to job openings for those ready to begin their career search.
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Other Resources
- Occupational Outlook Handbook: list information on a wide range of occupations. Career information can be viewed online at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/.
- Military Service Opportunities: brochures for various military branches can be found in the Guidance Center.
- Individual Advisement: each spring Guidance Counselors meet with students to discuss course selections, post-secondary plans, and career interests.
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The following websites offer advice on choosing a career:
https://roadtripnation.com/edu/careerfinder
https://myfuture.com/
http://mappingyourfuture.org/
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Professional Pilot Program - Southeast Missouri State University
The professional pilot degree prepares you to gain the FAA certifications to become a professional pilot and begin a career in commercial aviation. Explore the Professional Pilot Program
Aviation is an area with tremendous job growth and career advancement opportunities.
- 76% of commercial airlines are either required or prefer to hire a pilot with a 4-year degree
- Overall employment of airline and commercial pilots is projected to grow 5% through 2029
- The median annual salary for airline and commercial pilots is $175k+
- 50% of licensed pilots will retire in the next 20 years, so the airlines need new pilots!
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Rockwood Programs
- South Tech: a variety of training programs are offered through South Tech School. Starting with the sophomore year, students may apply to attend on a part-time basis. While attending one of the programs, students obtain valuable skills and certifications for entering the workforce after graduation.
- CCE: a program that provides real-world business internship opportunities in a specific career interest area. This program is open only to seniors and requires an application.
- Partners in Education; Career Shadowing: an opportunity for juniors to be assigned to community resource people in various occupations for a day. Project Interface: an independent study opportunity for juniors and seniors. The program allows students to complete work projects in a corporate setting. https://www.rsdmo.org/community/pie/Pages/default.aspx
- Dual Enrollment: an opportunity for seniors to get advanced work toward career goals. The program allows students to take college classes on the university's campus while still enrolled at Marquette. Interested students need to see their Guidance Counselor for details.
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St. Louis Community College Job Corps Scholars Program
St. Louis Community College is recruiting eligible youth ages 16-24 into the Job Corps Scholars Program Partnership. Through this joint partnership, eligible youth will have the opportunity to participate in credit and non-credit education and accelerated workforce training programs at St. Louis Community College that are 12 months or less.
Each qualified student will work with a personal career counselor and employment services specialist providing academic/career guidance and planning and job placement assistance, along with supportive services to ensure each student is successful in obtaining their educational and training goals that lead to credential and employment outcomes.
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Sydenstricker Nobbe Partners Tech Student Program
Looking to start a career in the tech field? Then take a look at our Tech Student Program. You will participate in on-the-job training while you work to obtain a two-year associate degree from a John Deere TECH program or other approved/unapproved technical program focused on the fundamentals and key technical concepts to become an effective service technician. Graduate from the program and become certified in John Deere's three core areas of service: Electrical, Hydraulics, and Service Advisor.
SNP Career Academy $0 out-of-pocket cost, get paid to attend!
- Located in Wentzville, MO
- Get paid full-time with benefits
- Paid housing
- Hands-on learning
- Taught by certified John Deere instructors
For more information, contact Stephanie Puckett:
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TeachMO
TeachMO has free tools and resources to help you explore the teaching profession and start making moves to becoming a teacher. What you’ll get:
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Custom advice 📱
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Scholarships and fee reimbursements 💰
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College search tool 🔎
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Checklists and how-to guides ✅
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Total Access EMT
Interested in a career in the medical field as an Emergency Medical Technician?
Total Access offers:
- Accelerated 7 - Week Program - Meets Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 8am - 4pm
- 12 - Week Program - Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays 5pm - 10pm
- Immediate job opportunities upon graduation
- Tuition reimbursement
Take a look at the website for more information.