Female Magazine.pdf

A PUBLICATION OF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND JOB CORPS

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

(800) 733-JOBS • www.jobcorps.dol.gov

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W H A T I S J O B C O R P S ?

Job Corps is the nation’s largest residential career technical training and education program for students ages 16 through 24. It is a U.S. Department of Labor program, established in 1964, that provides 60,000 students per year with hands-on training in

America’s fastest growing careers. If you are a young woman looking to get started in a promising career, Job Corps can provide you with the latest skills that today’s jobs require so you’ll be ready when great opportunities come your way.

And the best part? It’s at no cost to you.

(800) 733-JOBS

www.jobcorps.dol.gov http://mifuturo.jobcorps.gov (español)

Administered by the U.S. Department of Labor, Job Corps is the nation’s largest career technical training and education program for students ages 16 through 24. Job Corps is a U.S. Department of Labor Equal Opportunity Employer Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TDD/TTY telephone number is (800) 733-JOBS.

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2 Quiz: Your Life Decoded Clueless about your future?

Find out which Job Corps career training program is right for you.

3 Prescription for Success “I feel like Job Corps was perfect for me.”

4 The Inside Track:

A Day in the Life of a Job Corps Student.

6 A Reason to Succeed Chelsie talks about what it is like to be a single mom, and Job Corps student.

7 Cover Girls Get This cover girls talk about life at Job Corps.

8 Get the Scoop Answers to your questions about Job Corps and seven things every woman needs to succeed.

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On the cover: Fahima, Andrea and Kelli have fun during their photo shoot.

“Job Corps opened many windows of opportunity for me.

It gave me hope.”

Learn more about Luzenda on Page 4.

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Deciding what to do the rest of your life can be difficult.

If you’re clueless about careers, take our personality/ career quiz. Although no quiz can tell you what career is for you, this may give you some ideas as to what your dream job might be.

1 When you’re with friends, who does most of the talking?

A. I’m all mouth. They love to hear my stories.

B. They do. I’m kind of shy.

C. It depends on the topic of conversation.

2 In 10 years, you see yourself:

A. Spending a year doing something like building houses for

Habitat for Humanity.

B. Graduating from college with a degree in business or pharmacy.

C. Happy. No matter what career path I choose, I will be happy.

3 What is your favorite subject in school?

A. Art. I love the free-flowing nature and creativeness of the class.

B. Math. Being able to solve problems that take a lot of thought makes me feel good about myself.

C. History. Learning about our country’s past is so fascinating.

4 What is your fashion sense like?

A. Sporty. I’m into styles that are casual and easy to move around in.

B. Unique. I don’t like dressing like everyone else.

C. Comfy. I’m a jeans and T-shirt kind of gal.

5 Which reality TV show would you most want to be on?

A. Survivor.

B. The Apprentice.

C. America’s Next Top Model.

6 What do you enjoy doing in your downtime?

A. Sports, being outdoors. I like to get out and work up a sweat.

B. Retail therapy. Trying on clothes, buying shoes.

C. I’m pretty laid back and am happy doing pretty much anything.

7 What would be your idea of a dream vacation?

A. Camping or backpacking in the great outdoors.

B. A vacation with a complete itinerary and plenty of sightseeing.

C. Lazy days, sunning myself at the beach.

CAREER

QUIZ

THINK YOU KNOW WHAT CAREER AREA YOU’D LIKE TO

STUDY? OR ARE YOU LOOKING FOR THE RIGHT CAREER?

Job Corps also offers driver education courses for students who need it.

IF YOU ANSWERED …

mostly A’s, you are an Action-Adventure Sister. Forget about sitting in an office all day, you crave working where the action is.

With your hands-on personality, you might find careers such as welding, culinary arts, carpentry or plastering more in line with your lifestyle.

mostly B’s, you are a Budding Businesswoman. You may be a little shy sometimes, but you’ve got strong ideas and prefer balance and stability in your life. You might want to try office administration, health occupations or computer systems.

mostly C’s, you are a Laidback Lady. You are an easy-going person who will be happy with a number of careers. You’ll be great at whatever is thrown your way.

CAREER AREAS

Not every center offers each of these career technical areas.

Call (800) 733-JOBS or check with your admissions counselor to learn what the Job Corps center nearest you offers.

Automotive and Machine Repair Automotive Service Collision Repair and Finishing Diesel Mechanics Construction Bricklaying Carpentry Cement Masonry Electrical Facilities Maintenance Floor Covering Installation Glazing Heating and Air Conditioning Heavy Equipment Operation Painting Plastering Plumbing Roofing Tile Setting Finance and Business Services Accounting Legal Office Support Office Assistance Health Care Dental Assistance Licensed Practical Nursing Medical Assistance Nursing Assistance Opticianry Pharmacy Technician Hospitality Culinary Arts Hotel Lodging Information Technology Computer Operations Computer Service Graphic Design Network Cable Installation Manufacturing Machining Manufacturing Technology Material Handling Welding Renewable Resources Landscaping Urban Forestry Water Treatment Transportation Transportation Communications

And more …

All career technical training areas are aligned with industry certifications and are designed to meet the requirements of today’s careers.

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“People with college degrees are making the same thing, if not less, than I am right now. I’m making more than $15 an hour and living in a great apartment.” The 25-year-old works at a busy pharmacy that on any given day fills between 1,500 and 2,000 prescriptions. But only a few years ago, Darshay was still undecided about her future. And then she came to Job Corps.

“The people at Job Corps reached out to me and helped me see potential that I didn’t see in myself,” says Darshay.

As part of getting certified as a pharmacy technician through Job Corps’ training program, Darshay completed two internships in retail pharmacy settings. Now she works at a military base about 40 hours per week, typically 9 a.m.

to 5:30 p.m. Darshay researched different occupations and decided to be a pharmacy technician based on the number of jobs that seemed to be available and the high starting pay.

Although she already has a good job, Darshay is continuing her education in pursuit of an even better job. In her “spare time,” she attends community college so she can eventually go to pharmacy school.

“My job is great because my bosses are flexible and will work with my schedule so I can go to class.”

Darshay also sings in her church choir, tutors two girls and likes to hang out with her friends who are still going to Job Corps. “There are so many things you can experience at Job Corps that you would never imagine. I love to sing, and Job Corps helped me practice my talent. While I was a student, I sang at events on campus, and I even got to sing at a congressional event one time.”

Darshay encourages anyone thinking about Job Corps to sign up. It’s not easy, she says, unless you’re in the right mindset. You have to be yourself, believe in your abilities, do your best and stay determined.

“Whatever I do, I try to put my best into it. My experience at Job Corps worked out exactly as I wanted. I truly feel like going to Job Corps was meant to be.”

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“People with college degrees are making the same thing, if not less, than I am right now. I’m making more than $15 an hour and living in a great apartment.”

Prescription For Success One Graduate’s Story

Name: Darshay Age: 25 Occupation: Pharmacy Technician

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Time to get up and start the day! Before heading out, I have to make sure my room is clean and my bed is made. Then, I’m off to breakfast.

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A Day in the Life of Luzenda get the inside track

Wondering what a typical day looks like for a Job Corps student? To give you the inside track, we spent the day with Luzenda at Long Beach Job Corps Center in California. From the moment her alarm went off in the morning until her head hit the pillow at night, Luzenda showed us what life is like for the thousands of women enrolled in Job Corps.

Name: Luzenda Age: 18 Career Area:

Nursing Assistance

I plan to become a pediatric registered nurse, so the hands-on training I get at Job Corps is exactly what I need to help me reach that goal.

I usually meet up with some friends for lunch in the cafeteria around 12:15 p.m.

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From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. I am either in class studying to be a certified nursing assistant or in one of my academic training classes.

“One of the great things about Job Corps is the hands-on training.”

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Job Corps has plenty of activities available for students during their downtime.

When I get out of class for the day, I usually study for a while, work out in the fitness center or catch up with friends before heading to dinner.

At night, I try to get the rest of my studying done or read a good book before going to bed around 10 p.m. I’ve got a full day ahead of me so I’ve got to make sure I’m ready.

After dinner, I might have a few small chores to do around campus, like dusting or catching up on my laundry.

Recreational activities are offered at all Job Corps centers. Learn about other centers’ offerings at www.jobcorps.dol.gov.

“I’ve made some great friends during my time at Job Corps.”

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Chelsie knew this was not what she wanted out of life. Working at a daycare center so she could be near her son, Tyler, and get a paycheck, Chelsie watched as her high school friends began planning for their futures and graduating from college. Discouraged about her current situation, she knew she had to do something to change her life.

“I had heard about Job Corps, but didn’t know if I could do it,” said Chelsie. But with an amazing family and a great group of friends supporting her, Chelsie decided to enroll in the Quentin N. Burdick Job Corps Center in North Dakota. While it wasn’t always easy going to school and taking care of her son, Chelsie found that Job Corps was exactly what she needed.

“The staff and teachers at Job Corps were so encouraging,” said Chelsie.

“I began to feel good about myself, and my self-esteem soared.”

Having graduated from high school a few years earlier, Chelsie was able to begin studying in her career area – office administration. “I knew I wanted to go on to college, and I knew the office administration curriculum would help me no matter what I decided to do in life,” said Chelsie.

After graduating from Job Corps, Chelsie enrolled in Minot State University and began studying for her Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education. While at Minot State, Chelsie received the university’s outstanding student teacher education award. She graduated in the fall and is now a licensed elementary school teacher. Even though Chelsie took a different path than her childhood friends, she is happy with where she is today and gives much of the credit to the Job Corps program.

“Job Corps is the place to go to help you feel encouraged,” she said. “It is a steppingstone to solid ground.

The program gives you all the tools to get you on the road to success and independence.”

Check with your local admissions counselor to see if child care is offered at a center near you.

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Chelsie with her son, Tyler.

She … became a single mother at 19.

… decided she wanted more out of life.

… enrolled in Job Corps.

… graduated from college.

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Andrea, 24 Career area Medical Assistance

Future plans Find a good job at a hospital to gain a better understanding of the medical field and eventually work in a pediatrician’s office.

What’s the best thing about Job Corps?

The staff is so helpful and caring.

I respect my center director. He’s the reason I’m able to be here.

Kelli, 19 Career area Carpentry

Why did you choose carpentry?

I’ve just always been interested in

it. When I was younger, my dad and I would always build things at my grandma’s house. My first real carpentry project was a dog-house I built when I was 10.

Advice for those considering Job Corps Do it. It’s the best thing you could ever do.

Fahima, 18 Career area Heating and Air Conditioning

Future plans Get a job working in my career area while attending college for a business management degree.

What’s the biggest challenge you’ve faced as a Job Corps student?

Being homesick. I miss my family; but I talk to them every day, and they’re my motivation and support for being here.

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JOB CORPS

ESSENTIALS

Seven things every woman needs at Job Corps get the scoop

Favorite stuffed animal It might be cheesy, but everyone needs a reminder of home. It could be a family photo, a stuffed animal or letters from friends and family.

Alarm clock If you want to ace your academic and training classes, you have to make sure you get enough sleep and wake up in time for class.

Calendar You’ll want to keep track of your activities and progress while you’re at Job Corps. Always be looking ahead!

Brush OK, it’s not that essential; but going from your morning academic classes to your afternoon career skills class to hanging out with friends – you’ve got to make sure a girl looks good, right?

Chef’s hat and work boots Whether you’re studying culinary arts or welding, it’s important to have the right tools to succeed in your career studies. Don’t worry – Job Corps will provide everything when you arrive on center.

CTS contact information It’s important to have your career counselor’s number on hand, especially as you get closer to graduation, for advice on finding a job and looking for housing or transportation.

Willingness to work hard and desire to succeed You can’t see either of these; but if you have them, then Job Corps can show you the path to success.

Answers to

REAL

Job Corps questions

It’s only natural to wonder what it’s like to move in with a stranger. Here’s the thing to remember:

She’s probably just as nervous as you are, so the best thing to do is to jump right in and get to know each other. Every roommate experience is different, but most Job Corps students will tell you it’s great. Most end up becoming friends with their roommates, and those friendships last long after they graduate from Job Corps.

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Each year more than 60,000 students graduate from Job Corps. The program is designed for men and women between the ages of 16 and 24 who are looking to start a promising career.

“JOB CORPS? ”

WHO GOES TO

Yes, guys join

Job Corps, too!

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Every Job Corps center has a uniform. It varies at each center, but most times it is a polo shirt and khakis. One thing is sure; it’s always comfortable and casual so you can enjoy your day on center. Each student also is required to wear work clothes according to her particular career technical training.

Regardless of the uniform policy at your center, every Job Corps student is issued a work uniform free of charge after she is on center for two weeks. Students also can qualify for a clothing allowance.

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WILL I HAVE TO WEAR A UNIFORM“AT JOB CORPS? HOW WILL I BUY

THE CLOTHES I NEED FOR MY

”TRAINING AND MY NEW CAREER?

FIVE TIPS

FOR GETTING ALONG

WITH YOUR ROOMMATE

Get to know one another.

You’re going to be spending a lot of time with your roommate, and she is your first opportunity to make a new friend at Job Corps. Take the time to ask and answer questions and get to know each other.

Find an activity you can share.

There’s nothing like having something in common to talk about. Maybe you can be workout partners. If you aren’t involved in any of the same activities, you are likely to see each other at bedtime only.

Ask before you borrow.

Just because you are sharing a room does not mean you want to share other things … like clothing. Talk about what you want to share and what you want to be personal. Asking first can avoid conflicts later.

Be understanding.

Everyone has bad days. Remember that you may not always be aware of what is going on in your roommate’s life.

Be open and honest.

Talk to your roommate about what is important to you and things that may affect your relationship as roommates.

Remember, to have a good roommate, be a good roommate.

You’re in luck. Each Job Corps center has a Health and Wellness Center on campus with physicians and nurses who provide physical examinations and will care for you if you are sick. When you first arrive on campus, you’ll receive an initial medical exam. This exam includes blood and urine tests, a review of medical history, review of drug and alcohol history, vital-signs examination, tuberculosis testing, HIV/AIDS testing and counseling, and vision and hearing tests so our doctors have your medical history in case you get sick. The health center also provides women’s health and dental services.

“IS THERE A DOCTOR ON CAMPUS?”

WHAT HAPPENS IF I GET SICK?

It might be hard to believe, but there’s no catch. Job Corps is a government-sponsored program to help train America’s young adults, like you, for some of the most popular jobs in the United States. By helping young adults get on the right track toward a solid career, everyone benefits.

FREE EDUCATION, ROOM AND“BOARD AND JOB TRAINING? SOUNDS

TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE.

WHAT’S THE CATCH? ”

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FACT:

Job Corps is a way to get what you want out of life.

These women did.

Will you?

Job Corps is the nation’s largest career technical training and education program for students ages 16 through 24. Find out more today.

(800) 733-JOBS

www.jobcorps.dol.gov http://mifuturo.jobcorps.gov (español)

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