Summer Youth Jobs-Ages 15-23

Greetings:

There are many young people that are willing to work hard. Please pass along these opportunities to assist them on their road to success. Please contact the individual programs below if you have any questions. Let's continue to make a difference in our community. If you would like to be added to the Youth Ready Chicago Region 3 Community Council E-mail announcement list please sign up on this blog

SUMMER JOBS In Banking, Accounting, Law and Engineering - Apply by April 8th

Summer Employment for High School Students The Chicago Summer Business Institute (CSBI) provides a six-week paid internship program for high school sophomores and juniors each summer. These internships take place at various banks, accounting, law and engineering firms throughout the Loop and business districts. In conjunction with a 28-hour work week, students attend half-day classroom seminars and workshops every week where they learn about the financial markets, attend seminars given by successful business executives, and participate in team building programs. Eligibility Requirements: Student must currently be a Sophomore or Junior (ages 15 and under must have a valid work permit); Student must have a valid social security card; Student must have a 3.0 GPA or higher (on a 4.0 scale);

Student must attend either a public, parochial or private high school;
Student must be a resident of the City of Chicago; and
Student must have an annual family income of $60,000 a year or less and a parent/guardian must sign Certificate of Income Verification Form

Job Readiness Workshop:
Free job readiness workshop for CSBI applicants on Saturday, April 2, 2011. Workshop highlights include creating effective resumes, conducting successful interviews, making positive first impressions and following office etiquette. Space is limited and registration is required.

How to Apply:
Students may obtain application material from high school Principals or Guidance Counselors, or download applications from CSBI's new website at www.chicagobusinessinstitute.com. Applications are due on April 8, 2011.

For more information, feel free to contact us via email at info@chicagobusinessinstitute.com.

2011 City Youth Council Applications for Chicago youth ages 15-23

2011 City Youth Council Applications For Chicago Youth Ages 15-23
Get the chance to meet powerful decision-makers in local, state, and national politics!
Meet other passionate, powerful students from across Chicago and work on issues you care about! Earn experience and money for doing something interesting, worthwhile, and fun!
Orientation is Monday, June 20th from 5-7 pm

The City Youth Council SUMMER Program begins Monday, June 27, and ends Friday, August 19, 2011. Work about150 hours over the course of the summer: 3-5 days per week working with fellow council members researching and developing recommendations on your council’s issue (Education, Teen Health, and a city-wide Youth Commission Taskforce) Research retreat during July. During the school year councils will meet at least twice per month, but sometimes more frequently depending on our work.

If you are currently between the ages of 15 and 23, please fill out an application and return it to your teacher or the Mikva Challenge by Friday, April 15, 2011.

25 East Washington, Suite 820

Chicago, IL 60602

Fax: 312-863-6341

E-mail: Mikvayouthaction@mikvachallenge.org

If you have any questions call Jessica Gingold at 312-863-6340 or email at jessica@mikvachallenge.org