Workforce SBCSS Career Corner

A Front Desk Agent at Ayres Hotel in Fontana, explains what her job looks like day to day and why communication is everything in hospitality. She shares how customer service, staying calm, and using technology help create a great guest experience.

Get your own copy of the video-linked Google form below. Students can watch independently, research, and answer the questions.

Career Exploration Example Form​​

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Looking for impactful opportunities to share with your students this summer? Explore a range of career-related programs and experiences designed for elementary, middle, and high school learners. These engaging activities help students explore interests, build skills, and get inspired about their futures.

This summer, STEP is offering a dynamic lineup of hands-on, career-connected STEM experiences designed to engage and inspire students across grade levels. These programs provide students with hands-on labs, exposure to real-world STEM careers, and meaningful interaction with industry professionals, all designed to build skills, confidence, and future pathways.

Click here to register: STEP: Science and Technology Education Partnership

The STEAM Academy is a two-week, academic experience providing quality STEM programming for middle and high school students with a specific focus on those who are under-performing, but have high potential and high interest. Students are engaged in hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM). Participants engage their creativity, enhance their approach to problem solving, and develop communication and critical thinking skills.

Applications are open now!

STEAM Discovery features 5 days of immersive Makerspace activities where students explore, build, and experiment. Designed for students in grades 3–6, the program introduces science, technology, engineering, art, and math through hands-on projects that encourage collaboration and creative problem-solving. Students will work in teams to develop an idea for a product or service that solves a real problem. Along the way, they will explore how ideas become products and learn how thoughtful marketing communicates value and purpose.

Click here to apply!

UpStarters Discovery Camp is a high-energy, immersive entrepreneurship experience hosted by the Randall W. Lewis Center for Entrepreneurship (RLCE) at CSUSB. Designed for ambitious high school students, UpStarters introduces participants to the mindset of innovation, leadership, and opportunity creation.

Join the interest list here!

Through a partnership with the San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra (SBSO) Association, this camp facilitates middle-school and high-school students of the region going to CSUSB to participate in a week-long series of rehearsals, coachings, sectionals, and masterclasses with a faculty of professional musicians from both CSUSB and the San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra.

This camp is open to woodwind, brass, percussion, keyboard, and string students who are 12-18 years old. Students must have at least two years of playing experience.

For more information click here.

DBH’s Volunteer Services Program promotes civic and community participation by encouraging behavioral health clients (consumers), family members, students, and community members to have an active role in the recovery process by volunteering with DBH.

The program accepts applications from people, over the age of 16, with current or past experience with behavioral health issues (your own or that of a family member or friend) or people who desire to explore career options in the field of behavioral health.

For more information, call 909-658-1015 or email DBH-Volunteer@dbh.sbcounty.gov

Explore how strong customer service skills help you create positive experiences, solve problems with patience, and represent your organization well. Learn how to listen actively, stay professional, and go the extra mile. Share this link with students to explore further.

High school students stepped into the boots of firefighters and EMS responders at our Fire and EMS Competition at Crafton Hills College, putting their skills, teamwork, and quick thinking to the test through real-world simulations and scenarios. From firefighting challenges to emergency medical skills, participants were evaluated by industry professionals on technical accuracy, communication, and safety protocols.

Take a look below:

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In partnership with the DiscoveryCube in Santa Ana and Southern California Attack Robotics (SCAR), Alliance for Education hosted our third annual county-level Middle and High School Plastic 1 lb Antweight Class combat robotics championship tournament at the DiscoveryCube for over 100 students from all over San Bernardino County. The winning team took home the perpetual trophy until next year.

The first weeks of school are the perfect time to connect your students’ strengths and interests to their futures. Using the California CareerZone’s Quick Assessment, your class can explore John Holland’s RIASEC framework and discover their “Holland Code” — a fast, fun way to spark career readiness and boost engagement.

Take a look at the link bleow:

https://www.cacareerzone.org/guide/hollandcode