2024 Career Newsletter #6
Crafting Future Leaders: Building Career-Ready Students!

From the desk of Valentine Torres
At Hobart High School/Hobart University, we are excited to share some essential advice to help you effectively navigate your job search as you prepare for spring and summer employment. Here are three key strategies to keep in mind:
Leverage Your Network: Your journey to finding the right job can significantly benefit from the networks you’ve already built. Reach out to family, friends, alumni, and even your teachers. Connections made through internships or academic projects can also be invaluable. These personal links often lead to opportunities that aren’t advertised and can provide important referrals. Make sure to participate in career fairs, join relevant clubs or societies, and actively use professional networking platforms like LinkedIn to broaden your reach.
Tailor Your Application Materials: It’s crucial to personalize your resumes and cover letters for each job application. Avoid using a one-size-fits-all approach; hiring managers can spot these from a mile away. Take the time to read job descriptions thoroughly, identify the key skills and experiences sought by the employer, and reflect these in your application materials. By aligning your skills with the job requirements and including the appropriate keywords, you’ll greatly enhance your visibility to potential employers.
Prepare for Interviews: Effective preparation can be the deciding factor in your interview performance. Practice answering common interview questions and familiarize yourself with the company’s mission and values. This understanding will not only help you answer questions more effectively but will also allow you to demonstrate how your background makes you a great fit for the company. I recommend conducting mock interviews with career counselors or mentors to build your confidence and refine your responses. Don’t forget to prepare some thoughtful questions to ask your interviewers, showing your genuine interest in the role and the company.
By adopting these strategies, you’ll be well-prepared to tackle your job search with confidence and precision. Good luck, and remember that we are here to support you every step of the way!
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Substitute Custodial Engineers for students age 16 and up
The School City of Hobart is opening up applications for substitute custodial engineers for students age 16 and up. Positions may be available at other school buildings if you do not have transportation and want to work closer to home.
To apply, please pick up an application in the Guidance Office.
Interviews will be held during Power Hour at HHS. We will collect applications and do a group interview as needed.
Thank you!
Mrs. Adams
FREE CNA COURSE
FREE CNA COURSE
VicTory at Home is looking for students to attend it’s FREE 7-week CNA Course starting 4/22/24 to 6/15/24. Classes and clinical will meet 1st Week Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm
Remaining weeks- to be decided.
Students responsiblities-
tb test, national background check and physical prior to the start of the course. $75.00 state exam fee due 2 weeks prior to the state exam. State exam date is to be determined after the competition of the course.
Information will not be given via phone or facebook or email. Must apply in person only on 4/17/24 to 4/19/24 from 9am to 2pm (Wednesday to Friday only) at 409 North Wisconsin Street, Hobart, IN 46342.
Class location- 409 North Wisconsin Street
Clinical location- To be decided
STATE FARM® INSURANCE AGENT Pam Ridings
Pam is currently seeking a part-time employee to work in her downtown Hobart location from Monday to Friday, 3 pm to 5 pm. If you possess dynamic people skills, have customer service experience, impeccable phone skills, and are comfortable with sales, then this job is perfect for you! If you're interested in a career in insurance and want to know more about it, then you should definitely consider applying for this position. Don't hesitate to contact Mrs. Torres for more information.Pam is looking for a part time employee to work in her downtown Hobart location Monday - Friday 3p-5p. If you have a dynamic people skills, customer service experience, phone skills, and comfortable with sales, then this is the job for you! If you want to know more about a career in insurance you won't want to pass up on this position. Contact Mrs. Torres for information.
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Next Level Jobs
Next Level Jobs provides Hoosiers with free state-wide training in high-paying, in-demand industries. Next Level Jobs also provides Indiana employers with reimbursements up to $50,000 to train their employees in these high-growth fields.
We Build NWI
We Build Northwest Indiana was created as a resource for individuals interested in career opportunities within the construction and maintenance industry. Some career opportunities may require a college degree while most require a comprehensive training and education program known as apprenticeship. Successful applicants generally possess three common attributes:
- They have a strong work ethic
- They are responsible
- They are dedicated to being the best
Indiana Plan
The Indiana Plan's mission is to address and correct the problem of low minority participation in the union-building trades. To do this, we offer comprehensive services for both the signatory contractors who work with us to find recruits and also for the minority and women workers we help train and find jobs in the union construction industry in Indiana.
MRS. VALENTINE TORRES, MBA
Career Liaison Coordinator | Business Department | Dual Credit Instructor | Hobart High School | Hobart University | Business Professionals of America | Communications Director TEDxHobartHighSchool
Ext. 8027
Email: vtorres@hobart.k12.in.us
Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valentinetorres/
Location: 2211 East 10th Street, Hobart, Indiana, USA
Phone: 219-942-8521
Twitter: @coachvtorres
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