Are you 16 to 21 years old?
Need a part time job while you're in school? Need a GED?
Out of school? Short on money?
Call McHenry County Workforce Network at 815-206-5201 today to find out if you are eligible for a paid internship or money for short-term advanced career training.
Winter Break - 2009 - Career Exploration
McHenry County Workforce Network’s Youth Program spent two days over their Winter Break participating in activities focusing on teamwork, work attitudes, identifying work personalities, employer expectations, communication and descriptive word choice, group interviews, and cooperation.
We had guest speakers come to the Youth Center to discuss working in the manufacturing and healthcare industry as well as the importance of first impressions, interviewing and good work habits. It was exciting to see the support and friendships strengthened between our participants!
Working on Career Portfolios
Learning about Group Interviews
Working on projects at the Woodstock Youth Center
Developing a collage of appropriate Work Appearance
Workforce Rocks!!!!
Here's how you can get involved ...
McHenry County Workforce Network's Workforce Prep Program serves youth from economically disadvantaged families. The year-round program is designed to help young adults aged 16-21 build skills needed to secure jobs and succeed in the workforce. Through instruction, practical experience and guidance, young workers explore career interests, learn job search strategies, and develop work readiness skills. Communication and teamwork are an integral part of the learning experience.
During the summer, half of the Workforce Prep Program participants engage in hands-on learning through a paid work experience at a non-profit organization. Counselors make every effort to match each youth with a site that fits his/her interests or needs.
Our Workforce Prep Program offers:
Paid work experience
Job search, career planning classes
Basic skill enhancement
Year round program activities
For more information and eligibility requirements:
Workforce Prep Program
Paid Internships - Youth Info
Mentoring Opportunities - Employer Info