Workforce & Career Readiness 💼

Going to your first interview can feel exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. The good news is that interviews are a skill you get better with practice. With the right preparation and mindset, you can walk in feeling confident and ready. 1. Prepare Before the Interview Preparation helps calm your nerves and shows the interviewer you are serious about the opportunity. Research the company and what they do Read the job description carefully Practice answering common inte

Balancing school, work, and personal time isn’t easy—especially for student workers juggling classes, shifts, and responsibilities. Without a plan, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Learning time management early helps students stay organized, reduce stress, and build habits that last. What Student Workers Should Do Plan the week ahead:  Write down work shifts, school deadlines, and personal commitments in one place. Prioritize tasks:  Focus on what’s due soon or most important

For many students, getting your first job  can feel like a mystery. Where do you start? Who’s hiring teens? How do you gain experience...

Success isn’t one-size-fits-all. Each of us has a unique path, strengths, and definition of achievement . Some thrive in traditional...