Introduction

• Mr. Rico, LACER College & Career Instructor
• UC Riverside Class of 2020
• Major: Environmental Science
• cp-max.rico@lausd.net
• Fun fact: I’m also applying to a summer job right now!

Types of Opportunities

• Jobs
• Internships
• Paid or unpaid
• College Prep
• Ongoing or one-time
• Community Service
• Structured or on your schedule

Considerations

• How much time do you have to dedicate?
• Are you traveling this summer?
• Do you have summer school?
• Does the opportunity involve extra commitments before or after summer?
• Training
• Ongoing college prep support
• When are deadlines?

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Jobs & Internships

• Marshall Scholarship & Program Sheet
• Hire LA Youth
• Check local businesses for hiring signs
• Ask around
• Mention that you’re looking for work
• Get a work permit from the main office

College-Prep Programs

• Available for all grades
• Some provide support beyond the summer
• Some even for multiple years
• Find some in the Marshall Scholarship & Program Sheet
• You also have the option of taking classes at a community college during the summer!

Community Service

• Want to help a local non-profit? Ask them about any opportunities available
• Join a community service organization on or off campus
• Key Club International
• Youngsters Against Cancer
• Habitat for Humanity
• Cat Rescue Club
• Youth Silver Lake Neighborhood Council

Tips & Advice

• Level 1
• Create a résumé
• Get involved on campus
1. Join clubs
2. Go for leadership positions
• Do well in your classes
• Some opportunities will want to know your GPA
• Research the opportunity
• Level 2
• Create a Linkedin
• Practice for Interviews

Résumés & Linkedin

• Other presentation

Thank You!

• College Center Hours:
• M 8-4
• T 8-4:30
• W 8-4
• Th 8-5:30
• F 8-4
• Schedule an appointment

Our Linktree:

linktr.ee/mhscollegecenter

@marshall_collegecenter

Ms. Bryan

College Counselor

tbrya3@lausd.net

Mr. Rico

College Advisor

cp-max.rico@lausd.net

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