Start your journey with Work-Based Learning! What's in this Issue:
This issue of the Career Compass is jam-packed with opportunities for TSD high school students and new graduates to explore career paths, build technical and essential skills, gain experience, and earn money too!
- Summer PAID Internships
- CareerWise Apprenticeships
- Internships available with Thompson School District
- Summer Employment in Parks, Recreation, and Aquatics
- inCompass Fast Track Internship Program for Seniors
- Larimer County Conservation Corps
- How to Apply for WBL Opportunities in the Xello Work-Based Learning Network
APPLY BY MARCH 31st! Summer PAID Internships in ]Manufacturing, Healthcare, Technology, Human Services, Arts & Design, Marketing, and More!
APPLICATION DEADLINE MARCH 31st!
Apply for a PAID summer internship supported by the NoCo Manufacturing Sector Partnership and the NoCo Health Sector Partnership, and coordinated by Larimer County Economic & Workforce Development.
Positions are available in a variety of occupations! Not just traditional roles in manufacturing or healthcare.
21 positions within manufacturing companies available in a wide variety of roles, including: 3D Printing Technician, Electro-Mechanical Assembly, Marketing Assistant, Screen Making Technician, Shipping/Receiving Inventory Assistant, CNC Machinist, Jewelry Shop Learner, and more!
5 positions with healthcare providers available in various clinical and non-clinical roles, including: Human Resources/Finance/Public Relations, Personal Care Provider Assistant, and Youth Peer Specialist in Mental Health Services
- Who can apply: Open to students age 16-18, graduating seniors may apply.
- Pay rate: $17/hour
- Hours/schedule: Interns complete approximately 250 hours during June-August.
- Locations: Internships available in Loveland, Fort Collins, Windsor, Greeley, Longmont, Frederick, and Westminster
- Credit: Students can earn elective credit, assigned retroactively.
How to Apply:
- Request the Opportunity in Xello
- Connect with your school's Work-Based Learning Coordinator for application details and resume/interview support
- Learn more and apply at www.larimer.org/ewd/summerinternships. Resume is required.
- Application deadline March 31, 2023.
CareerWise Colorado Apprenticeships - Earn While You Learn!
Priority Application Deadline is April 14th!
Set up your CareerWise profile now and be ready as positions are posted this spring!
- 2 and 3 year options starting summer 2023
- Attend school part-time, work at your apprenticeship part-time (work and earn more during breaks and summer)
- EARN up to $40,000 in wages
- EARN a nationally-recognized industry credential
- EARN free college credit or other related training
- EARN 1.5 elective credits per semester
More Information about Apprenticeships and CareerWise Colorado:
Future Educator Apprentice - Apply NOW in the Hiring Hub!
Get started in the Education Pathway as a Future Educator Apprentice where you'll work alongside a classroom teacher to provide instruction and develop positive relationships with students, lead small group activities, plan lessons and grade assignments, and learn about various career paths in education at the early childhood, elementary, and middle school levels.
Apprenticeship Details:
- Employer: Thompson School District
- Number of Positions: 4 - Open to TSD students only!
- Location: TSD Schools
- Starting wage: $15.00/hour
APPRENTICESHIP ELIGIBILITY
Are You Eligible?
- Current sophomores and juniors may apply
- Age 16 by June 2023
- Provide your own transportation to and from apprenticeship
- Class schedule can accommodate an apprenticeship and student is on track for on-time high school graduation
- Some apprenticeships may require immunizations, drug screen, background check or other pre-requisites
Production Technician Apprentice - Coming soon to the Hiring Hub!
Get started in the Manufacturing Pathway as a Manufacturing Technician Apprentice where you'll work in a vertically integrated pharmaceutical company to set up, test, adjust and run manufacturing machinery and equipment. You will inspect and test both equipment and finished products for flaws to ensure a quality product.
Apprenticeship Details:
- Employer: Tolmar Pharmaceuticals
- Number of Positions: TBD
- Location: Centre Ave location, Fort Collins
- Starting wage: at least $16.25/hour
Maintenance Technician Apprentice - Apply NOW in the Hiring Hub!
Get started in the Semiconductor Manufacturing Industry as a Maintenance Technincian where you'll repair and assemble manufacturing equipment used to produce semiconductors, troubleshoot equipment problems, and perform preventive maintenance on state-of-the-art technology.
Apprenticeship Details:
- Employer: Broadcom
- Number of Positions: 3
- Location: Fort Collins off Harmony Rd
- Starting wage: TBD
HOW TO APPLY
Application Instructions:
- Request the Opportunity in Xello
- Connect with your school's WBL Coordinator for eligibility check, application information, and resume/interview support
- Create a Student Profile in the CareerWise Hiring Hub (resume optional, but recommended).
- Once your profile is approved by your WBL Coordinator, Apply for positions in the Hiring Hub! Priority Application Deadline is April 14th. Apply early for best opportunity.
Human Resources Apprentice - Apply NOW in the Hiring Hub!
Get started in the Business Management & Administration Pathway as a Human Resources Assistant where you'll work in a thriving manufacturing company to recruit, hire, and onboard employees, assist with performance management and personnel-related record keeping, and process payroll and employee benefits.
Apprenticeship Details:
- Employer: Bobo's Oat Bars
- Number of Positions: 1 position
- Location: Loveland, near Medical Center of the Rockies
- Starting wage: $16.50/hour
inCompass Fast Track - Summer Internship & Employment Program for High School Seniors
Multiple positions available. Apply today! Space is limited.
- Eligibility: High school seniors on track to graduate, age 16-21 years old, U.S. Citizen and Larimer County resident who meet both low income and challenge to employment requirements outlined in the application
- Pay rate: $17/hour
- Hours/schedule: Interns complete approximately 250 hours during June-August.
- Location: Internships available in various locations in Larimer County
Application process:
- Request the Opportunity in Xello
- Connect with your school's Work-Based Learning Coordinator for application details and resume/interview support
- Learn more and apply at larimer.org/ewd/fasttrack
- Spring Semester Application Deadline: April 21, 2023
Grounds Maintenance Summer Internship with TSD Facilities
Keep our athletic facilities in top shape with a PAID summer internship with TSD Facility Services. The intern will get to perform mowing operations, trimming, turf maintenance, irrigation maintenance and repair, and assist with building and installing fences and signage. This internship is a great option for student athletes with flexible scheduling to allow for practice schedules.
- Who can apply: Open to current sophomores and juniors. Must be age 16 by start of internship, end of May 2023. 10+ positions available.
- Pay rate: $16.00/hour
- Hours/schedule: Work up to 40 hours/week, May 31st to August 5th. Flexible scheduling.
- Location: School sites throughout TSD.
- Credit: Students can earn elective credit, assigned retroactively.
Application Process:
- Request the Opportunity in Xello
- Connect with your school's Work-Based Learning Coordinator with any questions and resume/interview support
- Use application link in Xello posting to apply. Resume required.
- Application deadline is May 5th, 2023
IT Support Technician Internship with TSD Innovative Technology Services
- School year internships - Course 5092 - IT Support Tech Internship. You'll gain experience supporting staff and students in your home high school through hardware and software tech support. Available at all high schools and open to grades 9-12.
- Summer internships - A limited number of paid summer internships are available to process and ready all of the student devices for the new school year.
- CareerWise Apprenticeship: Look for the IT Support Technician Apprenticeship this fall for a January 2024 start date. Starting wage $15.00/hour, multiple certifications earned.
- Request the Opportunity in Xello
- Connect with your school's Work-Based Learning Coordinator with any questions and resume/interview support
- Use application link in Xello posting to apply. No resume required.
- Application deadline is May 5th, 2023
Parks & Recreation and Aquatics - Summer Employment and Year-Round Employment in Aquatics, Recreation, and Parks
Who's Hiring?
- City of Loveland Parks & Recreation - Chilson Recreation Center, Winona Outdoor Pool, Lake Loveland Swim Beach, Mariana Butte Golf Course
- Town of Berthoud Recreation - Berthoud Recreation Center at Waggener Farm Park
What's available to youth? (positions vary by employer)
- AQUATICS: Lifeguards, Swim Instructor, Swim Aide, Slide Attendant, Concessions, etc.
- ATHLETICS: CARA Program Coaches, Recreation Attendants, Gymnastics Instructor
- GOLF: Pro-Shop Worker, Cart Range Worker
- DAY CAMPS & CHILDCARE: Day Camp Aides & Leaders, Rec Center Child Watch Attendant
- Summer and year-round part-time positions
- Opportunities for ages 14 and up!
- Certification classes are available and reimbursable! Both municipalities offer certification courses for lifeguarding, CPR/First Aid and will waive or reimburse employees for those costs.
How to apply:
- APPLY in XELLO - you'll see all the details and find out which jobs are for youth ages 14, 15, 16+, and 18+
- City of Loveland additional information
- Town of Berthoud additional information
Larimer County Conservation Corps
The Larimer County Conservation Corps is hiring for various positions on 2 crews for summer 2023. This is an awesome opportunity for young adults, between the ages of 18-25 years of age, to gain conservation experience, earn money, and potentially qualify for academic credit. Crew Members perform various conservation projects in Rocky Mountain National Park and Larimer County Natural Resources Lands. Corpsmembers are engaged in a combination of hands-on projects and service-learning activities focused on environmental awareness, community engagement and personal and professional skill development.
LCCC is hiring for the following crews:
- Forestry Crew for Big Thompson, Button Rock, and Red Feather Lakes: Become S-212 certified for safe and effective chainsaw use. Complete tree removal, fire mitigation and restoration projects on public lands throughout Larimer County.
- Trail Crew for Rocky Mountain National Park and US Forest Service locations in Larimer County: Perform trail construction/repair and maintenance projects. Camp for the duration of the summer, including backcountry (crews are expected to camp Monday – Thursday).
Positions available:
- Crew Leader
- Assistant Crew Leader
- Corpsmember
Timeframe, schedule, and pay varies by crew and by position. Most positions start in May or June and end in August or September. Positions may qualify for academic or internship credit and/or an AmeriCorps Education Award (financial award).
Application Instructions:
- Request the Opportunity in Xello
- Connect with your school's Work-Based Learning Coordinator for application details and support.
- Learn more and apply at https://www.larimer.gov/ewd/young-adults/lccc/join-us
- Applications preferred by March 31, 2023.
HOW TO APPLY FOR WBL OPPORTUNITIES in XELLO
Click HERE to learn how to find and request opportunities in XELLO.
Nutrition Services Job Shadow - Request it in XELLO!
Green Industry Career Fair - Request it in XELLO!
Questions? Need help applying?
Application and resume support is available! Your school's Work-Based Learning (WBL) Coordinator and CareerWise staff are available to help you apply and prepare a resume. Resources including resume guides and templates can also be found here.
Here is your school's WBL Coordinator:
- BHS: Amber Wharton - room 66
- FHS/TCC: Suzanne Ellis - counseling office
- LHS: Richy Lynn - room D17
- MVHS: Erik Kaufhold - room E129
- TVHS: Ryan Stillahn - room E20
For CareerWise application support - CareerWise Representative: Erika Germer erika.germer@careerwisecolorado.org
General information: Please contact Susan Scott, Business Community Coordinator.
Email: susan.scott@tsd.org
Website: www.thompsonschools.org/WBL
Location: 800 S. Taft Ave, Loveland, CO
Phone: 970-541-1232
Facebook: facebook.com/TSDCTE
Twitter: @ThompsonSchools