Youth Employment

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HOT SITE
YoungBiz Careerz, How to Start a Biz, MoneySmartz are just some of the intriguing categories that are covered on this site designed for teen workers. Source: YoungBiz.com

PRACTICAL TOOLS FOR EMPLOYMENT
Across America for Students A student gateway to the federal government. On-line information and transactional services available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Through this site you can apply for federal student financial aid, e-file your taxes, request a change of address, find a job, consolidate student loans, or register for selective service. Source: U.S. Government

SUMMER JOBS AND OTHER TEEN PROGRAMS
America's Job Bank Are you looking for your DREAM JOB? Visit this site. Source: America's Job Bank

AmeriCorps Find out how you can make a difference by serving with AmeriCorps*, NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps) and about jobs, fellowships and internship opportunities. Interested in how AmeriCorps has made a difference in your state? Want to know about the history of AmeriCorps and it's organizational structure? This is the place to visit! Source: Americorps

Business of Babysitting This creation of the University of Illinois Extension starts students thinking of babysitting as a business, and maybe the first step in their career path. Parents will like this site because it has materials you can give to babysitters of all ages, especially younger babysitters who are just starting out. Source: University of Illinois

National Youth Employment Coalition NYEC is a non-partisan national organization dedicated to promoting policies and initiatives that help youth succeed in becoming lifelong learners, productive workers and self-sufficient citizens. Source: NYEC

Naval Sea Cadet Corps Naval youth education program for young men and women ages 11-17 years old. Learn new skills and gain confidence while having fun aboard Navy and Coast Guard ships and air stations. Source: U.S. Navy

O*Net The Occupational Information Network is a database of comprehensive information on job requirements and worker competencies. O*NET is intended to replace the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, offering a more dynamic framework for exploring the world of work. Source: ONET

Studentjobs.gov Studentjobs.gov is a joint project between the United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education’s Student Financial Assistance office. This Web site is designed to be your one stop for information you need to find the job you want in the Federal Government. Whether you’re in high school, college, or graduate school, you could be eligible for a variety of special opportunities for students in the Federal government. Source: USDOE / USOPM

Working Teens If you work, you need to know about minimum wage, workers' safety for teens, and child labor, so check out this site. Source: U.S. Department of Labor.

Youth Employment Information This Canadian site, in French and English, contains excellent information on jobs and being prepared to get a job. Getting Started, Know your Interest and Skills, What Employers are Looking For are some of the sections. Source: Canadian Government

HEALTH & SAFETY ISSUES FOR YOUNG WORKERS
Youngworkers.org

Young Worker Safety & Health

Teen Workers

Youth Rules

Farm Safety for Kids

FREE Health and Safety Resources

CDC

UCLA-LOSH

Occupational Safety & Health Administration

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Last Update Monday, October 10, 2005