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  1. RivetWorks 🤝

    RivetWorks is Rivet School’s very own remote externship program. Rivet School fellows are matched with a real business to complete an 8 week paid consulting project. The program is designed for fellows who aren't able to participate in traditional...
  2. Braven 🤝

    Rivet School is currently partnering with Braven , a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering first generation and underrepresented students to gain the skills, confidence, and network necessary to transition from college to meaningful care...
  3. Google Docs Resume Templates

    CLICK HERE  TO MAKE A COPY OF THE RIVET SCHOOL RESUME TEMPLATE. Google Docs has five resume templates that you can use for free . They are ATS-friendly so we recommend using them if you are applying for a job at a large company. Here ar...
  4. Career Competencies Overview

    Earning a college degree can unlock economic opportunities, such as higher salaries and improved benefits, but it takes more than just having a degree. The Rivet School Career Team believes that you can unlock these opportunities if you dedicate t...
  5. General Requirements to Become a Teacher by State

    Below we've outlined the steps to become a teacher in the states where Rivet School currently has school partnerships: California, Illinois, and Louisiana. It's helpful to know that the first step for all of them is to earn your bachelor's degree ...
  6. Subject Matter Requirement/CSET

    The Subject Matter Requirement (SMR) is required by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) for anyone seeking a teaching credential in California. By meeting the SMR, you demonstrate proficiency in the subject matter area of their intende...
  7. Provisional Internship Permits and Short-Term Staff Permits

    If you have not met the Subject Matter Requirement by the time of hire, your school employer can choose to put you on a temporary permit such as a Provisional Internship Permit (PIP) or  Short-Term Staff Permit (STSP). Rivet School graduates ...
  8. Interviewing Worksheet

    In this article, you’ll find various self-guided resources and activities you can use to prepare for interviews.  Free Self-Guided Interview Resources Job Interview Skills Training Course (1.5 hour video) Short 'Career Tips' Video Library...
  9. Certificate of Clearance

    The Certificate of Clearance (COC) is a document issued by the CTC to an individual who has completed the required fingerprint and background check process. The COC provides no authorization, only verification that you have completed a professiona...
  10. Credential Program Matrix

    In order to become a teacher in California, you must complete a teaching credential program after you earn your BA. Our credential program matrix is a spreadsheet that highlights important dates and cost before financial support for our curren...