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Before making this choice, you should consider several factors: 1) your interests and passions 2) your skills and strengths and 3) your career goals and aspirations. Take the time to reflect and remember that it's okay to seek advice from family, ...
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Last Updated: 09/16/2024
in Career Planning
Some people dream about the perfect job while some people dream about being their own boss. If you’re considering starting your own business, here are some tips: Write a business plan: Even if it’s simple, it’s really important to think syste...
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Last Updated: 09/18/2024
in Job Search Resume
If you would like to add bullet points to your resume to capture the skills you’ve gained as a Rivet School Fellow, here are some suggestions: Demonstrated mastery of over # college-level project based courses Utilized shared spreadsheets to...
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Last Updated: 09/16/2024
in Career Navigation
altPath is a free online platform that helps young adults explore careers and compare the education and training pathways that exist after high school (including Rivet School). Here is a sneak peek of one of their "industry route" maps that show...
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Are you looking for summer job opportunities that align with your experience and interest in education? We recommend checking out organizations that offer summer enrichment programs or expanded learning. Here are some examples: Aim High (Bay A...
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Last Updated: 09/03/2024
in Social Capital
Are you interested in learning more about the tech industry from someone with tech industry experience? ADPList is an online community of 16,000+ mentors across the globe who are available for free 1:1 mentorship. You can search for mentors with...
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If your prior experience and current job isn’t aligned to your career goals, there are many ways to supplement your degree and bridge the gap between where you’re at in your career and where you want to be. Here are some suggestions: Network wi...
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Last Updated: 09/09/2024
in Job Search
This job opportunities tracker is a tab in the Rivet School Community Resource List that is updated weekly with any jobs that are shared with Rivet School team members. If you would like additional support with your job search, fill out this Ca...
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Last Updated: 08/28/2024
in Technical Training
Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) offers free skills training in healthcare, skilled trades, and technology for Bay Area residents . You can visit their website to see which trainings they are currently accepting applications for. ...
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Last Updated: 09/17/2024
in On The Job Success
Are you unsure if your employer can help you pay for college? Don’t assume that there’s no tuition support or reimbursement policy. Don’t listen to a hunch from your co-workers as the policies may have changed. Take it upon yourself to find out th...