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New!  FAA JOBS
Must be between 18-31 years old with a high school diploma. The Federal Aviation Association is taking applications for air traffic controller school. FAA jobs could reach a salary of over $100,000 with benefits in about 3 years! You need only a high school diploma to apply and credit is given for college on the exam. For more information… Search for opportunities and apply now!. There will be a lot of retirements coming up rather quickly and they need to line up training to accommodate these openings. This is a great opportunity and it should be noted that choosing a site like Anchorage or Indianapolis to train is a likely acceptance into the training program - after which you can transfer anywhere in the country that has a tower.
 
Seneca Creek State Park Jobs (Park application)
Maintenance Worker Job
Naturalist Job
Boat Center Job
Boat Center Manager Job
Ranger Job
 
Premier Aquatics
Premier Aquatics, a pool management company based in Northern Virginia, is recruiting lifeguards for the 2011 summer season. Premier Aquatics manages swimming pools all over the DC Metro area. You must be 15 or older. You do not need to be a certified lifeguard to apply, but you will have to complete your certification courses prior to the pool opening on May 28, 20111. Apply online at www.premier411.com.
 
Montgomery County High School Fire Science Program can take students down one or both pathways: Firefighting or Emergency Medical Services. Juniors who are 16 or seniors with a 2.5 GPA and health and fitness requirements can be eligible. For more info, go to www.mcfrs.org/psta/fire-science.
 
American Line Builders Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee is accepting applications for their Apprenticeship Training Program. Opportunities are available to receive training in the following fields: outside lineman, substation technician, cable splicer technician, traffic signal technician, underground residential distribution technician, and transmission technician. For more info, call IBEW Local Union 70 at 301-516-7730 or go to www.albat.org.
 
The City of Gaithersburg is currently hiring lifeguards, swim instructors, poolattendants and cashiers to work both the summer and winter seasons. Registration forms are available in the College Career Center.
 
PART TIME HS CLERKS NEEDED
Looking for detail oriented clerks to work weekday mornings from 9am to 1pm at a law firm. Exciting job for those interested in pursuing a career in the legal field. General duties include reception work and possibly preparing court pleadings. Spanish bilingual a plus! We are located right on 355 by Frederick and Summit Avenue. Please respond back through email only!
 
Stephen F. Allen, Esquire
301 S. Frederick Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
inquire at: sindymflores@gmail.com
 
PART TIME WEEKEND HELP WANTED! EARN $100-$150 PER DAY!
REDLINE Event Photography has an immediate need for Photo Sorter/Salespersons/Assistants for weekend work at local events and sessions. Bookings are primarily Equestrian Events and Portraiture, but may also include other types of Events.
 
Candidates should have transportation, be reliable, detail oriented, have good eyesight (corrected vision is OK), basic computer and organization skills, good communication skills, be able work weekends and work well with others and the public. Photography background or retail experience a plus but is not required. Sorter/Sales Duties include: Downloading images to a computer network, sorting images, assisting customers with onsite photo sales, and/or assisting photographer. All necessary training will be provided. Second Shooters Duties include photographing customers at events, and may include assisting with sorter/sales duties as needed.Please contact us via the contact page on our website: www.RedlineEventPhoto.com
 
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service anticipate hiring career firefighters in the near future. Salary Range for a Firefighter/Rescuer I ($40,797-$66,045).
 
Qualifications: 17 ½ years old to apply
High School Diploma or GED
Resident of the United States
 
Benefits include: Fire and Rescue has a very flexible work schedule, which allows employees time off to accomplish many things. If you are interested in going to college, then this job and schedule is right for you. This opportunity will allow your students to make a great salary while still attending college. There are also many opportunities within fire and rescue to advance your pay through certifications and promotions. We also pay additional money to bilingual speakers.
 
Timing is critical to apply for the job. To be notified of when a position is available, please go to www.mcfrs.org and click on Recruitment. Sign up for the employment opportunities newsletter. We occasionally send updates about future announcements, but it is primarily utilized to notify potential applicants exactly when the application period is opening and closing. Apply at www.mcfrs.org when the job opens.
 
To see if you might be interested in this career, students above the age of 16 may request to participate on a ride along with Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service. Contact: Captain Thomas Foster at 240-773-8923 or Thomas.Foster@montgomerycountymd.gov.
 
VICCS Job Opportunity
OPENING: 2-3 Students
TIME: Full Time / Part Time-Summer and Fall
AVAILABILITY: Immediate
PAY:Based on experience
PERSONALITY:Must be interactive, mature, team play candidate with good communication skills.
JOB DESCRIPTION:VICCS is a computer-consulting firm. We are looking for a candidate preferably with experience in MS Office products, e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as other mainstream software, who can type 45+ WPM. The candidate will be performing various office duties to incorporate technologies in Marketing, Accounting, Sales, and Contracts Departments. Excellent computer skills with expertise in Microsoft programs. Should be able to use software applications such as word, excel and graphics packages to create marketing materials, forms and reports.
 
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Sri at 240-582-1802 Please e-mail resumes of available candidates to sri.r@viccs.com or fax to 301-984-1360.
 
Home Depot is looking for people to fill entry level positions. Students should be available evenings, weekends and all summer. The first step is to apply on line at homedepot.com. For more information, call Andre or Karma at 301-330-4900 x007.
 
Spanish-speaking Office Position
I am in search of a part time student to fill an office position-must be fluent in Spanish language. Job responsibilities include:
  • clerical
  • interpretation
  • computer skills required
Hours: temporary to permanent-flexible. Please call Alana at 301-519-9200 x1018
 
Internet Resources for Career Information
 
Women in the Workforce
More women are entering non-traditional occupations (defined by the US Dept. of Labor as less than 25% women) in search of higher wages and benefits, better promotion opportunities, and more challenging careers. Today, 5.5% of all working women are employed in non-traditional careers and this percentage is expected to rise, especially in the business and science fields as ell as the trades. Visit www.collegeandcareerpress.com for a long list of women’s organizations.
 
Thinking about going to a career college or a technical school?
This U.S. Department of Education web site, www.ed.gov/students/prep/college/consumerinfo/index.html, gives you some questions you'll want to ask before enrolling in a career college or technical school. With so many schools to choose from, it's important that you know the kinds of questions to ask before enrolling. One key issue is whether the school is accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or licensed by the state in which it is located.
 
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue
Volunteers: Help protect your community, build comradeship among a diverse group and volunteer proudly. You must be 16 years old to become a Junior Member and 18 years old to become full Member. You must pass a physical exam, a criminal history, reference, and driving history checks. Apply at www.mcfrs.org/recruiting or call 240-777-2238.
Career Firefighter/Rescuer: You must be 17½ years old at the time of application, be a U.S. citizen or resident alien, possess a high school diploma or a GED, and have a valid driver’s license. Go to www.mcfrs.org and click on "Employment" to fill out the on-line job application or to learn more. You must pass a written exam, a Candidate Physical Ability Test, participate in an oral interview, pass a background investigation, and a medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening.
 
AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC)
AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) is a team-based residential program for young people aged 18-24. During the course of their ten-month commitment, the Corps Members develop and enhance themselves personally and professionally through hands-on, grassroots, national service. This is an opportunity for participants to build their resume and earn nearly $5,000 for future schooling. For more information go to www.americorps.org/nccc.
 
Military Opportunities
The Air National Guard is looking for people who are interested in learning more about their training program and educational opportunities. By working one weekend a month you can earn up to $830.00, be eligible for free tuition and, receive free job training in over 100 different areas. Contact assistant@insightbb.com. Opportunities are available to become a Warrant Officer in the U.S. Army. You can become a technical expert in one of 58 specialties such as Criminal Investigation, Military Intelligence, Special Forces, and Maintenance Management, among others. Aviator is open to all enlisted ranks and MOSs. Call 1-800-223-3735 ext. 6-0328 or go to GoArmy.com or usarec.army.mil.
 
Helmets to Hard Hats
For high school seniors who intend to enter the military service after graduation, the construction industry offers a program of direct entry into the apprenticeship system, after discharge from the military, called Helmets to Hard Hats. There are distinct educational advantages for being involved in this program, including the GI Bill and credit for time served while in the military that will be applied towards credit in the Apprenticeship Program. For more information please contact the Organization of Washington Area Mechanical Contractors, Plumbers Local 5 & Steamfitters Local 602, at 301-731-0330. Their offices are located at 4601 Presidents Drive, Suite 120, Lanham, MD 20706.
 
"Year Up Program"
Low-Moderate Income, Legal, Minority High School Graduates receive Free Training, Paid Internships, and College Credits in this very special program.
 
A growing number of low and moderate-income, minority youth leave high school lacking either the credentials and/or the skills to advance toward a college degree. Many will enter college only to become discouraged and drop out. To help address these challenges, Year Up was founded in October 2000 as a one-year intensive education and apprenticeship program for urban young adults. Year Up offers job training and apprenticeships in Information Technology and Investment Operations. Participants learn valuable skills, get job experience, earn college credits and get paid while they are learning! The program is full time, 5 days a week, for one year.
 
During the first six months, students focus on technical and professional skill development with an emphasis on communication, teamwork, problem solving, and leadership. During the second six months, students apply their skills in apprenticeships with leading local companies. A stipend ranging from $150 - $280 per week will be paid throughout the one-year program.
 
Applicants must be:
  • 18-24 years of age,
  • have a high school diploma or GED certificate by the start of the program,
  • be a resident of Washington, DC, Fairfax, Montgomery, or Prince Georges County,
  • be in a low to low-moderate income bracket,
  • be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have an employment authorization card, and
  • demonstrate ambition, commitment, and interest in technology or finance/investments.
Detailed information about this program as well as an application form is available at www.yearup.org.
 
Air National Guard
The Air National Guard is looking for people who are interested in learning more about their training program and educational opportunities. By working one weekend a month you can earn up to $830.00, be eligible for free tuition, and receive free job training in over 100 different skill areas. Contact Dale Losher, the Air Guard Recruiting Assistant at 309-370-2016 or recruiting assistant@insightbb.com.
 
Part-Time HS Clerk Needed
Self motivated, detail oriented, able to work at fast pace, team player needed for a small law firm. Duties include general clerical, receptionist, and/or possible translation work. Great opportunity to learn new skills. Prefer Spanish bilingual senior. Half day schedule a plus! Location: 301 S. Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, (301) 987-2002.
 
FAA Hiring Notice
Attention students aged 18-31 with a high school diploma: The Federal Aviation Association is taking applications for air traffic controller school. With some effort you could reach a salary of over $100,000 with benefits in about 3 years! You need only a high school diploma to apply and credit is given for college on the application. For details and to apply to go www.faa.gov/jobs/job_opportunities/airtraffic_controllers. Don't delay -- apply now! Many opportunities will be opening up soon. Select a remote city to increases your chances of acceptance.
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