When:
February 2, 2016
Time:
9AM - 2PM
Where:
You get to choose the role that is right for you - there are almost 300 roles to shadow for the day!
Deadline:
Why:
Need to Knows:
The sign-up process has 3 (easy) steps:
Sign me up for #GSD16
February 2, 2016
Time:
9AM - 2PM
Where:
You get to choose the role that is right for you - there are almost 300 roles to shadow for the day!
Deadline:
- Sign-up's must be received by December 18, 2015 @ 5PM
- Job shadow selections must be received by December 20, 2015 @ 5PM
- No exceptions will be made so mentor partners will have ample planning time to create a great experience for participants.
Why:
- Get an overview of the company’s industry, the day-to-day operations of specific departments, positions available, and requirements for successful employment (i.e., level of education, career pathways);
- Interact with a variety of professionals with different levels of responsibility, education, and experience;
- Engage in a hands-on activity or demonstration that reflects the skills required in that sector, if possible; and
- Preview current or recent projects so you understand some of the potential work demands required.
Need to Knows:
- It is your responsibility to make arrangements to/from your job shadow location.
- It is your responsibility to make arrangements with your school to have your absence excused. The Career Readiness team is happy to provide any details your guidance or administrative office required. (Tip: many schools will treat a job shadow experience similar to a college visit.)
The sign-up process has 3 (easy) steps:
- Print the signature packet here and have your parent/guardian complete it. Scan page 4 of the signature packet, the rest is a reminder for you to keep. You don't have a scanner, you say? Here are some ideas: scan the document with a smartphone (GeniusScan is a great free app - iOs or Android), take a photo, use the scanner in your school library or ask the school office staff to scan it for you. Once page 4 is scanned and you can read it clearly (very important), you are ready to move onto step two.
- Complete the online sign-up form, which will require the upload of your signature packet.
- Beginning December 1, 2015; students who have submitted the online sign-up and a legible signature packet will receive an access code from our Career Exploration team via email within 24-hours that will allow you to view the Job Shadow Selection Board and choose your Groundhog Shadow Day location.
Sign me up for #GSD16