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» Where are the jobs without a high school diploma?

» Where are the jobs with a high school diploma...

» How do I choose the right job?

» What is cooperative education?

» What resources are available to assist me with my search?

» What is Job Connect?

» What is the Youth Internship Program?

 

 

Where are the jobs without a high school diploma?

The largest distribution of workers without their diplomas work in Sales and Service. Jobs such as, Supermarket Clerk, Telephone Solicitor, and Window Cleaners are just a few of the many jobs in this area. Other sectors include:

Trades
Transport & Equipment Operation
Business
Finance & Administration

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Where are the jobs with a high school diploma...

Where are the jobs with a high school diploma but no post-secondary training?

The largest distribution of workers with a high school diploma only work in Business, Finance & Administration. Types of jobs include: Court Clerks, Receptionist, Telephone Operators. Other sectors include: Sales & Service and Trades, Transport & Equipment Operation.

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How do I choose the right job?

When determining what to do, consider your goals, your skills and interests, your education and when you are available to work. Make sure you get information on the labour market and future opportunities for growth.

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What is cooperative education?

Cooperative education is a planned learning experience, for which credits are earned, that integrates classroom theory and learning eperiences at the workplace. This is an excellent way to gain work experience and make connections out in the community.

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What resources are available to assist me with my search?

Within Hamilton Wentworth there are career Resource Centres at every secondary school. See list of Career Resource Centres and contact numbers below:

For more information or assistance contact your local Career Resource Centre:

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What is Job Connect?

Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, Job Connect provides young people, who are out of work, with the opportunity to gain skills and knowledge needed to find and keep a job. To find out more about Job Connect contact your local Career Resource Centre.

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What is the Youth Internship Program?

Funded by the Government of Canada, this initiative encourages employment for youth under the age of 30 who have recently completed their field of study but have limited work experience. For more information contact the Youth Internship program at (519) 751-6577.

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