UVA Hospital Junior Volunteer Program for Summer 2023

Applications are now open for a lottery for a chance to apply (yes, this is the process!). Students ages 14-18 may apply here by February 15.

To hear more information about the program, attend the Medical Careers Fun Friday meeting on January 13 in Mr. Lawson’s room, B103.

Sentara-Martha Jefferson Volunteer Program for Summer 2023

Applications are not yet available but are coming “in January 2023” at this link. Students ages 15-18 will be eligible.

Spotlight on PVCC Programs

PVCC Program Spotlight on Practical Nursing

Tuesday, February 7, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Speaker: Brittany Pokrifka, Instructor of Practical Nursing

Pursue a career in practical nursing! Provide life-changing, direct patient care, while working with registered nurses and physicians in structured settings. Sign up now to explore how the Practical Nursing program at PVCC can prepare you for a career in this field. Explore program curriculum, the admissions process and opportunities in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, home healthcare facilities, hospice work and nursing homes.

Register here: https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlc-ygrDkvE9Y0hPWRZaMybPUtfnMQyek1

PVCC Program Spotlight on The Role of a Pharmacy Technician

Tuesday, February 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Speaker: Krystal Green, Associate Professor/Program Director of Pharmacy Technician

Are you interested in becoming a Pharmacy Technician? Attend this PVCC Program Spotlight and gain insight into what it takes to be successful in the pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician program prepares students for the national certification exam through lectures, labs and clinical rotation. Through the basic and advanced track of the program, students learn about the operation of retail and hospital pharmacies. This profession can offer flexible scheduling, a good work-life balance, and an introduction into other medical professions, with further education. 

Register here: https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvdeygqjgsGd2FcDD_GumpIUB4flezuOlT

PVCC Program Spotlight on Radiography and Advanced Medical Imaging

Tuesday, February 28, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Speakers: Stephanie G. Gentry-Reynolds, Program Director and Katelyn Eikenhorst, Clinical Coordinator, and Instructor

The career outlook for radiography and advanced medical imaging professionals remains on the rise. In this program spotlight you will gain an understanding of the required education and training for jobs in these fields, as well as insight on career opportunities in the region.

Register here: https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvd-2hqzstHtdQ80dbWkDS9ARRfEBbt749

JOBS AND OPPORTUNITIES FAIR

FRIDAYS IN APRIL

April 15 - Part time and Summer Jobs

WAHS Outside Warrior Period - Register in Adaptive Scheduler

+ 2nd block (attend during lunch or study hall)

April 22 - Jobs/Internship Opportunities

Zoom from home 2-4pm Registration here

April 29 - Jobs for Graduating Seniors/

Jobs that pay for your education/Training

WAHS Outside Warrior Period - Register in Adaptive Scheduler

+ 2nd block (attend during lunch or study hall)

Link to Jobs Listings

A collaboration of ACPS and Virginia Career Works

Contact Caroline Bertrand, career specialist, cbertrand@k12albemarle.org with questions.

The ELIP event is on a Saturday, from 8am-11pm. If you don't have work boots, wear the strongest shoes you have that you think would be appropriate for the construction industry. If you like you can run it by Mr. Carwile when you register. Don't let the lack of boots stop you from attending. Mr. Carwile told us that students interested in engineering or architecture may be eligible for summer employment while in college, just take advantage of the opportunity to see if you might like the job by trying it out on December 11.

The information will cover:

• PVCC programs (with participation from science programs, medical programs, manufacturing, business, culinary…)

• Transferring (with participation from UVA, JMU, ODU, MBU)

• Career Services

• Financial Aid

• Support Services

For more information, click here or email outreach@pvcc.edu.

Details linked here: https://www.pvcc.edu/node/914437

PVCC Industrial Electronics will present its two year program for people who love hands-on engineering. November 6 at 9am. Click here to register. Find out what to learn in the program that prepares you so well that many students have a job before they graduate.

Description of the program:

The Industrial Electronics Technology program at Piedmont Virginia Community College is designed for students interested in Advanced Manufacturing, Electronics and related fields. Participants gain hands-on troubleshooting skills and application of knowledge in the convergence of computer science, engineering, technology and electronics. Classes not only guide students through a pathway of learning, but they are embedded with hands-on projects that build skills and curiosity. Students learn a variety of safe practices and tool use including CNC milling machines, 3D printers, laser cutters, welding, CAD design, soldering, microcontrollers, PLC programming and more! Graduates are prepared for an expanding job market which includes careers as maintenance technicians, skilled machinists, mechatronics technicians, circuit board assemblers and many others.

Agenda:

• What is PVCC Industrial Electronics?

• Meet freshman college student Isaak Nathan (WAHS graduate 2020)

• Tour the lab with Eric Bredder, instructor

• Jobs and careers you can do with this program (Katie Thach)

• Chat with the presenters

Date: Friday, 9am on November 6^th

Please let me know if students or parents need Spanish interpretation.

An Apprentice is paid to learn mostly on the job and most employers reimburse the class apprentices take one night a week. See below the offerings of National Apprenticeship week and sign up on Airtable. Employers are promising attendees the assistance of a professional mentor! Ask Ms. Bertrand for more information.

Interested in the Center for Politics - Global Studies? Would you like to learn about careers in public policy or international careers? Click here to register or email Ms. Bertrand