Students: Prepare for a Job Interview

Preparing for a job interview can be very stressful. Make sure you know how to prepare and what to prepare. You're goal is to make a good first impression.

 

Before you go to the interview, research the employer or company website. What is their mission statement? Do they have a Twitter or LinkedIn page? What do you know about this company?

To dress for success, you need a smile, a positive attitude, and professional attire (suit, tie, dress slacks, formal shoes).

Arrive early. When you meet the employer, shake their hand (strong handshake), make eye contact, and introduce yourself.

What happens during the interview? First, the employer will introduce who they are and talk about the company. Take notes! Bring a notebook and pencil. This makes you seem interested and shows that you take the job seriously. Then the employer will ask you questions. Remember to sit with a straight posture, speak slowly, and maintain eye contact. 

Download Sample Job Interview Questions

At the end of the interview, most likely the employer will ask you, "Do you have any questions for us?" Be prepared to ask at least 3 questions. You should have prepared these questions BEFORE the interview. 

Download Sample Questions to ask Employer

Resources:

Students: Prepare for a Job Interview

Interview Skills: Research the Company

Dress for Success: What to Wear at a Job Interview

Job Interview Tips

Job Interview Sample Questions

Interview Questions for Employer

How Can I Afford College?

Did you know most colleges offer undergraduate scholarships to incoming freshmen students? Many colleges in Michigan offer full to partial scholarships and grants for students who qualify. Click on the links below to view your options.

  

Lansing Community College
Michigan State University
Ferris State University
Spring Arbor University
Sienna Heights University
West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty
Adrian College
Albion College
Alma College 
Mid Michigan Community College
Jackson Community College
Northwestern Technical Institute 
Eastern Michigan University
Western Michigan University
Grand Valley State University
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Central Michigan University
University of Michigan - Flint
Mott Community College
Olivet College 
Kellogg Community College
Hillsdale College

Click below to see more scholarship opportunities:

Nationwide Scholarships
State of Michigan Scholarships

School Calendar

EATON RESA CAREER PREPARATION CENTER

STUDENT CALENDAR

2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR

  

First Day for Students..................................................................................................................................................... September 2

End of 1^st Marking Period................................................................................................................................................. October 10

Bring Your Parent to School Day.............................................................................................................................. October 13-17

End of 2^nd Marking Period........................................................................................................................................... November 21

Thanksgiving Break (no school)........................................................................................................................... November 26-28

Winter Break (no school).............................................................................................................................................. Dec 22-Jan 2

Return from Winter Break................................................................................................................................................... January 5

End of 3^rd Marking Period................................................................................................................................................ January 16

Martin Luther King Day (no school)................................................................................................................................ January 19

Presidents’ Day (no school)........................................................................................................................................... February 16

End of 4^th Marking Period............................................................................................................................................... February 27

Good Friday (no school)........................................................................................................................................................... April 3

Spring Break (no school).................................................................................................................................................... April 6-10

End of 5^th Marking Period....................................................................................................................................................... April 17

Memorial Day (no school)....................................................................................................................................................... May 25

Last day for Seniors.................................................................................................................................................................. May 29

Last day for Juniors................................................................................................................................................................... June 5

Class Activity: Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Students

Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center hosted a class activity with students, instructors and staff. On Tuesday, September 16, students from the Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement class participated in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge at LCC West Campus. Students joined the Lansing Community College Police and Fire Academy students to support ALS. 

What is the' Ice Bucket Challenge'?

The Ice Bucket Challenge is to promote the awareness of the disease called ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis). ALS is also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease.

During the Ice Bucket Challenge, someone has a bucket of ice water dumped on their head. One of our Criminal Justice students participated in the event to honor her uncle who was a Firefighter for 13 years but passed away earlier this year from ALS. It was a special event and we were honored to show our support.

Donation Results of our ALS Ice Bucket Challenge:

Lansing Community College has posted the final donation results:
The ALS Association: $226.93
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation: $80
Local Fallen Law Enforcement Foundation: $60

Students: Break the Code of Silence

We want students to be safe in school. What can we do?

OK2SAY is a new program launched by the State of Michigan for students. The program attempts to stop violent behavior and threats before it occurs by peers or in the school. It operates as a CONFIDENTIAL hotline for students, school staff, neighbors and parents to report and share any violent threats in the schools.

Students - How can I report a threat?
When you see someone get bullied, do you walk away because you're afraid? OK2SAY asks that you report any type of violence at school and this includes bullying. You're information (name) is confidential. So why not break the code of silence and send a text to OK2SAY to report this incidence.

Are you Going to 'Stay Quiet'?
So often students remain quiet and do not report threats that go on with their peers at school. When you see someone getting hurt or in trouble, are you going to stay quiet or go get help? What if you were in that situation--would you want the 'watcher' to walk away or go get help for you? 

How Does it Work?

Submit tips and threat reports:

1) Text to 652729

2) Call 8-555-652729

3) Go to the website

4) Send an email

These tips are then on to local authority and law enforcement. 

Military Families: Resources for Students

Is your Mom, Dad, Brother, or Sister in the Military? 

Question: What is the Military OneSource?

Answer: Offers free individual and family counseling, financial counseling, free online tutoring; resources to assist military families locate scholarships, and health coaching to assist teens.

Question: What is the Military Kids Connect website?

Answer: Provides great resources for students on military life, personal stories from other students, coping with stress, home recipes and games.

Need Tutoring Help?

Free Tutoring services available for subjects in Math, English and Science

Click here for Tutoring Help

Have questions? Contact information:

Michigan Army National Guard Youth Coordinator:  

Angie Spina

517-481-9894

Military Family Life Counselor Child and Youth: 

Maritza Rodriguez-Arsenau

ngselfridgemisurge@magmflc.org