2022 Career Newsletter #2
College and Career Ready Students One Brick at a Time!
from the desk of valentine torres
Welcome to the 2022-2023 career newsletter! The goal is to show our students how many opportunities are available to them to earn transferrable skills and earn money at the same time!
15 Best Jobs for Teenagers To Consider While in School
Since teenagers typically have school obligations for most of the week, part-time jobs offering weekend and evening shifts are ideal. These part-time positions can be good starter jobs for teens as many require little to no experience to pursue. Such part-time work can also allow teens to work a more flexible schedule that aligns with their schoolwork and extracurricular activities.
***Should you happen to know of any employers who are looking to hire students please send that information to vtorres@hobart.k12.in.us
At Hobart High School we strive to have our Brickies college and career-ready too. This newsletter will be released monthly highlighting career opportunities available to our students.
Effective July 21, 2021
Sales Associate/Stylist | Windsor Fashions | Southlake Mall
#JOINTHEOASIS
Who we are:
Windsor Fashions is a leading special occasion and fast fashion retailer founded and operated by generations of the Zekaria family. We are committed to providing a broad selection of on-trend apparel for all the occasions in a woman’s life. Our mission is to create an oasis that inspires and empowers women.
Why you matter:
As a part time Windsor stylist, you are the face of our brand to our fashion loving customers! You are committed to inspiring and empowering each customer every day in your store. As the first contact of the Windsor brand, you’ll get to showcase your incredible style and passion for fashion through styling our customers head to toe while creating a positive environment for all. You are not just selling clothes, you are creating memories!
What you do:
- You smile and make our customers happy! You have fun and create the Oasis for our customers using the Windsor 4-step Selling Method.
- You've got great style and love Windsor products! You put thought into your style each day and love to share your passion for fashion and Windsor products with our customers. Your styling tips help our customers feel confident in their purchases.
- You take pride in your store! Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress, you work hard and you're always ready to learn, adapt and improve. You have a competitive spirit and strive to achieve your personal and store goals.
- You think outside the box! You’re a creative thinker and are always seeking new ways to create value for our guests.
- You do the right thing! You know integrity is mandatory and follow all Windsor policy and procedures.
- You’re committed to your team! You respect our caring and loyal Windsor family every day on every shift. You value diversity and are committed to an inclusive work environment for all team members.
What makes you stand out:
- You're flexible and reliable with your schedule.
- You thrive in a fast paced environment.
- You can handle multiple tasks at one time.
- You are able to to stand, bend and lift up to 25 lbs for a full scheduled shift
- You're at least 16 years of age
What else you'll love:
- A generous 40% discount on all Windsor products year round. (Additional discounts periodically)
- Opportunities for development, ongoing training and potential for advancement. Just ask how many of our leaders started as stylists!
- A flexible schedule to fit your lifestyle. We know you live a full life!
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Xfinity Retail Sales Associate Merrillville, IN · Retail
AWESOME COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
- Base Pay: $15.63/hour
- Total target compensation (base pay plus targeted commission): $23.32/hour
- Commission amount based on performance
- Uncapped commission structure!
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Benefit packages effective on day 1 - Eligible to enroll in medical, dental, vision
- 401k available after 90 days
- Paid training
- Comcast/Xfinity courtesy services (cable, high speed internet, etc.)
- Paid time-off (PTO), Paid vacation, flex time, and floating holidays; generous PTO package after first 90 days of employment
- Tuition Reimbursement (where applicable)
- Discounts on Comcast/Xfinity Voice, OnDemand, and Personal Security Services (PSS)
- Takes a customer-first approach with all customer interactions. Listens and evaluates customer needs and provides appropriate solutions.
- Achieves sales and customer experience goals and objectives.
- Provides comprehensive customer onboarding activities and ensures customers fully understand how to use and manage all company products/services and gains their consent.
- Performs operational and administrative tasks.
- Partners with customer care to resolve customer issues, as appropriate.
- Consistently demonstrates sales excellence and professionalism with integrity and a warm and friendly demeanor to customers and teammates.
- Complies with all company and retail operational policies and procedures.
- Completes training requirements and actively engage in team huddles and learning.
- Knows and understands sales compensation plan and its key elements.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, holidays, variable schedule(s) and overtime as needed. May be asked to work in alternate stores outside of home base store. Regular, consistent and punctual attendance.
- Must be able to carry and lift up to 25 pound boxes, stand and move about the store constantly.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Degree or equivalent
- Technical or similar background preferred
- Generally, requires 0-2 years related experience
Retail Sales Associate | VERIZON | Valparaiso, IN
When you join Verizon
Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect across the globe. We’re a diverse network of people driven by our shared ambition to shape a better future. Here, we have the ability to learn and grow at the speed of technology, and the space to create within every role. Together, we are moving the world forward – and you can too. Dream it. Build it. Do it here.
What we’re looking for...
You’ll need to have:
- High school diploma or GED.
- One or more years of work experience.
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Willingness to work additional shifts, if necessary, typically during the summer months, November through December, and/or during peak vacation periods.
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- Associate’s degree.
- Customer service and/or retail sales experience.
Sales Associates - Disc Replay Merrillville
- Flexible scheduling
- Employee discounts
- Employee borrowing program
- Refer a friend program
- 401k with company match
- Health, Dental, & Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Company contests & individual store incentives
Our employees make the biggest impact on our guest experience and bring our store to life! As part of the Disc Replay family, you will be part of a team that will provide thorough training and learning opportunities that help you grow.
The good news is that your training will teach you everything you need to know to succeed on the job. But there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:
- You're a fun and friendly person who values customers and takes absolute pride in everything you do.
- You like talking - a lot- even to strangers (despite what your Mom told you). This is important, because you're not able to text message customers.
- You've got attitude - the right kind of course - and understand the need to be on time, all the time, and get to work on your scheduled shifts. With loads of energy, you understand work is easier - and more fun - working as a team.
- You embrace constructive feedback and are able to follow directions.
- You have a commitment to timeliness and a sense of urgency.
- You've got basic math skills and the ability to collect payments.
- You're able to fulfill the physical requirements of the job, including standing up to 8 hours and working under typical retail conditions.
Keep in mind, this is just basic information. You'll find out more and be able to ask us any questions during your interview.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $11.00 - $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Weekly day range:
- Weekend availability
Application Question(s):
- Why do you think you would be a good fit for Disc Replay?
- Disc Replay is open most days of the week from 10 am to 9 pm. What shifts are you available to work? We are looking for candidates that can work some evenings and weekends.
- What are your hourly wage requirements?
- How many years of Retail Associates & Cashiers experience do you have?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Retail Associate | Ross | Hobart/Merrillville
- Manages Work Processes
- Business Acumen
- Plans, Aligns ; Prioritizes
- Builds Talent
- Collaborates
- Leading by Example
- Communicates Effectively
- Ensures Accountability ; Execution
QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Effectively communicate with Customers, Associates and Store Leadership in a friendly, respectful, cooperative and pleasant manner.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations commonly used in retail environments.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ADA:
- Ability to use all Store equipment, including PDTs, registers and PC as required.
- Ability to spend up to 100% of working time standing, walking, and moving around the Store.
- Ability to regularly bend at the waist, squat, kneel, climb, carry, reach, and stoop.
- Ability to occasionally push, pull and lift more than 25 pounds.
- Ability to use janitorial equipment, rolling racks, ladders and other assigned supplies.
- Certain assignments may require other qualifications and skills.;
- Associates who work Stockroom shifts: Ability to regularly push, pull and lift more than 20 pounds.
Retail Part Time Sales Associate | GNC | Hobart
GNC is looking for dynamic sales associates that not only “Live Well” as a lifestyle, but have the desire to share that passion with others. If that describes you, then join the high energy store’s team at GNC. This outstanding opportunity is designed to help you reach your full earning potential. In addition to your base pay, you have the ability to earn additional cash through the program that we offer:
- Sales Incentive Program.
The possibilities are endless!
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Passion to Live Well!
- Self-motivated
- Strong communication and team building skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule (i.e. Holidays, weekends)
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Retail Sales Associate | H&M | Southlake Mall (Part-time)
Compensation:
Sales Associates Start at $12.00 per hour
Qualifications
Who You Are
- Passionate for customer service and helping people find their style
- A multi-tasker who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
- Inclusive, positive, creative, and willing to learn on the job!
- A team player with a flexible approach
- You have the ability to lift in excess of 20 pounds
- Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, stretch, engage in repetitive motions, push, pull and carry items (mannequins, clothing, totes, torsos, etc.) for a short distance
- Ability to climb a ladder and use a step stool
- Must be able to work a flexible work schedule, including nights and weekend
- Job Description
About the Role
At H&M, as a Retail Sales Associate you will be advising our customers and keeping them in style! A Retail Sales Associate, or Sales Advisor, as referred to internally, is responsible for delivering the Best Customer Experience that contributes to the store’s sales and profit. As a Retail Sales Associate, you will always put customers first, offer assistance, and share your Product and Fashion knowledge. You will create an environment that is easy for our customers to shop through Store Operations and Great Garment Care. By sharing knowledge and skills with colleagues, you will actively contribute to creating a Best Team to meet our customers’ expectations. This role will work in accordance with H&M standards, policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
Whether you’re exploring a career change, looking for a new job, preparing to graduate, or are currently unemployed, we’ll provide you with the right tools.
Closing Team Leader | TARGET | Hobart/Merrillville
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We might be a great match if:
- Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited…. We work efficiently and as a team to deliver for our guests
- Providing service to our guests that makes them say I LOVE TARGET! excites you…. That’s why we love working at Target
- Leading teams who are stocking, setting and selling Target product sounds like your thing… That’s the core of what we do
- You aren’t looking for a Monday thru Friday job where you are at a computer all day… We are on the go all day (especially on the weekends), making it easy for the guest to feel welcomed, inspired, and rewarded
The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be a Closing Team Leader. But there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:
- Previous retail experience preferred, but not required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older
- Lead and hold others accountable
- Learn and adapt to current technology needs
- Work independently and as part of a team
- Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
- Welcoming and helpful attitude
- Effective communication skills
Seasonal Retail Sales Associate | BURLINGTON | Hobart/Merrillville
Responsibilities:
Assisting customers in locating merchandise when needed
Assisting in floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance, and housekeeping
Assisting in ringing up sales at registers and/or bagging merchandise
Performing other tasks as assigned by the manager from time-to-time
Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule; including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
If you…
…are excited to deliver great values to customers every day;
…take a sense of pride and ownership in helping drive positive results for a team;
…are committed to treating colleagues and customers with respect;
…believe in the power of diversity and inclusion;
…want to participate in initiatives that positively impact the world around you;
Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!
Min USD $11.00/Hour
Part-Time Beauty Advisor - Sephora | KOHLS | Portage
Minimum Qualifications
- Authentic passion for beauty
- Client facing Retail or Service Industry experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence in a clear and concise manner.
- Naturally curious; a desire to learn
- Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive work environment
Key Accountabilities
- Builds strong Client loyalty and drives sales through hospitality mentality.
- Influences Clients by identifying their needs and suggesting products to drive sales- identifies the opportunity to upsell products and services.
- Demonstrates credibility to the Client through knowledge of products and beauty trends.
- Inspires Clients through demonstrating products and application of products to drive sales.
- Accountable for excellent merchandise operations, supporting merchandise sets, maintenance of testers and cleanliness and hygiene standards.
- Supports inventory management and pricing within the department.
- Supports visual elements of the shop and communicates missed or damaged product/fixtures to the Supervisor.
- Demonstrates continuous curiosity with both Clients and self to learn and expand their knowledge in the beauty industry.
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Cashier/Sales Associate | Yankee Candle Company | Southlake Mall
Job Summary:
As a Retail Sales Associate, you are responsible for assisting the leadership team with achieving sales, organization, guest engagement, and profitability goals within a Yankee Candle store.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
- Strong customer service skills and the ability to sell products is required.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively coach and train others in a retail setting, and the ability to relate well using communication, interpersonal, diplomacy and related skills required.
Hours:
Flexibility in work schedule is required including the ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as operational need may require.
Salary Structure:
This position offers a competitive rate & excellent benefits package.
Seasonal Sales Teammate | Buckle | Southlake Mall
Visual Merchandise Management
- Present merchandise in a manner that will maximize sales and achieve optimum merchandise turn.
- Stay current on product range.
- Work with other Teammates and Guests to identify product improvements, new product ideas and new product feedback.
- Ensure sales floor is consistently sized and new freight is appropriately displayed.
Operations
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include mornings, evenings, and weekends, and the day of/day after Thanksgiving and Christmas, based upon store and business needs.
- Open and close cash registers, use magnetic card readers, perform tasks such as counting money, separating charge slips, coupons, and vouchers, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits.
- Watch for and recognize security risks and thefts, and know how to prevent or handle these situations.
- Follow all Loss Prevention guidelines, including daily bag and purse checks.
- Develop and maintain knowledge of Point of Sale (“POS”) procedures.
- Understand and execute all policies regarding payments, exchanges and Loss Prevention practices.
- Perform merchandising tasks, such as handling freight, re-merchandising, preparing displays, completing price markdowns, and transfers.
- Consistently maintain a clean, organized and shoppable store to fulfill Buckle’s mission statement.
- Provide feedback to Store Manager and Leadership Team regarding merchandise handling concerns.
- Communicate any policy violations and Teammate or Guest concerns to Store Manager, District Manager, and/or Human Resources in a timely, confidential manner.
- Understand and apply the Buckle’s Code of Ethics and all Buckle’s policies, procedures, and handbooks.
- Fulfill mission statement by performing job duties with a high level of customer service while contributing to a positive team spirit.
- Special projects and other duties as assigned.
PSE SALES & SVCS/DISTRIBUTION ASSOCIATE | United States Postal Service
Wheeler, IN 46393
$19.62 an hour
Job Posting Period 11/02/2022 - 11/06/2022
This job has an exam requirement. Currently, applicants for this posting who do not yet have an exam score are being invited to take the exam. Examining will continue until capacity has been reached
Facility Location WHEELER PO 305 RAILROAD AVE WHEELER, IN 46393 CONTACT INFORMATION: Barbara Kleutsch | barbara.a.kleutsch@usps.gov | (219) 942-2500 | POSTMASTER
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- They have a strong work ethic
- They are responsible
- They are dedicated to being the best
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MRS. VALENTINE TORRES, MBA
Career Liaison Coordinator | Business Department | Dual Credit Instructor | Hobart High School | Hobart University | Business Professionals of America | Communications Director TEDxHobartHighSchool
Ext. 8027
Email: vtorres@hobart.k12.in.us
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Location: 2211 East 10th Street, Hobart, Indiana, USA
Phone: 219-942-8521
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