On Day 5, the Career Center will send out a brief email summary of current opportunities, reminders, and useful info for students. The following information was emailed to all students on October 28. Please encourage your student to check their email *daily* for these and other great opportunities.
Career Spotlight
The automotive industry comprises a wide range of careers in the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, sales, and repair of motor vehicles.
Right out of High School: Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics OR Auto Body and Glass Repairers
Even more Auto options: 15 Auto Careers to Explore
STEM Focused: Industrial ENGINEER or Industrial DESIGNER
Green Jobs in the Auto Industry: Careers in Electric Vehicles
Career Exploration
WORKFORCE NOW CAREER FAIR – November 2nd, 11 AM – 12:30 PM at the Wyndham in York
This Fair is for York County juniors and seniors looking to start a career right after high school. Local businesses and employers in construction, masonry, excavation, HVAC, and more will be in attendance and looking to connect with you. Juniors and Seniors who wish to attend will be taken by SWHS bus to the fair on Wednesday, Nov. 2nd. Interested students must hand in a permission slip to Mrs. Berkeible by Monday, October 31. Stop by the Counseling Office TODAY to pick up a flyer with more info and a permission slip!
UPMC HEALTH CAREERS NIGHT – November 2nd, 6 – 8 PM, UPMC Outpatient Center, Mechanicsburg
Open to students (and their parents) who are considering a career in the Health field. 15+ health care departments will be represented, as well as local colleges and universities with health care majors. See the UPMC Health Careers Nightfor more details and to register.
Pre Apprenticeship Programs
Student Banker Apprenticeship Program (Sponsored by People’s Bank). 12th grade only. Deadline approaching – October 31 – See Mrs. Berkebile ASAP
- Requirements: minimum GPA of 3.0 and strong interest in business/finance/banking.
- Eight, daytime sessions (January 2023 – May 2023). Some sessions virtual, some on site @ the bank.
- Must provide your own transportation.
- This experience will help Seniors learn about the banking industry, develop their resumes, explore possible career opportunities, and collaborate with PeoplesBank professionals.
- If interested, email Mrs. Berkebile to set up an appointment.
Local Job Listings
Giant Foods (Baltimore Street) – Visit giantfoodstores.com, scroll down to the bottom, and click on “Careers,”
Sign of the Horse – Recent increase to hourly wage! Free meal with each shift. Dishwasher needed ASAP. Minimum age: 16. Pick up an application at Sign of the Horse ( 979 York Street). Ask for Kari.
College Bound Info
Seniors – Early Decision and Early Action deadlines are just around the corner (usually Nov 1 and Nov 15). Students applying Regular Decision should also be working in earnest to get everything submitted as early as possible. We know this is a stressful time of year! Take a breath, make a list, and stay in communication with your counselor. You can do it!
Juniors ONLY – LENFEST SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTATION
- WHEN: November 4th, 9 AM
- WHERE: Counseling Office
- Eligibility: High school junior who excels academically, displays leadership qualities, and has financial need Lenfest FAQs
- Registration: Click here
All students:
NCAA College Athletics & Recruiting Seminar – Wednesday, November 30th, 7:00 PM, SWHS Auditorium
Open to parents and students. Learn about athletic scholarships and the college recruiting process. Speaker: Mr. Rick Wire from Dynamite Sports will present this one-hour seminar entitled “Guiding the College-Bound Athlete”
Next Week’s 5th period College Visits
Tuesday, November 1 – West Virginia University – WVU
Wednesday, November 2 – Marywood University
Sign up: College Visit Google Form. All visits are held during 5th period in the Counseling Office.
Recent Scholarships Posted
United Steelworkers Scholarship
H.O.P.E. / Jeanette Cartwright Memorial Scholarship
Lenfest Scholarship Info (Juniors Only)
Details about the scholarships above have been emailed to students AND posted to SWHS scholarship blog: https://swguidance.edublogs.org/