Needs From: VolunteerCNY.org

Are you ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of our future workforce?

Be a career coach and guide high school students toward their success.

Your time, encouragement, and experience could be the boost they need to reach their full potential.

What is career coaching?

You would be working with students on an activity that relates to STEM or general career readiness. Activities are designed to help students develop their transferable skills, provide networking opportunities, and prepare them for the workforce.

 

Typical activities:

·        Resume reviews and mock interviews

·        Team building or problem-solving exercises

·        Industry-based challenges

 

Why be a career coach?

·        Invest in your future workforce.

·        Share your passion and experience with students.

·        Professional development, team building, and networking.

 

What are the qualities of the ideal career coach?

·        Strengths-focused and committed to bringing out the students’ best potential.

·        Invested in the process of supporting career-connected experiences for students.

·        Continuous learner and flexible mindset.

 

How does it work?

·        Contact the PEB team at pebteam@macny.org to learn about volunteer opportunities.

·        Choose what works for you – a variety of times and topics.

·        Show up and have fun!