July 31 is the last chance for youths, ages 14 to 19, to apply for summer jobs through the Genesee County Career Center in Batavia.
This state-funded program offers 42 positions for youths to work 100 hours, approximately 20 hours a week, for minimum wage.
Lisa Smith, the employment and training counselor, said this is a great opportunity to get job experience.
“This gets them out into the community and building relationships,” Smith said.
Each youth will attend a three-day training, where they learn about how to interview, how to create a resume and cover letter, and how to interact with coworkers.
The Tonawanda Valley Federal Credit Union came to the last training, Smith said.
“They taught them how to balance a checkbook, how to write a check, and how to start saving money,” Smith said.
Once each person is placed, Smith visits once a week to check on the employee and employer.
This program has been around since 1980, serving Genesee County youths. They have worked at places such as the Oakfield-Alabama Central School District, rec programs, the Genesee County Animal Shelter, and public libraries in the area.
For those interested, they can contact Smith at 344-2042, ext. 4237, or by email at Lisa.Smith@co.genesee.ny.us, or stop by the Genesee County Career Center located at 587 E. Main St., Suite 100.
