Job, connections and other cool resources for high school students.
PECO:
A two-day class that includes a company overview of PECO, mock interviews, and assessment demonstrations of how to safely work in craft positions. Learn more…
Giant:
Job opportunities posted daily by Giant offer unique and promising career paths. Giantfoodstores.com/pages/careers
PFEW:
PFEW is an exciting summer education program where you’ll explore modern business and your future! By running your own company with students from all over the state, you’ll gain invaluable knowledge, relevant skills, powerful tools and discover how your talents translate into great careers. Learn more…
Penn State Engineering Summer Bridge:
The Engineering Summer Bridge is an academic summer program offered by Penn State to help incoming first-year students prepare for their engineering major. Learn more…
Science Center:
Sources for STEM-career exposure with hands-on learning, and mentorship opportunities. Learn more…
Build Your Future Today with USLI:
USLI has created a High School Student Program to create a meaningful work experience for students while building the foundation for them to excel in their future careers. Students will learn professional skills to help them set and achieve goals, manage their time efficiently, communicate and present information more effectively, better organize and manage emails, maintain a strong executive presence and more. Learn more…
Making a High School Student LinkedIn Profile
Step 1 – Sign Up at linkedin.com/signup:
– Enter full name; use school email (example: firstname.lastname@school.org) OR create a simple Gmail with name (example: john.smith123@gmail.com)
– Create a password you’ll remember
Step 2 – Add a Headshot: Head and shoulders only, solid background, dress like it’s school picture day.
Step 3 – Headline: Your headline is a one-line description under your name.
– Examples: “High School Student | Exploring Careers in Computer Science and Engineering” or “Student Athlete | Interested in Business and Marketing” or something more general is fine
Step 4 – About Section: This is your story. Use 3–4 short sentences:
Who you are (student, athlete, volunteer, club member); What you’re interested in (future majors or career fields); Achievements you’re proud of (projects, awards, leadership roles); What you’re hoping to do next (connect with mentors, internships, college prep)
Step 5 – Education & Experience: Go to Education Section and click +
– In the School Box, type: Talent and Education Network and the Jobs and Experience Development Initiative (JEDI), select this from the pull down, click save
– Again click + and Add Your High School (with graduation year)
– Go to Experience Section and click +
– Add jobs (could include babysitting, cashier, lifeguard, camp counselor), any volunteer work, clubs, sports, or leadership roles.
Step 6 – Skills: Add at least 5. Examples: Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Writing, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Customer Service
Step 7 – Connections: Connect with classmates, teachers, coaches, and mentors.
– Follow Talent and Education Network Jobs and Experience Development Initiative (JEDI) page.
Step 8 – Stay Active: Like, comment, and share posts about your interests.
– Post about school projects, achievements, or events. Example: “Excited to join LinkedIn! I’m a student at [High School] working toward a successful career. Looking forward to learning and connecting.”