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Lesson 4- Job Markets, Networking and Types of Jobs

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Open and Hidden Job Markets

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Open Job Markets - Open Job market - Publically advertised jobs, e.g. Newspapers, Internet, shop windows etc...

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Closed/Hidden Job Markets - Closed / Hidden Job market - Jobs that exist, but are not advertised, e.g. cold calling, word of mouth, networking etc... - The vast majority of job openings are never advertised; theyre filled by word of mouth.

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Networking P. 49 - Networking The process of establishing and maintaining contacts with key people in an organization and using those contacts to weave strong organizations that serve to help you with your future.

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Types of Jobs Available: Types of Jobs available to the school leaver (P. 52 - 53). - Full - Time Job - Part - Time Job - Temporary Job - Freelance - Contract Position - Flexible hours - Internship

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Full-Time Job .generally considered 35 - 40 hours per week, some benefits Benefits are a form of compensation paid by employers to employees over and above the amount of pay specified as a base salary or hourly rate of pay. Common benefits include: paid time off such as PTO, sick days, and vacation days, health insurance, life insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid prescriptions, retirement benefits long term disability insurance, and short term disability insurance.

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Part-Time Job can range from 1 - 30 hours per week, few benefits, minimum wage

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Temporary Job: Temporary Job - full or part-time jobs that last for a limited or set time period, e.g. camp counselor

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Contract Position Employment with set terms, e.g. lasting several months or a year.

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Freelance Freelance - Selling your work to a company or organization for an agreed rate, e.g. graphic designer.

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Flexible Hours Flexible hours - Work hours outside the typical (?) 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM workday, e.g. Doctors.

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Internship Internship - Work placement or experience with little or no pay, e.g. media positions

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INTERNSHIP Summer Program (mid May mid August) Interns with the Thunder Bay Border Cats not only learn what it takes to run a baseball club on a daily basis, but also give you the opportunity to work with a team in an exciting fast paced environment. Come experience working with an established franchise and connect yourself with a growing league as you gain valuable experience while having fun. We strive to include you in every possible aspect of the organization, including on-field promotions, concession management, ticket sales, merchandising, media relations and more. If you are enthusiastic and really want to learn, then a placement with our organization may be a great fit for you! Game Day Operations Manager Include these responsibilities: Assist with corporate outings including meet and greet aspect through to processing payments. They may be expected to address fans in an entertaining fashion with the aid of a microphone. Co-ordinate on-field promotions and game day forms. Intern must be comfortable with public speaking, as Proof of Performance follow up. Communicate with corporate sponsors regarding event promotions and facilitate their needs including a .. Game Day Photographer; tool used for website development, souvenir programs and marketing material. Working directly with suppliers. Concessions Operations including customer service, food handling, sales, signage, merchandising, inventory General marketing and sales; COGS, contributing towards souvenir sales and retail wears. Foster new ideas during staff meetings. Website development, Facebook updates and creating design, layout and content for electronic newsletter. Research and compile player stats for souvenir program insert. Dealing directly with part time staff, which may include human resources. Handling baseball buddies program, birthday parties and anthem singers. Player and Coaching Staff needs as they arise. Player relations regarding border crossings, passports, host families, uniforms, and general conduct. Communicate with League office or NWL Director of Operations if necessary. Participate in host family/player outings. Fan Services and Client Retention.

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Homework Write down possible career and probable type(s) of employment connected with them Ask parents who they network with in their lives and careers. How important is it to them? Ask parents what type of contract they are working on or have had in the past. Which did they prefer? ONE PARAGRAPH (4-6 sentences) PER QUESTION