Other Post-Grad Options

 

WORK


Students who plan to work after high school and need assistance in finding a career or job are encouraged to contact Ms. Batchelder in the College and Career Center prior to graduating. Jobs are also posted regularly on the CCC grade level Google Classrooms. In addition, below are some useful links to help you in your job search.

Sonoma County Connections

Job Opportunities with the County of Sonoma

CoolWorks: Jobs in Great Places

Indeed.com

 

INTERNING OR VOLUNTEERING


There are many local organizations that have internship and volunteer positions which may lead to permanent positions in some cases. Interning or volunteering is also a great way to get to know a field better and what type of work you like to do.

Local Volunteer and Internship Opportunities

TeensVolunteer.org

 

LEARN A TRADE/APPRENTICESHIP


Learning a trade through an apprenticeship program allows one to receive training and gain skills on the job while getting paid. Below are links to just some of the many trade/apprenticeship programs.

Apprenticeship Programs through the SRJC

Redwood Empire Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee

Sonoma County Job Link Construction Careers

Database of Apprenticeship Programs

 

GAP YEAR


Some students may prefer to take a semester or year off before they attend college or another post-secondary program. This can be a great opportunity to pick up leadership, language, and work skills and gain exposure to different careers. Students should consider applying to college while they're in high school and then defer their enrollment and take their gap year. However, students need to check with the colleges that they're interested in to make sure they will allow students to defer. Also, many colleges have built in gap year programs for freshmen. Below are links to gap year programs and other information on taking a gap year. 

Gap Year Association Website

AmeriCorps

Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF)

Article on Taking a Gap Year

 

MILITARY


Joining a branch of the military after graduation can be a great option for many students. There are many benefits, including education programs that help pay for you to go to college, on the job training, health benefits, and housing allowances. Click on the links below for more information.

The Benefits of Joining the Military

Joining the Military

List of Military Branches and Local Recruiters:

Marines:
Sgt Sanandres, Manny M.
Cellphone: 707-310-0147
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Navy:
PO2 Anaya, Luis M.
Cellphone: 650-280-3544
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Airforce:
Tsgt Ortiz, Wilfredo W.
Cellphone: 707-888-4237
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Army:
SSgt Smith, William O.
Cellphone 707-331-2868
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