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Career Launch is a career exploration and work readiness program for area high school students.  The program was developed by Boys & Girls Clubs of America following Department of Labor guidelines.  This (8) session program helps students

• Identify potential careers
• Develop a written career plan
• Write a resume
• Learn how to apply for a job & interview

Students who successfully complete the course are eligible to be placed into one of the Clubs Career Based Learning Experiences.  
New classes starting throughout the year

Mon & Wed 5:00 to 6:00 pm

To register download the teen membership application and return to Matthew Francis at mfrancis@bgcmercer.org

Career Based Learning Experiences
Area High School students can explore potential careers and build entry level skills and experience within these fields.  Students typically participate two days per week to get their 50 hour CBLE completed.  At the end of the program student receive a written reference, and some CBLE lead to part time employment with the Boys & Girls Club..
Current Opportunities are below.

Questions: Contact our Teen Director, Matthew Francis at mfrancis@bgcmercer.org or calling 609-695-6060 ext. 223.

Learn on-the-job from experts in their fields.  Gain work experience, learn more something that interests you and add to your resume. Complete your career-based learning experience and qualified students can earn a $500 educational award upon completion. Transportation is available!  Contact Mr. Matthew to register or get more information: 609-695-6060 x223 or mfrancis@bgcmercer.org  

 CLICK HERE to download the Teen Member Registration Form 

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES:

Childcare Assistant Career-Based Learning Experience

Gain hands on experience working with kids in our After School Program 2 days a week. 

Opportunities for all 9^th-12^th graders. 

Flexible schedules available Monday-Fridays 2:30-5:30 pm  

Spruce Street Community Center, Lawrenceville

 IT Career-Based Learning Experience

Gain hands on experience working with computers.  Learn diagnosis skills, how to install software and how to rebuild a computer.

Opportunities for all 9^th-12^th graders. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:00-7:00 pm  

Spruce Street Community Center, Lawrenceville

Contact Ms. Fatima at mfrancis@bgcmercer.org 609-695-6060 x223

Bike Exchange Career-Based Learning Experience 

Gain hands on experience repairing & refurbishing bicycles.  Learn bike mechanics & maintenance.

Opportunities for all 9^th-12^th graders. 

at the Bike Exchange at Capital Plaza, Olden Avenue

For more information or to register today contact
Mr. Matthew 609-695-6060 x223 or mfrancis@bgcmercer.org