Career Connections: Student Resources

 From time to time, employers contact Westbrook High school with opportunities for employment.  Stop in to see Mr. Bialicki or Ms. Carson with questions you may have.  Check back often, as this list will be updated when new opportunities come up.  Here is the most recent list of opportunities:

• The Connecticut Department of Transportation is offering a free training introduction for Asphalt Quality Control Technician.  The Quality Control Technician performs inspections, checks, and tests for quality of the material to be utilized in the manufacturing of asphalt, ensuring product quality and compliance with applicable specifications.  The Program dates for this training are Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 6th through August 3rd at 9a.m. until 10a.m.  There is not fee for this virtual training.  Program graduates may be eligible for a paid internship, summer employment or additional training.  Come to Ms. Carson's office for a QR code to get the application.  Or, you can email questions to jcjci@cox.net.  
• Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort is hiring ticketing agents, slide attendants, bike lift attendants, lift operators, rental technicians, general laborers, mountain bike instructors and concessions.  Apply online at http://powderridgepark.com/about-us/employment.  This is a great job if you love mountain sports or working outside.  Join their passionate and friendly staff in a growing, fast-paced, and fun work environment.  
• Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park is interviewing for the following position for the 2023 summer season:  retail agents, lifeguards, belayers, wakeboard instructors, lot attendants, food services, harness assistants, and general laborers.  There will be a job fair on Saturday, May 13 from 10a.m. to 2p.m.  Competitive wages, paid training, employee discounts and access to the park are provided.  You may also apply directly through their website at www.brownstonepark.com.  For more information contact Deb Bensenhaver at 860-894-2206.
• The State of Connecticut is hiring lifeguards for Hammonasset State Park in Madison.  The pay is $20 per hour with paid training.  See the job board in Ms. Carson's office for a QR code to the application or use the following link to apply:  ct.gov/ctstatejobs.  Scroll through the jobs to get to the lifeguard positions.  
• Westbrook Dairy Queen is adding new smiling faces to their team.  Call 860-669-8768 to set up an interview, or email Westbrookdq19642aol.com.  Full and part time positions (days, nights, weekends).  Must work holidays.  Need to be able to work a cash register, cook, make ice cream, clean, etc.  They will train you!  Must be 16 years old to apply.  Starting above minimum wage--$15 and up depending upon availability and experience.  The work is fast paced.  You will have fun and meet new friends while learning new skills, including how to work with the public, leadership ,responsibility and multitasking.  
• A local resident is looking for a student who is willing to do some part time yard work--preparing the yard for mowing, getting lawn furniture out of the home's storage, etc.  This is a great job for a reliable student in Grades 9 through 12 who wants part time work.  See Ms. Carson if you are interested.
• Town of Westbrook Conservation Commission would like to hire a current Junior, Senior, or Recent Graduate to work from July 1, 2023 through August 2023 primarily for field work.  The flexible work schedule is 10-30 hours per week with some Saturday and Sunday hours.  Pay is $16 per hour, depending upon experience.  The job is primarily field work, including trail maintenance, controlling invasive plants, and serving as a docent on Salt Island.  Training will be provided.  You will need to be prompt and reliable to complete tasks on your own with little supervision.  This is a great job for students who are interested in environmental sciences, working with the Town of Westbrook after graduation, or interested in public service.  Contact Ms. Heidi Wallace, Environmental Planner, at hwallace@westbrookct.us or 860-399-3017.  See Ms. Carson to see the flyer about the job.  
• Westbrook Honda would like to hire a high school student to work as a part time receptionist beginning in the middle of August.  They are willing to hire two students to split the hours. which are from 4p.m. until 8p.m. on Monday through Thursday and all day on Saturday.  This is a great job for students interested in gaining valuable experience working in the automotive or business industries.  Contact Mary Yarrow at Westbrook Honda, 860-399-9300.
• Westbrook Inn seeks part time, afterschool and weekend assistance for a variety of tasks, including assisting guests with check-in and check-out, making reservations, etc.  One of our 2022 graduates began working there during his senior year and continues to do so during breaks from college.  Contact Ms. Carson for more information.  
• Summer employment opportunity at Stewart B McKinney National Wildlife Refuge.  The Northwoods Stewardship Center is currently hiring crew members to work at the Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge.  Crew members must be will to meet the challenges of working outdoors.  A commitment to the environment and to your local community is essential.  Crew Members (aged 15-18) receive weekly wage plus hands-on education and employment experience.  Crew members earn $15.00 to $15.50 per hour based on prior experience.  The crew season begins June 26th and ends with a crew celebration on August 4th.  Apply online at www.northwoodscenter.org.  Application deadline is April 30th.  
• If you enjoy working with children, you might be interested in a part time job after school from 2:30 until 5p.m.  You must be available Monday through Friday.  See Mr. Bialicki for more details if  you are interested.  
• Shop Rite is seeking part time afternoon workers.  They will work with your schedule and are very flexible even if you can only work two days a week.  Stop by the store in Clinton and ask for the manager, or apply online.
• The Purrfect Aquarium is seeking a part time aquarist--in other words, employees to work in the store who have experience/interest in the aquarium hobby and/or marine biology.  The Purrfect Aquarium in Old Lyme is a tropical fish store that specializes in both salt and freshwater fish.  They sell fish, corals, plants, and supplies.  Responsibilities include basic aquarium maintenance in the store, cashier duties, interacting with customers and helping them find appropriate fish for their aquariums, assisting in social media presences, and accompanying store owner to fish wholesalers to purchase store inventory.  The pay rate is $14.00 per hour.  There are also steep employee discounts on fish and store products.  See Ms. Carson for an application.
• Farrell's Four Seasons is seeking crew members starting this fall/winter.  The job consists of lawn maintenance, spring/fall cleanups, and snow removal.  Call Farrell's if you are interested at 860-399-7302.  
• Aaron Manor has an opening for a part time dietary aid.  Work hours are 3:30 until 7:30.  There is a $250 signing bonus.  The job includes providing dining service to residents, guests, family members and employees as needed; preparing trays and serving food according to menus and following diet orders; assisting in maintaining clean and properly sanitized production and retail areas.  You must be COVID vaccinated.  Apply on the Aaron Manor website (Click on Careers on the menu bar at the top and search for dietary aide.).
• A local resident would like to find a student who can complete some seasonal tasks around her yard, including stacking wood, storing patio furniture and doing general yard work.  This is an excellent job for students who are looking for part time work they can complete on their own time after school or on weekends.  The resident is willing to pay $15.00 an hour.  Contact Ms. Carson for more information.
• Honeycone Cream Co. is seeking part time ice cream servers.  Honeycone is located in Chester.  The job involves scooping icre cream, making beautiful sundaes, and various other ice cream creations as well as customer assistance, restocking, organizing, working the cash register, cleaning, assisting with baking and food prep.  It is primarily front of house position working direction with public.  The shop is a grab and go, so there no tables to bus or waiting on tables.  the shop is open Wednesday through Saturday from 3p.m. until 8p.m. and on Sundays from 11a.m. until 6p.m.  The shop is seeking afterschool and weekend availability.  No minimum shift requirements at the moment.  The pay is $14 to $15 per hour depending upon experience.  Applicants with more experience could start at a higher rate.  Cash and credit card tips are also available.  To apply, send a resume and letter of interest to honeyconecreamco@gmail.com.  The letter of interest should telling something about yourself, your interests and why you would want to work at Honeycone.  You must be at least 16 years old to apply.  
• Starbucks Clinton is hiring.  Call 203-641-3957 for more information.
• Atlantic Seafood is seeking part time workers which can move into full time work in the summer months.  This is a great job for students who want a job during their breaks from college.  You can work now after school and on weekends.  The hours are 9 to 6 Monday through Saturday and 9 to 5 on Sundays.  This allows you to still enjoy meeting up with friends in the evenings.  Part time is anywhere from 8 hours per week up to 25 hours per week.  Stop by Atlantic Seafood, or give Lisa a call at 860-388-4527.  The pay rate is $15.00 per hour.  
• Masonicare at Chester Village in Chester seeks to hire Westbrook students for several summer positions at their independent senior living community.  If you are 16 yrs old or older you may apply for positions in their dining rom, bistro, and kitchen.  Stop by the guidance office to pick up an application.   Or if you prefer, you can go to Masonicare at anytime to hear about our community and the opportunities available.  They have a variety of positions and very flexible schedules to offer interested candidates that would be conducive to academics and sports commitments.  This community is a wonderful and rewarding first job for young people as they gain experience on every level; teamwork, social, generational and business while being in a very supportive environment.  Masonicare appreciates all of the students at WHS who have worked there in the past and throughout their college years as it has been a wonderful experience for both theMasonicare staff and the residents they serve. They offer a scholarship program for students who work at least 200 hours between March 2022 and March 2023.  They look forward to meeting new students this summer!
• Chips Pub III at 24 West Main Street in Clinton is hiring bussers and hosts.  The pay is minimum wage plus tips nightly.  You can work the evening shift from 4:30 until 9p.m. or on the day shift from 12:00p.m until 4:30.  More hours during the summer months when school is out of session.  Stop by or call the Manager Ashley at 203-605-0924.  
• Essex Meadows is hiring part time servers and bussers for their dining room and for their nursing home.  You must be 16 years old to apply.  The pay rate is $14.00 per hour, and there are opportunities for scholarships if you plan to attend college after high school.  Stop by Essex Meadows office for an application, or email the Human Resources Director, Ms. Michelle Davis, at davism@essexmeadows.com.  
• Pier 76 Marina is looking for a part time, afterschool worker until school releases for the summer which can then become full-time.  No experiences is necessary.  You must have a willingness to work and to learn.  If you have some mechanical abilities, they will incorporate your skills into the work you complete. This is a great afterschool and summer job for a junior.   If you are a senior not planning to go to college in the fall, this can become permanent fulltime employment for you.  The pay rate is $14 to $15 per hour.  Call Pier 76 Marina for more information and to schedule an interview:  860-399-7122.  Come see Ms. Carson for help putting together a resume and if you would like more information about the job.    
• Essex Savings Bank seeks part-time and full time tellers.  This is a great position for a senior who is planning to study business/finance  at a community college in the fall.   They are looking for candidates who enjoy interacting with people! Written and verbal communication skills are important as well as strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Cash handling experience is helpful but not required.  There is information on their website (www.essexsavings.com) under Connect > Employment Opportunities and on Indeed. We recognize a high school student may not have all the skills that are listed but if they are interested and motivated, then we are willing to train someone.  Come see Ms. Carson for more details and for help putting together a solid resume.  
• Dunkin Donuts in Westbrook is hiring.  The manager, Michael Quinones, is a Westbrook HS graduate, and he would love to hire you!  Call him at the store at 860.399.7008. He is happy to do a Zoom or in-person interview.