Wednesday, January 27, 2010

MARYLAND STATE FAIR SCHOLARSHIP

Maryland State Fair Scholarship


Deadline: July 2, 2010 (postmarked by)

Amount: $2,000


In recognizing the importance of education and the participation and contributions to the Maryland State Fair, a Scholarship Program has been initiated by the Maryland State Fair. Nine Winners will be chosen for the Maryland State Fair Scholarship, and each will receive $2,000 in Scholarship money.

The applicant must be a permanent resident of the State of Maryland and an active participant in the 2010 Maryland State Fair.

The applicant must be currently enrolled in an accredited College/University or a high school senior who will be entering their freshman year in college in 2010.

The applicant is required to complete the application that includes an essay on their participation in the Maryland State Fair, the impact of this experience and how this scholarship will be beneficial in the achievement of the applicant’s career goals. In addition, letters of recommendation are required.

If additional information is needed please call the State Fair Office at 410-252-0200 ext 231 or email us at rrensor@comcast.net. Completed applications must be postmarked by July 2, 2010. Proof of enrollment to an accredited four-year college or university must be presented to the Maryland State Fair (P.O. Box 188, Timonium, MD 21094-0188) to collect on the award.

How to participate in the 2010 Maryland State Fair, please contact:

Howard (Max) Mosner, Jr.
President and General Manager
Phone: 410-252-0200
Fax: 410-561-5610
Email: msfair@msn.com

Barbara McDaniel
Secretary to the President
Phone: 410-252-0200 Ext: 223
Fax: 410-561-5610
Email: bbmcdaniel@comcast.net

Jamie Mosner-Hall
Office Manager
Phone: 410-252-0200 Ext: 224
Fax: 410-561-5610
Email: jmosner@comcast.net

D. Andrew Cashman, Sr.
Asst. General Manager
Phone: 410-252-0200
Fax: 410-561-5610
Email: msfair@msn.com

FREE Computer Classes For Adults 55 & Older

Students will learn:


* How to use a computer.

* How to stay in touch with family and friends through the Internet.

* How to apply for jobs, manage health care and finances.

* How to use the Internet to access government services.

Graduates will receive a FREE refurbished computer and may be eligible for two years of FREE Internet access!

Sign up NOW!


Call: (202) 529-3395

Email: info@byteback.org

Morning and Afternoon classes will be held at:

Woodridge Neighborhood Library
1801 Hamlin St NE

Francis Gregory Neighborhood Library
3660 Alabama Ave SE

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL INTERNSHIPS

The Architect of the Capitol has a number of summer positions open to applicants. These positions pay $12.16/hr and are available in the horticultural, archival, architectural, IT, curatariol, photographic, gardening, and accounting departments, in addition to some general office help positions. These positions are available to students attending high school, college, or entering college in September 2009 that are at least 16 years old by June 30, 2010. These positions offer great experience for young people considering entering any of the above fields.


The closing date for these announcements is February 6th, 2010.

The announcements can be viewed at http://www.aoc.gov/ under the employment tab, which will take you to the Avue application site.

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY SCHOLARSHIPS AND INTERNSHIPS

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Scholarships and Summer Internships


(Undergraduates, Graduate Students, and Faculty)


Application Deadline: February 1, 2010: DHS Summer Research Team Program for Minority Serving Institutions


* Early career faculty teamed with undergraduate and graduate students
* U.S. citizenship required
* Funding available for summer 2010
* 10-week summer research experiences at DHS Centers of Excellence
* Stipends plus transportation expenses to/from the internship location for faculty and students

Questions regarding DHS Education Programs can be sent via e-mail to dhsed@orau.org

Thursday, January 21, 2010

CAPITAL CITY DINER IS HIRING

Capital City Diner seeks experienced short order cooks with breakfast experience and waiters/waitresses/ servers. Diner or similar restaurant experience (e.g.: Denny's, IHOP, Waffle House, etc.) is preferred but not required. The diner is located in Trinidad at 1050 Bladensburg Rd NE and hopes to open in a few weeks.

Please send a resume or an e-mail summarizing your experience to jobs@capitalcitydiner.com.

Hiring for all 3 shifts:
6am-2pm Tuesday - Sunday
2pm - 10pm Tuesday- Saturday
10pm - 6am Friday & Saturday

Interviews begin January 23rd, so please reply soon if interested.

If you know of a qualified person who does not have access to e-mail, he/she may apply by sending a resume or written summary of experience to: Hiring Manager, c/oAshburn Foods LLC, PO Box 48285, Washington, DC 20002.



Contact:
Matt & Patrick
Capital City Diner
diner@capitalcitydiner.com

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

GREEN JOB TRAINING

30 slots are available for those individuals that are interested in green job training.

Requirements:
- Entry test which is at an 8th grade test level
- Valid ID
- Those with criminal records they are still eligible for the program.


Place: Central Union Mission (14th and R st, NW)
Date: January 21,2010
Time: 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm


CONTACT:
David Crocker
ROOTS, Inc.
(240) 304-1532.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT NATIONALS PARK (BASEBALL STADIUM)

Pre-screening will take place on Thursday January 21, 2010

Franklin Career Center
1500 Franklin Street, N.E.
Washington, D.C. 20017
10:00am - 12:00pm

Job Opportunities:

Elevator Operators/Lobby Hosts ($9.00/hr.)


Duties:
• Control ingress and egress around elevator lobby area
• Operate elevator to transport passengers and freight
• Assist persons with disabilities
• Provide general ballpark information to passengers
• Ensure proper passenger/freight weight restrictions are followed
• Duties assigned by the Director of Guest Services

Fixed Guards ($8.25/hr.)

Duties:
• Monitor all fixed gates, and entrances/exits
• Control personnel access to controlled area
• Detect trespassing violations and attempted thievery
• Monitor barriers to ensure that they are closed/ locked or open/unlocked
• Notify ballpark security and/or D.C. Metropolitan Police
• Provide accurate directions and information to guests
• Duties assigned by the Director of Guest Services

Applicants must:

- Be 18 years or older
- Pass a criminal background check and a mandatory drug test
- Dress professionally

Employer will conduct interviews at the National Park

Friday, January 15, 2010

ARLINGTON CAREER FAIR 1/22/2010

Arlington Career Fair

Friday, January 22, 2010

Holiday Inn Arlington
4610 N. Fairfax Drive
Arlington, VA 22203
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

To register go to http://eastcoastcareerfairs.com/

Thursday, January 14, 2010

IMMEDIATE HELP NEEDED IN HAITI - PAID OPPORTUNITIES

ACET, Inc. has received an immediate request to provide assistance to the devastation from the recent earthquake that has befallen the nation of Haiti. We are looking for anyone interested in going to Haiti to help for a 3- 6 month period. There are no particular skills sets defined at this point, except the willingness to help wherever needed. We will be presenting folks and highlighting their unique skills and trade qualifications, so if the opportunity to help in your area exists – it will be noted and presented. As you can well imagine, any skill that you may have – can be of great help.


Typical skill sets needed:

* Carpenters

* Masons

* Electricians

* Medical Personnel

* Communications

* Builders

* Heavy Equipment Operators

* Plumbers

* Logistics


THIS IS NOT A VOLUNTEER REQUEST – you will be paid for the work you do. This is a temporary employment assignment that will include travel, expenses, remuneration with an understanding that housing accommodations will be very basic. All that is needed at this point is a passport or ability to obtain one ASAP.

This is a unique opportunity to make a difference to the people of Haiti!



Onekqua Beverly
Corporate Recruiter/Security Specialist
ACET, Inc.
301-861-5023 (Office)
301-885-3199 (Fax)
otbeverly@adamscomm.com
http://www.adamscomm.com/

Monday, January 11, 2010

OPERATIONS SPY GUIDE (PART-TIME) - SPY MUSEUM

Title: Operations Spy Guide


Seasonal – Part-time positions

Have you been told you have an engaging personality, a flair for the dramatic and a gift for working with teams? If so, this may just be the job for you!

This cutting edge exhibition will bring a true-to-life spy operation to the public. Role-playing as a Special Operations Officer, you will guide and facilitate guests through various missions filled with action, adventure and intrigue. This live-action experience will challenge you to improvise and react quickly to changing group dynamics. It is your mission to ensure the experience is as fun and as exciting as it can be!

Use your dramatic talent and outgoing personality to ensure that the experience is as exciting and fun as it can be! Use your public speaking experience to improvise and react quickly to group dynamics as guests’ journey through their missions.

Credentials:

Ø At least six months of customer service experience

Ø Past experience in the dramatic arts or extensive public speaking

Ø Proven ability to communicate well within group settings

Ø An engaging, outgoing personality

Ø Mandatory criminal background check, credit check, and drug test required for this seasonal/temporary position.

Availability: In order to be considered for the position, you must be available to work at least 25 hours per week including weekends and evenings. You should be available for mandatory training on 20 & 21 and 27 & 28 February.

E-mail resume to humanresources@spymuseum.org or Fax: 202.393.7797

Mail to:

Human Resources
The International Spy Museum
800 F Street, NW
Washington , DC 20004

ASSISTANT PROGRAM COORDINATOR - FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION

TARGET: DC area Graduate students who may be interested in a full-time Federal job that can lead to a long-term career.


Looking for a graduate student for a full-time job helping to manage a national Awards Program in the Federal Highway Administration’s Office of Human Resources in Washington, D.C.

Position Title: Assistant Program Coordinator.

Duties would include:

- Drafting letters soliciting for award nominations

- Tracking incoming award nominations and coordinating with nominators

- Reviewing and editing nominations and approving them in an automated system

- Helping to plan awards ceremonies where agency leaders recognize award winners

- Assisting with program management functions

- Performing related administrative duties & customer-service

The ideal candidate:

- Has strong writing or editing skills

- Is well-organized & detail-oriented

- Enjoys event-planning

- Enjoys interacting with customers that include senior officials

- Is studying or has studied English, Human Resource Management, or Public Administration (all majors will be considered)

- Is interested in the possibility of long-term employment upon graduation

- Is available to work full-time -- about 40 hours a week -- with flexible scheduling available

Salary & Benefits:

Depending on experience and education, we’d be hiring at the grade level 7 or 9. Therefore, the full-time salary would be roughly $ 41,000 to $ 50,000 annually, which equates to about $20 to $24 per hour. Paid time off will begin to accrue immediately. Health and life insurance are available, as well as training and development opportunities.

Contact:

Michele Moorehead-Lee
Office of Human Resources
Federal Highway Administration
Michele.Moorehead-Lee@dot.gov
202 366-2858

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

THE BOZZUTO GROUP - OPPORTUNITIES

http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.allpositions&company_id=15984&version=1

IT SECURITY POSITIONS AT FT. MEADE

Immediate need to fill 10 IT positions at Ft Meade (Laurel, MD). The 10 IT positions require potential candidates to posses a TS/SCI with a poly clearance.

For more information, please contact Paul Stanard at (301) 792-0085 or paul_stanard@yahoo.com

Monday, January 4, 2010

TOM JOYNER SCHOLARSHIP

Graduating High School Seniors Can Win Full Scholarship to a Black College

Tom Joyner’s Foundation is now accepting applications for the scholarship that will cover all the expenses of one student planning to attend a Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) in the fall of 2010.

Students will receive full tuition and stipends for up to 10 semesters to cover room and board (on-campus only) and books up. Students must meet the required academic standards each semester to renew the funds each year. Graduating high school seniors can apply for the scholarship by going to ttp://www.blackamericaweb.com/?q=promo/14223

To be eligible, students must meet the following criteria:

1) A United States Citizen

2) Current high school seniors attending school in the United States (applicant must be anticipating completion of high school degree in the spring of 2010).

3) Minimum high school grade point average of 3.50 (on a 4.00 grade scale, excluding home school studies) and Minimum SAT score of 1300 – combined math and verbal score/ or ACT score of 28.

4) Applicants must have applied and accepted to an HBCU by July 1, 2010.

5) Applicants must have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities.

The applications must be postmarked no later than January 23rd, 2010. The winner will be announced on April 2, 2010. Please submit any questions to fullridescholar@blackamericaweb.com

For more information about scholarships and the college planning process, please order a copy of “Tom Joyner’s How to Prepare for College”, (By Thomas LaVeist, Wil LaVeist and Tom Joyner, Tom Joyner Foundation Inc. and Amber Books Publishing, $15) at http://amberbooks.com