The Secret of Service, Career Crystal Ball, Wilderness Firefighting Internships in Northern AZ

Today’s Video is about the healing power of service: http://nation.time.com/2013/06/20/can-service-save-us/

You’ve seen the headlines about wonderful Veterans’ groups like Team Rubicon and Mission Continues, and you know they do great things for people in need and for victims of natural disasters – but did you know these Veterans have discovered a secret?  It’s not a new prescription, or type of psychotherapy to get through depression or PTSD: Serving others can uplift you.  Read more at: http://nation.time.com/2013/06/20/can-service-save-us/ This is also why animal rescue programs like Pets for Patriots have hit a popular chord: people want to help, to have meaning in their lives, to make a difference.  Find a local volunteer program, and give your time – try it out, to see if you will feel better too.

Looking for a crystal ball that will magically tell you which career will be the best choice for you?  Well, this may not be magic, but it does give you a data-based tool, showing you what Associate degree and certificate graduates from California community colleges are paid in selected fields two and five years after graduation – which might give you some insights for your own career decisions.  There are some surprises!  Take if for a free test drive at: http://salarysurfer.cccco.edu/SalarySurfer.aspx

Training Opportunity: Student Conservation Association has internships for recent era veterans (age 21- 35). Veterans will serve in teams of 5 with other veterans from across the US and military branches. We are seeking to place 20 veterans to serve alongside the US Forest Service in the capacity of wild land firefighting and fire management in AZ & SD. This program is designed to build a direct pathway to provide veterans with necessary experience and certifications to pursue a career within the US Forest Service.  Further information regarding the program goals and member experiences can be found by clicking the following link: http://thesca.org/serve/internships/special-programs/veterans-programs

Requirements:
*age 21- 35
*physically able to perform the task
*honorably discharged
*able to function in a group of other veteran team members from across the US and military branches *provide copy of DD214

 If interested:
1) Email your interest to dwyatt@thesca.org
2) Visit http://www.thesca.org and complete the online application

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