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Now Hiring Teens for BEETS Fall 2015 Internship!

WHO

WHAT

Green Jobs Training

100-Hour Internship Program

Band of Environmentally Educatedand Employable Teens

To request an application, please contact:Melissa Tang, BEETS Program [email protected] (preferred)415-298-7055

ABOUTBEETS (Band of Environmentally Educated and Employable Teens) is a green job training program for 15-19 year olds, primarily living in the Western Addition of San Francisco.

RecruitingBEETS INTERNSfor the Spring 2014 Session!

planting seeds,empowering youth

A Project of the TIDES Center

Application Deadline:

MondayJanuary 13, 2013

BEETS Gain Experience:

Interns attend job training and career development workshops, educational opportunities, and field trips throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.

Working in community gardens and parks Designing and building gardens Learning basic garden maintenance Assisting and Teaching garden classes

15 -19 year oldsliving in San Francisco.Priority given to those living in the Western Addition of San Francisco.

Training and hands-on experience in the field of green jobs.Build your resume, attend workshops and field trips.Earn ~ $8/hour stipend

WHENJanuary 28-May 1, 2014

SCHEDULE:Available M-F 3:30 PM—5:30 PM1-2 Saturdays/monthAdditional hours as scheduled

WHO

WHAT

Green Jobs Training

















Eligibility15-19 years old San Francisco resident, priority to Western Addition residentsAble to commit to shifts from Sept 24 - Dec 10, 2015Positive work ethic and motivated to succeed Legally employable in the U.S.

ScheduleSept. 24 - Dec. 10, 2015Tuesday and Thursday 3:45-5:45pm1 Additional weekday 1-2 Saturdays/month

GrowEarnSucceed

Gain Experience• Learngardenmaintenanceinyourcommunity• Developjobskills• Helpteachkidsabouttheenvironment• Learnaboutfoodjustice!Each intern earns ~$1,074 stipend depending on hours worked

Applications due Friday, Sept. 4th @ 5pm

Applications available at: www.communitygrows.orgor email [email protected]

Solicita una práctica pagada con BEETS para el otoño del 2015

WHO

WHAT

Green Jobs Training

















WHO

WHAT

Green Jobs Training

















ElegibilidadEntre 15-19 añosResidente de San Francisco, con prioridad a los habitantes del Western Addition Poseer una ética positiva de trabajo y la motivación para tener éxitoAutorizado para trabajar legalmente de EEUU

HorarioDel 24 septiembre al 10 diciembre 2015martes y jueves: 3:45pm-5:45pm+ 1 día entre semana adicional+ 1-2 sábados cada mes

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Gana Experiencia• Aprendeelmantenimientodejardinesentucomunidad

• Desarrollatushabilidadesdetrabajo• Ayudaaenseñaralosniñossobreelmedioambiente

Cada pasante gana ~$1,074, dependiendo de las horas trabajadas

Fecha límite para entregar las aplicacio-nes: viernes, 4 de septiembre @ las 5 p.m.Las solicitudes están disponibles por internet en el sitio web: [email protected] contacto

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�BEETS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM APPLICATION

FALL 2015

About BEETS BEETS (Band of Environmentally Educated and Employable Teens) is a paid internship program for teens to develop job skills through our community gardens. Interns learn how to maintain gardens and grow food, learn critical job readiness skills, and assist teaching garden classes to youth. What do BEETS Interns do?

• Maintain community and school gardens in the Western Addition • Assist garden education classes for elementary school students • Attend job training and career development workshops (past workshops include resume &

cover letter writing, job search skills, financial literacy, guest speakers) • Attend field trips (past trips include the farmer’s market, camping in the Presidio, Green

Gulch Farm, Bi-Rite Market, Pie Ranch) • Support CommunityGrows events in the community

El igibi l i ty

• 15-19 years old on September 24, 2015 • Currently living in San Francisco, with priority to Western Addition residents • Ability to attend all work shifts between September 24, 2015 – December 10, 2015 • Positive work ethic and motivation to succeed • Legally employable in the United States

Program Structure

• 100 hour internship from Sept 24, 2015 – Dec 10, 2015 (11 weeks – approx. 9hrs/week) • Tuesdays and Thursday 3:45pm-5:45pm • 1-2 Saturdays per month • 1 additional weekday shift based on availability • ~$1,074 stipend, depending on hours worked • Potential to be re-hired for up to three sessions (fall, spring, summer) if eligibility is met

(stipend amounts increase if re-hired)

Locations We mainly meet at John Muir Elementary School at 380 Webster Street. But on some days, you might be asked to work at various locations in the community:

• Koshland Community Garden – Page and Buchanan Streets, SF • Rosa Parks Elementary School Garden – 1501 O’Farrell St, SF

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• Hayward Recreation Center – Golden Gate and Laguna St., SF • Ella Hill Hutch Community Center – 1050 McAllister St., SF • Cobb Elementary School – 2725 California St., SF • African American Arts and Cultural Complex – 762 Fulton St., SF • Other locations in San Francisco

How do I Submit My Application? All Applications must be received by 5pm on Sept. 4, 2015. There are three ways to submit your applications:

1. Scan and email to [email protected] (preferred) 2. Mail to: BEETS Internship Program

C/O CommunityGrows 762 Fulton St. San Francisco, CA 94102

3. Drop off in person to 762 Fulton St. (African American Arts & Culture Complex) Mondays–Fridays 9am-8pm OR Saturdays 9:30am-5pm

What Happens After I Submit my Application? All completed applications will be reviewed and you will be contacted by phone or email if you have been selected for an interview. After the first round of interviews, we will contact you if you have been hired for the position.

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BEETS INTERNSHIP APPLICATION FALL 2015

Please fill out neatly using BLUE or BLACK ink. Contact Information Legal First Name ___________________________ Legal Middle Name _________________________

Legal Last Name ___________________________Adopted English Name ______________________ Date of Birth (Month-Day-Year) ______-_______-____________ Age ___________ Home Address ______________________________________________SF, CA 94________________ Home Phone #________-________-_________ Mobile Phone #_________-_________-__________ Email Address___________________________________________@____________________________.com Who referred you to the BEETS internship program? Contact Name _______________________________ Relationship ________________________ Organization _________________________________ Phone #_________-__________-________ Email_______________________________________

El igibi l i ty Yes No Will you be 15-19 years old on the start date of the program, Sept 24, 2015? � � Are you a resident of San Francisco? � � Are you legally able to be employed in the United States? (For example, you hold U.S. citizenship, permanent/temporary resident card, employment authorization documents, etc.)

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Can you arrive to work on-time Tuesday and Thursday from 3:45-5:45pm? (Consider the transportation time to get to worksite at 380 Webster Street)

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Do you have availability between the hours of 3:30pm-5:30pm, Monday- Friday to work at our garden classes each week?

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Can you work 1-2 Saturdays a month? � �

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Employment

List your most recent jobs: Job Title ____________________________ Organization ____________________________________ Dates Employed _____________________ Amount Paid ____________________________________ Job Title ____________________________ Organization ____________________________________ Dates Employed _____________________ Amount Paid ____________________________________

Education Name of School ___________________________ Anticipated Graduation Year _______________ Have you graduated high school? ____________ If YES, what year did you graduate? ___________ Are you currently enrolled in college? __________ If YES, what college do you attend? _______________ (It’s okay if you’re not in school too)

Availabil ity The BEETS interns meet Tuesdays, Thursdays, and 1-2 Saturdays per month. There are also 1 additional shift throughout the week that are assigned based on your availability. You MUST be able to arrive to our John Muir Elementary School office (380 Webster St.) by 3:45pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please make sure you have enough time to travel from home/school to our location. Please write in any weekly commitments you will have including school, sports, music lesson, counseling, babysitting, religious commitments, after school programs, etc.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Example: “school 8am-3:30pm basketball practice 4pm-6pm”

Example: “school 9am-2:30p”

Example: “school 8am-3:30pm basketball practice 4pm-6pm”

Example: “school 8am-11am”

Example: “school 8a-3:30p” counseling 5pm-6pm”

Example: “babysitting 6pm-10pm”

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Please list the dates of any events that will cause you to miss work during the FALL 2015 session (September 24 – December 10). Date You Leave Date You Return Reason for Missing Work

Additional Information (responses will not affect eligibility) Ethnicity __________________________________ Home Language _____________________ English Proficiency: �Fluent �Somewhat Fluent �Not Fluent Does your family qualify for free or reduced lunch? �Yes �No �Do Not Know �Does Not Apply To You Proof of Age Please ATTACH a copy of one of the following with your application:

• Unexpired CA ID Card • Driver’s License • U.S. Passport • Permanent Resident Card • Birth Certificate • School ID WITH Birthdate on the card • Any other document that legally proves your age

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Short Answer – Please provide a THOUGHTFUL & COMPLETE answer. It’s hard to get to know you if you just write one sentence. (If you run out of space, attach responses on a separate sheet of paper). 1. Why do you want to work as a BEETS intern and what do you hope to gain out of this

experience?

2. Why are you interested in learning about the environment?

3. Describe what being a “leader” means to you?

4. If you could change any issue in your community or environment, what would you change

and why?

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Checklist Please make sure you have completed all sections and requirements. � Completed the application in blue or black ink � Attached a copy of proof of age document � Contact Information � Eligibility � Employment � Education � Availability � Additional Information � Answered Short Answer Questions � Applicant Acknowledgement � Parent/Guardian Signatures (if under 18) Applicant Acknowledgment I hereby certify that the information above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification of this information can lead to the disqualification of my application. I authorize CommunityGrows staff to contact any references listed above to release information about my employment or program participation. Applicant Signature __________________________________________ Date __________________ Parent Guardian Permission (REQUIRED IF UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE)

By signing below, you (as parent/guardian of the applicant) are acknowledging the following:

• You are aware of, and consent to, your child’s participation in the BEETS program. • You give permission for CommunityGrows staff to contact you and your child about

participation in the BEETS program.

Name of Parent/Guardian _________________________________ Phone #_________-_________-_________ Parent/Guardian Signature _____________________________________ Date _____________ Address (if different from applicant) _____________________________________________________ Email ______________________________________________________________________________

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