Hōkūpaʻa Updates
Resources, community news, and bright spots.
Stories from the Field: West Hawaiʻi Inaugural Finale Event & Hiring Blitz
We are always excited to volunteer with the West Hawai‘i Department of Education for their often innovative college, career, and training exploration events. This time, ClimbHI was the main partner, hosting a career fair focused on helping seniors (although juniors were also included, for a total of ~120 students from 6 high schools in North and West Hawai‘i) make connections to take their next steps for after graduation.
Career Conversation: Lisa DeSantis of Hawai'i Public Health Institute & Kokua Harvest
Hōkūpaʻa invited Lisa to chat because of growing public interest around the importance of sustainable food systems and public health. Lisa is passionate about the importance of these intertwined systems, and also shares Hōkūpaʻa’s mission for engaging and empowering youth to sustain their communities.
NAVIGATING PRE-EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS: INTERNSHIPS, APPRENTICESHIPS, AND MENTORSHIP
You’ve probably heard of internships, apprenticeships, and mentorship. Perhaps you’ve heard of “pre-apprenticeship” or something like “employability training." What do they all have in common? They will help you gain skills and experience employers look for — and often demand, even for so-called entry level positions.
STORIES FROM THE FIELD: PARTNERING TO HOST VIRTUAL CAREER FAIRS FOR WEST HAWAII PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Last fall, nobody knew how long distance learning would be the norm. We decided not to wait around, and talked to our partners. West Hawaii Complex Area’s awesome district office was willing to rapidly produce a pilot virtual event together.
VOCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY: JANUARY CAREER FAIRS
You may be thinking that people still in school wouldn’t be interested in a “job fair”. But it can be very helpful to see who’s hiring and learn what fields are in-demand.
Vocational Resource: Hawaiʻi is Hiring
Find information on many aspects of planning for a first or new career, including information on different fields, job outlook, necessary education, where to get training, and where to get hired. The site also compiles economic relief resources as well as upcoming opportunities like virtual job fairs.