Salish Kootenai College Career Services, Student Support Services, Indigenous Math and Science Institute (IMSI), and Lake County Job Service would like to
invite you to participate in our

2009 Career/Job Fair;
Tuesday, February 24, 2009.

The Career/Job Fair will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
at the Joe McDonald Health and Wellness Center.

Representatives from local, state and national organizations who will offer: full and part-time employment, summer employment, as well as internships and career opportunities. This is a great event for recruiters/employers to meet high school and college student or any other applicants looking for careers.

Last year 78 employment/recruitment agencies participated in the SKC Career/Job Fair. SKC Career Services would like all students to have exposure to explore job opportunities in their fields of study as well as other areas of interest. This can be accomplished by participating in the Career/Job Fair, by meeting potential employers, and visiting with representatives from at least 50 different careers.

Looking for work? There will also be employers on hand to hire at the 2009 Career/Job fair.

In conjunction with the 2009 SKC Career/Job Fair, Career Services will be providing workshops at the new Arlee/Charlo Theater from 10:30 a.m. –2:40 p.m. Workshop topics will include:

The Career Center is a place where students can locate information about educational opportunities, services such as tutoring and financial assistance, career preparation, and job placement. The following is a list of Career Center services.

• Career Counseling and Advising:
  Set up an appointment to discuss your career goals, opportunities and decisions. Personal counseling is also available... no appointment necessary.
• Scholarships:
  The Career Center provides scholarship assistance funded by the American Indian College Fund, SKC employee donations, endowments and the SKC scholarship program. Scholarships are awarded fall and Winter Quarters. The Career Center provides applications for these and national scholarships, as well as assistance to complete the applications, including essays and letters of recommendation.
• Tutoring:
  The Career Center provides tutors to students upon request to help with academic subjects in all areas.
• Emergency Assistance:
  Emergency financial assistance is available on a case-by-case basis. This assistance is provided through the Angel Fund, American Indian Education Foundation, and SKC employee contributions.
• Federal Work Study:
  This is a Title IV program that provides employment for students who are in need of earnings to help defray the cost of their education. To be eligible, a student must show demonstrated need, be enrolled in school, and must be making satisfactory academic progress while employed. Students are eligible to work 20 hours per week maximum. Most work sites are on campus. See us for an application.
• Choose a Career:
  The Career Center administers the Kuder Career Planning System. This is an Internet based assessment program that will help you determine if you are in the field that best suits you. There are video clips available for hundreds of careers and you will have the opportunity to complete an on-line resume for submission to hundreds of employers in the surrounding area in your particular field of study!
• Career Library:
  The Career Lab is equipped with career information, a reference library that consists of books, pamphlets, videos, magazines, computers, and career specific references.
• Job Bulletins:
  The Center maintains bulletin boards with current job listings from tribal, local, state, and federal government agencies and private entities. The Center has updated applications for these jobs, and provides assistance in completing applications.
• Job Search, Placement, & Job Placement Files:
  The career staff can help you prepare for the right job with resume writing, cover letters, interviewing techniques, and portfolios. You may also request a placement file that contains a copy of your resume, cover letter, and reference letters to provide potential employers.
• Cooperative Education:
  This is a course that applies academic learning at a specific work site through an internship. Students earn college credits for time spent working. An internship lasts ten weeks and students can take 3 to 12 credits per quarter. Students will be matched in a relevant field of study. A number of tribal, federal, and state organizations, including SKC, provide student placements.
• Computer Lab
  The Career Center has ten computers and two typewriters available for student use.
• Personal Counseling & Referrals:
  The Center provides limited personal counseling and refers students to social service and other agencies for additional assistance to meet student needs.
• NACTEP Student Assistance
  The Career Center is funded, in part, through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education, Native American Career and Technical Education Program (NACTEP). While this grant serves tribal members in Information Technology, Digital Arts & Design, Engineering Graphics, Nursing, Dental Assisting Technology, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, and Highway Construction Training, Career Services are available to all SKC students in all disciplines at no cost.

Roger McClure
Career Services Director
(406) 275-4713
roger_mcclure@skc.edu

Ellie McLeod
Career Services Coordinator
(406) 275-4825
ellie_mcleod@skc.edu

Terri Cordier
Career Services Administrative Assistant
(406) 275-4824
terri_cordier@skc.edu

Andrew Zimmer
Career Lab Monitor & Student Senate President
(406) 275-4826
andrew_zimmer@skc.edu

Allen Addison
Student Support Services (SSS) Data Specialist, Instructor
(406) 275-4980
allen_addison@skc.edu

Carol Julius
Student Support Services (SSS) Advisor
(406) 275-4831
carol_julius@skc.edu

Salish Kootenai College
PO Box 70
52000 Hwy 93
Pablo, Mt 59855
(406) 275-4824
Fax: (406) 275-4804

2007-2008

Click here for a Listing of Scholarships (PDF)

SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED BY SALISH KOOTENAI COLLEGE

Salish Kootenai College is pleased to offer a variety of scholarships, such as the American Indian College Fund, SKC Foundation, and SKC Employees.  These scholarships are to honor and promote academic excellence among its present and potential students (returning students, transfer-in students, and high school graduates).  The scholarships range from $100 to $2,000.  Students must be enrolled at Salish Kootenai College for twelve (12) credits to be eligible, and must maintain a 2.00 Grade Point Average or better to keep the scholarship.

Awards will be made on the basis of:

1. Scholastic history, leadership, accomplishments, and potential.
2. Personal attitude, enthusiasm, and goals stated in essay.
3. Financial Need.
4. RECENT Letters of Recommendation (Must be new letters).
5. Appearance of application (typed).
6. Personal characteristics, volunteerism, and activism.

Scholarship awards will be distributed in one-third payments each quarter unless otherwise specified.

Download application for 2007/2008 academic years

The Salish Kootenai College Tutoring Program believes they can contribute to the academic growth of one or more of its students.  They will do their best to help the tutee(s) understand the subject matter in which they are working and to encourage the student(s) to do their best in college as well as in the program. 

2007-2008 Forms are ready for download

• Request for Tutoring Services (PDF)
• Recommendation to Receive Tutoring (PDF)
• Tutoring Procedures (PDF)
• Fall Quarter 2007 - Tutor Time Sheets Due (PDF)
• Tutor Contract (PDF)
• Tutor Application (PDF)
• Individual Tutor Record (PDF)
• Group Tutoring Record (PDF)

TUTOR’S CODE OF ETHICS

1. Subject proficiency and knowledge are a top priority in my task as a tutor.
2. My major motivation is building my student’s self-confidence.
3. My student receives my total attention.
4. The language we share is mutually understandable.
5. I am able to admit my own weaknesses and seek assistance.
6. I respect my student’s personal dignity and accept them without judgement.
7. I encourage my students without false hope or flattery.
8. I strive for mutual openness and honesty as I tutor.
9. I do not impose my personal values or lifestyles upon my students.
10. I do not use tutoring time to proselytize my belief system.

Federal Work Study Program (FWS)

The Federal Work Study program is a Title IV program which provides employment to undergraduate students who are in need of such earnings in order to help meet the cost of their education. Federal Work Study also provides practical working experience to complement the student’s academic studies. To be eligible, a student must show demonstrated need, be enrolled, and must be making satisfactory academic progress while employed.

Whenever possible, the Federal Work Study award places the student in the area of the student’s educational objectives. Hourly pay rates comply with minimum wage laws and vary with the type of work and the student’s experience and capabilities. Employment may be on or off campus.

Applications for Federal Work Study are available from the Career Center. Students should return the applications to the Career Center. Students may then be contacted for an interview or to set up a work schedule. Students are expected to perform their work assignments in a responsible and mature manner. They are required to comply with the directions of their supervisors and to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with their responsibilities. Students who fail to perform in a satisfactory manner will be removed from their assignment and possibly form the program.

The Federal Work Study employee is expected to perform as follows:

1. Agrees to remain on the job the duration of the period certified.
2. Must notify his or her employer when illness or some other unforeseen circumstance prevents the student’s attendance at work.
3. Must give adequate notice to the employer, Career Center and Financial Aid Offices when terminating the Federal Work Study employment.
4. Must notify the Financial Aid Office during the period of the Federal Work Study award of any changes in additional resources which might affect eligibility as shown on the students Federal Work Study award. For example, additional scholarships or resources for education purposes.

The Financial Aid Office reserves the right to modify the conditions of the Federal Work Study Program at any time. Such modifications may include: reducing the maximum hours of work per week to a lesser number or completely terminate the Federal Work Study Program prior to the date initially scheduled as the termination date, if necessary, due to availability of funds.

Federal Work Study
Guide Lines

1. Work Study positions are open to all students who have an unmet financial need who are maintaining satisfactory academic progress and are not on financial aid suspension or academic suspension.
2. Work Study positions will not exceed twenty hours per week during a quarter. You can work forty hours per week during quarter breaks.
3. Work Study positions need to be treated as a regular job.
4. You will be asked to fill out a Work Study application and select your area(s) of job site preference.     
5. Completed Work Study applications will be reviewed by a person from the job sites listed and a person from the Career Center Staff, to match student’s interest with the job sites available.
6. Interviews will be set up for the positions offered.
7. The interviews will be conducted by the supervisor of the open position. Position guidelines and expectations will be discussed during the interview.
8. You will be notified of the outcome of your interview.
9. Students who are hired cannot start work until all required paper work is completed at the Career Center. You will need to provide a copy of a pictured ID, social security card or birth certificate.
10. You will be given timesheets with pay schedule dates on them. The timesheets will need to be turned in by your supervisor to Jeannie Burland at the Kenmille building in the financial aid office by 12:00 on the due date.
11. You are responsible for contacting your supervisor when you will be late or when you will miss work. Unreported absences will be reason for termination of position. You will not be eligible for a work study position for the rest of the school year.
12. Remember Work Study positions are there to help the student and the department. If there are any problems with the Work Study site, talk to your supervisor or come to the Career Center. Have a good Year!