About 1,000 teenagers filled the Robert Crown Community Center to apply for summer jobs. Above, volunteer Scooter Potamites (pointing at left) shows students the types of jobs being offered at the Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program Job Fair. More than 60 organizations — including city departments and private businesses — sent representatives to interview students one-on-one at individual tables. First they were given job tips and then directed into the gym for interviews Greg King, who oversees program, expects more than 500 students (ages 14 to 18) will find work. (Photo by Richard Cahan.)
“I’m looking for a child care job like a camp counselor,” said Selam Dejene (left), a sophomore at Evanston Township High School, as she waited in line. Several day camps were recruiting, as well as places like BMO Bank, Mustard’s Last Stand and Valli Produce. Credit: Richard CahanDeputy Fire Chief William Muno and Kendra Meyer, the department’s lead administrator, interview students. The department expects to hire one or two students this summer. Credit: Richard CahanCity Clerk Stephanie Mendoza talks to applicants. The students are prepared, said Greg King. “We remind them that these employees are not here to grill you.” Credit: Richard CahanSome parents, like Gil Simsic, waited downstairs for their kids. “I think this is a very good idea,” said Simsic, an electrical engineer. “I told him to be himself.” Credit: Richard Cahan
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