Category: News
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JOG the Web: JOG Student Advocate Program
This summer, Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates launched its exciting new Student Advocate program designed to deepen participants’ engagement with our office and the broader community. From joining community discussion sessions to offering peer support, these advocates are making a meaningful impact both inside JOG and beyond. As the summer wrapped up, we caught up with De’Asia, Geo, and James to reflect on their experiences as JOG Student Advocates.
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Student Success Story: Geo
Recently, Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates launched its exciting new Student Advocate program, designed to deepen participants’ engagement with our office and the broader community. Student Advocates like Geo, help advocate for the needs of their peers, assist their Career Specialists and in behind-the-scenes work, as well as go into the community and represent JOG as model participants. From joining local roundtable discussions to providing peer support, these advocates are making a meaningful impact both inside JOG and beyond. One standout is Geo, whose journey reflects the leadership and growth we work to foster at JOG.
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JOG the Web: Emerging Career Fields
While many commonly discussed career paths include fields like healthcare, customer service, and manufacturing, there are other emerging career fields that often fly under the radar. Careers like these within STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) may require further education; however, these can often be accessed through company-specific training programs, certifications, or two-year degrees. Here are a few growing fields that might catch your eye.
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Student Success Story: Elijah, Follow-Up
A great part of working with young adults in the JOG program is seeing their growth over time. This is especially visible in our participants who joined us early in their academic careers. For Elijah, we’ve been able to document his “then and now,” as he was one of our first-ever Student Success Stories shared through our blog!
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JOG the Web: 2025 Summer Work Program
As spring begins to roll in, we are already starting to think about the Summer Work Program here at JOG! Helping students reach their full academic and career potential is at the heart of what we do, and this program helps us do that within our backyard! Of course, we can’t do this without the help of our amazing employer partners who offer their workplaces and provide career guidance, mentorship, and positive learning environments for our participants.
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Student Success Story: Samuel
At Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates (JOG), we are proud of the hard work and dedication our participants show in overcoming challenges and developing the skills necessary for success in the workforce. One JOG participant, Samuel, is a great example of someone who has demonstrated incredible growth and determination, despite facing numerous challenges throughout his life.
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Student Success Story: LeAnn
Taking the first step toward success can sometimes look differently than you expect. Whether it's starting a new job, trying a new hobby, or even cooking a new recipe, the journey is unique for everyone. For LeAnn, joining Jobs for Ohio's Graduates (JOG) was originally a way to spend time with friends—but it turned into a life-changing experience!
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JOG the Web: Another Year of the Same Great JOG!
Happy New Year from all of us at Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates! We are excited to share another year of professional achievement with you. To start the year off right, let’s review some of the upcoming activity for 2025.
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Student Success Story: Sam
The future is full of endless possibilities. Sometimes, pursuing one of those possibilities leads to unexpected opportunities, bringing you closer to your true passion. This is exactly what happened for Sam, who experienced a transformative journey through her work with Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates (JOG).
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Staff Interview: Julian
When we choose a career path, we often don't know exactly where it will lead. At JOG, we encourage keeping an open mind, recognizing your strengths, pursuing your passions, and making informed decisions. This philosophy extends to our staff, as well. For one of our Career Specialists, Julian, this approach led him to join the JOG team.
