Linda Sánchez Helps Mentor Job Corps Student (July 1 2011)

Washington, DC –Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez this week hosted a Long Beach Job Corps student to provide career guidance as part of "Mentor a Job Corps Student Day." Bonswi Sims, a student from La Mirada, spent a day in the Congresswoman's District Office to experience how a Congressional office operates.

"I am a big supporter of programs like these," said Congresswoman Sánchez. "It was great to have Bonswi in the office so that she can see firsthand what a Congressional office does. I am always inspired when I meet with Job Corps students. Job Corps provides students with technical training and practical skills that will serve their students as they enter the workforce or continue their educations. These are the kinds of programs that deserve federal funding, and I will continue to fight for them in Washington."

As part of her day in the Congresswoman's office, Bonswi took a tour of the district office, met the staff, and learned how the office operates. She also sat down with Congresswoman Sánchez to discuss her career aspirations. She did some office tasks, including identifying local news stories to be compiled in the daily news clips packet.

"'Mentor a Job Corps Student Day' is a wonderful way for our trainees to learn about the world of work," said Sandy Annino, Long Beach Job Corps Center Business and Community Liaison. "It gives them the opportunity to practice their newly-acquired skills within a real work setting, ask questions, learn more about employer expectations, and see firsthand what a workday in the life of a busy legislator is like."

Bonswi says she plans on going to college to study child development. She says her ultimate dream job is would be in daycare.

For a picture of Bonswi and Congresswoman Sánchez, click here.