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Taxes for Students with Summer Jobs
Do Students have to pay taxes on their summer income?
Many students may not realize they have to pay taxes on their summer income. Whether students are babysitting, mowing lawns, delivering newspapers, or other jobs, they must pay taxes on the income they've earned.
The following kinds of income often received by students are generally taxable:-Pay for services performed
-Self-employment income
-Investment income
-Certain scholarships and fellowships
Some tips on taking preventative measures:
- Know your employment classification
Ask your employer about your status and how you're being paid. Be clear about whether your employer considers you an employee or an "independent contract worker."
- Tally your tips
Tips are taxable income, so you will have to tell the IRS in 2011 what you made in tips this year. Keep a record of what you earn.
- Keep your pay stubs
Without pay stubs, employees have little to help them report their income. Often, the stubs have cumulative information, so the last one will be enough to save.
- Know what's withheld
Read your pay stubs carefully, knowing what money you receive isn't the same as knowing what money you earned.
- Be aware of tax-filing basics
Many students may be working their first job and they'll have to file taxes perhaps for the first time, so consider these tax basics
Depending on where you work, there are several different ways in which you might need to file your taxes. Be sure to do your homework to find out what tax obligations the IRS wants students who are earning income to know
Visit the FAQ at USA.gov to learn more
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Funding for Jobs In Education Receives Federal Approval
New Jobs Funding Program Approved
The Department of Education recently received approval by Congress and the President on a new federal program.
The Education Jobs Fund program is a new Federal program that provides $10 billion in assistance to states to save or create education jobs for the 2010-2011 school year.
State Governors must submit an application for funding for their state by September 9th.
Jobs funded under this program include those that provide educational and related services for early childhood, elementary, and secondary education. It will allow hiring back and retaining education job which include school librarians.
For more information, please click here to go to the Department of Education's website.
For a list of education-related job openings in and around the Tampa Bay area, click here.more -
Career and Networking Fair August 19, 2010
** Free Career and Networking Fair open to the public **
Rasmussen College will host a free Career and Networking Fair for residents of the surrounding communities at Seven Springs Golf and Country Club on August 19, 2010 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Approximately 30 companies from a variety of industries will be present and looking to fill positions with qualified candidates. Featured businesses include SCC Soft Computer, Hernando-Pasco Hospice, and the Pasco County and Pinellas County Sheriff offices. Interested parties are encouraged to attend to gain a competitive edge in the job search process.
For information please contact:
Sheila Stiles
Phone: 727-944-8602
Things to consider to make your job fair a success:
Before the Job Fair:
- Find out what businesses will be there and research them.
- Develop some questions you'd like to ask employers.
- Make sure you have proofread your resume - at least twice. (If you don't have a resume, assistance will be available.)
- Be sure your resume contains your updated contact information.
- Attire for Hire. First impressions at a job fair are important. How you represent yourself sends an immediate message to employers about how serious you are in your job search.
- Take time to talk to employers. Take time to get additional information and make an impression.
- Use your research to appear confident and knowledgeable. Do your homework!
- Have a firm handshake and maintain eye contact. Showing interest and good manners is important, regardless of the type of job you are looking for. Every employer appreciates someone who is dedicated, conscientious, and attentive.
- Follow up with a thank you note. Follow up is an important part of attending a job fair.
Find more in depth information on these tips here
Information has been provided by the Rasmussen College , EmploymentGuide.com. more -
Free Online Technology Training
Elevate Yourself:
Acquire skills and training for today's tech-driven job market
Florida's workforce partners are working with Microsoft® and their commitment to strengthen the U.S. economy by providing access to technology training for up to two million people within the next three years. Microsoft's® Elevate America was launched to support that commitment by providing one million vouchers for Microsoft E-Learning courses and select certification exams at no cost to recipients.
Vouchers are available for:- General E-Learning in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- IT Professionals or those interested in entering the IT field
- Microsoft® Certification in Office Products
Potential E-Learning candidates should have at least a basic level of computer proficiency and access to an Internet connected computer. To determine if an E-Learning voucher is right for you, please complete a simple self assessment online here.
Request a Voucher
• You may apply for E-learning and Certification exam vouchers until August 21, 2010 or while supplies last.
• Vouchers must be activated by August 21, 2010.
• Once activated, E-Learning recipients have 12 months from the date of activation to access the courses.
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Redeem a Voucher
• Certification exam voucher recipients have until August 21, 2010, to redeem the voucher and take the test.
Find a Certiport Testing Center here
FAQs
For further information, contact Michael Perchard at 727-484-3404 or Tracy Reid-Rowe at 352-200-3033.
Veteran's and their spouses can visit the Elevate American Veterans website.
* information supplied by Career Central
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SCORE Workshops for Small Business Development
Need Help for your Small Business?
SCORE is a non-profit organization that provides free services dedicated to the success of small businesses nationwide. SCORE offers hands-on help to new or existing businesses including entrepreneur education, mentoring, and funding assistance.
SCORE Counselors are volunteers made up of businessmen and women who have been successful entrepreneurs, small business owners, senior corporate executives, and experienced professionals. Their experience and expertise will offer hands-on help geared toward your situation and needs.
SCORE Workshops available through September at Pasco County Libraries:
Starting a Business:
Matching Your Ideas and Resources for Success:
Wednesday, August 11th from 5:30p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hugh Embry Library
Introduction to Quickbooks:
Tuesday, August 17th from 5:30p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Centennial Park Branch Library
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Tuesday, September 14th from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Hudson Regional Library
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Saturday, September 18th from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Land O'Lakes Library
Using Financial Tools in Starting a New Business:
Tuesday, August 24th from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Hudson Regional Library
How to Successfully Obtain a Business Loan:
Wed., September 22th from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Hugh Embry Library
Advanced Quickbooks:
Wed., September 22th from5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
South Holiday Library
How to Manage & Grow an Existing Business:
Thursday, September 23rd from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Regency Park Library
SCORE is sponsored by the US Small Business Associationmore
Source: Pasco County Public Library Cooperative: E-Government Services
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