The beauty of remote work is that you never have to step foot in the office. But some remote workers across the U.S. have found that when any signs of recession hits, they are the first ones to go. Without a desk to clean out or an office to walk around and say your goodbyes, remote workers can get the video call and be done with the company within 15 minutes. Some wonder if the out of sight, out of mind can be a factor that works against you when times get tight.
So, if you get the chance to make face-to-face connections, do it. If you have the option to use a hybrid schedule, it could be a game changer when inflation costs impact the bottom line. It may be too soon to know if job cuts are hitting remote workers more heavily than those in the office. But some initial surveys are showing signs that employees are anxious about getting cut due to working remotely. And maybe it’s part of the fallout from the Better.com fiasco – with mass layoffs over Zoom. Or the constant perceived distrust that employers have of their remote staff. One of the changes post pandemic is that not everyone is working from home – and that dynamic changes things. Balance your remote time with in-person connections within your organization.
Contract Opportunities to Watch: Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech has been awarded an $86 million contract to provide information technology (IT) support to mission-critical systems for the U.S. Space Force, Space Systems Command.
Under this 6.5-year contract, the Tetra Tech Federal IT Group will provide technology services for mission-critical facilities. They will provide technology systems support and integrated digital solutions.
“Tetra Tech will use its Leading with Science® approach and leverage its Federal IT resources and capabilities to support the management of these mission-critical systems,” said Tetra Tech Chairman and CEO Dan Batrack.
Key Employer in the Cleared Industry: CISA
The need for well-trained professionals to address cybersecurity for both private industry and the government is higher than ever before. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is committed to strengthening the nation’s cyber workforce through ensuring the proper resources and tools are available to build a strong pipeline of future cybersecurity leaders. Explore CISA’s career development tools and resources!
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Cleared Opportunities
It’s a great week to think about who wants to be the next apprentice. But companies offering apprenticeship programs are all over. One easy place to check out is the Department of Labor’s apprenticeship program. Participants can register with the program and get connected with employers. Sometimes, it’s not enough to get a degree – you also need experience. But internships can often be unpaid work experiences with varying results. Apprentices through the DOL’s program are paid from day one, and the position lasts for at least a year. Average annual salary rises by $8,000, and 93% of apprentices who complete the program are retained by their employer. And when looked at from a lifetime view, apprentice graduates earn $300,000 more when compared to their peers.
You don’t have to come out of college with an expert understanding in your field, but if you want longevity, you have to find the right experiences along the way. And for military members making the transition, apprenticeship roles are especially invaluable. Some programs allow you to continue earning college credits as you gain work experience. This can allow you to use your post 9/11 GI Bill benefits for housing and college, while you’re also getting paid for an apprenticeship.
