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"What Do You Think About?" New York: General Electric, c.1956. Single vol. (11" by 8.5"), pp. 8, illus. in self wrps. Encourages teens to think for themselves, be social, and develop an interest in politics: "Your attitude on these three subjects could have much to do with your success in life after you finish school". Illus. with images of wholesome young people throughout.
"General Electric's Answer to Four Why's". New York: General Electric, c.1957. Single vol. (11" by 8.5"), pp. 12, illus. in self wrps. The four main questions are: Why stick to your studies? Why work? Why study English? Why read?
“General Electric's Answer to Three Why's". New York: General Electric, c.1957. Single vol. (11" by 8.5"), pp. 12, illus. in self wrps. The three main questions are: Why study math? Why study science? Why look into engineering?
"Start planning NOW for you career". New York: General Electric, c.1958. Single vol. (11" by 8.5"), pp. 8, illus., original self wrps. Emphasizes importance of early preparation for college admissions, with three steps for admissions success.
"Career Opportunities at General Electric". New York: General Electric, c.1968. Single vol. (11" by 8.5"), pp. 34, photo illus., stapled in original illus. wrps. Accompanied by printed application for campus interview (bifolium, 11" by 8.5"). Promotes GE as a an employer, giving an overview of the different departments and opportunities (engineering, manufacturing, marketing, sales, financing, math and computers). Overview of what to expect in an interview. Very good. Some toning, water staining to final pamphlet.
Careers at General Electric -- Five (5) Publications Courting Young Talent, 1956-1968
A valuable look into the growing career opportunities for young people interested in STEM at this time, and General Electric's savvy efforts to engage young talent.
New York, New York: General Electric, 1956-1968. A grouping of five (5) publications by General Electric, courting young talent and encouraging teens and young adults to pursue higher education in preparation for fulfilling careers in science and technology. Note that each of the publications encourages critical thinking, and focuses not only on recruitment (though that, of course, is one of GE's goals here), but on developing strong minds: "Published in the interests of developing competent, clear-thinking people to help meet the problems of tomorrow-- not only as potential employees of industries like General Electric but as citizens in a democratic world." The items include:"What Do You Think About?" New York: General Electric, c.1956. Single vol. (11" by 8.5"), pp. 8, illus. in self wrps. Encourages teens to think for themselves, be social, and develop an interest in politics: "Your attitude on these three subjects could have much to do with your success in life after you finish school". Illus. with images of wholesome young people throughout.
"General Electric's Answer to Four Why's". New York: General Electric, c.1957. Single vol. (11" by 8.5"), pp. 12, illus. in self wrps. The four main questions are: Why stick to your studies? Why work? Why study English? Why read?
“General Electric's Answer to Three Why's". New York: General Electric, c.1957. Single vol. (11" by 8.5"), pp. 12, illus. in self wrps. The three main questions are: Why study math? Why study science? Why look into engineering?
"Start planning NOW for you career". New York: General Electric, c.1958. Single vol. (11" by 8.5"), pp. 8, illus., original self wrps. Emphasizes importance of early preparation for college admissions, with three steps for admissions success.
"Career Opportunities at General Electric". New York: General Electric, c.1968. Single vol. (11" by 8.5"), pp. 34, photo illus., stapled in original illus. wrps. Accompanied by printed application for campus interview (bifolium, 11" by 8.5"). Promotes GE as a an employer, giving an overview of the different departments and opportunities (engineering, manufacturing, marketing, sales, financing, math and computers). Overview of what to expect in an interview. Very good. Some toning, water staining to final pamphlet.
Price: $525.00
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