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New Door Ventures on CBS 5/KCBS: Job Market Tough On Bay Area Teens

Bay Area teenagers are among those feeling the impact of a tightening market for jobs as competition heats up for even part-time work.

Dozens of local teens sought help this past week at the San Francisco Family Summer Resource Fair.

"Despite the fact that you don't necessarily have a resume or much experience, following up really matters. If you're able to follow up on that application, or that interview, that impression goes a long way," said Daniel Quon, a youth development specialist with the New Door Ventures program, which hooks up employers with at-risk teens who need work.

Employers across the country cut staffing levels by 63,000 positions last month.

For full story, see:  http://cbs5.com/business/teen.job.market.2.673320.html