Job Search Seminars by Workforce Solutions - June through September

JUNE 2012

Creating a Résumé / Completing the Application: You may have the skills the employer is looking for and never get to the interview if your resume does not highlight those skills. Develop a professional résumé that will match your skills and experience to the job and employer you are looking for. Most employers will ask you to complete an employment application, even if you have a great résumé. Learn how to complete an application for employment thoroughly, accurately, and neatly.

June 5th, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Walter NL, 7660 Clarewood
June 7th, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Looscan NL, 2510 Willowick
June 14th, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Johnson NL, 3517 Reed. Rd.
June 21st, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Johnson NL, 3517 Reed. Rd.
June 26th, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Montrose NL, 4100 Montrose

Interviewing: Get advice on effective interviewing techniques, respond appropriately to common interview questions, and negotiate salary and benefits for your new job. 　 Ensure that your chances of getting the job offer are high!

June 12th, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Walter NL, 7660 Clarewood

Landing that First Job: Many youth will find a first job this year and some will also find their future careers. This workshop is designed to help youth find a first job and learn how to build experience that will launch their careers.

June 28th, 2 – 3:30 p.m. , Johnson NL, 3517 Reed. Rd.

Rebranding Your Skills: Expand your job search prospects by rebranding your skills. 　This workshop will teach you to identify the skills you have gained in the past and present them in a way that catches the attention of employers that can move you to a new job or a new industry.

June 19th, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Walter NL, 7660 Clarewood

JULY 2012

Landing that First Job: Many youth will find a first job this year and some will also find their future careers. This workshop is designed to help youth find a first job and learn how to build experience that will launch their careers.

July 5th, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Johnson NL, 3517 Reed. Rd.

Creating a Resume / Completing the Application: You may have the skills the employer is looking for and never get to the interview if your resume does not highlight those skills. Develop a professional resume that will match your skills and experience to the job and employer you are looking for. Most employers will ask you to complete an employment application, even if you have a great résumé. Learn how to complete an application for employment thoroughly, accurately, and neatly.

July 10th, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Alief Regional Library, 7979 S. Kirkwood
July 24th,, 10 – 11:30 a.m. , Heights NL, 1302 Heights Blvd.
July 26th, 2 – 3:30 p.m. , Montrose NL, 4100 Montrose Blvd.

Evaluate Your Skills & Develop a Plan: Over 80% of job applicants can’t describe their skills! Can you? This seminar will help you determine your marketable skills, learn to effectively communicate your skills and identify your employment priorities. What is your plan to find your next job? Are you getting the results you want? 　This seminar will help you identify effective ways to look for a job, create a daily job search schedule, and develop goals for your job search.

July 12th, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Johnson NL, 3517 Reed. Rd.

Interviewing: Get advice on effective interviewing techniques, respond appropriately to common interview questions, and negotiate salary and benefits for your new job. 　 Ensure that your chances of getting the job offer are high!

July 17th, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Alief Regional Library, 7979 S. Kirkwood
July 31st, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Heights NL, 1302 Heights Blvd.

Rebranding Your Skills: Expand your job search prospects by rebranding your skills. 　This workshop will teach you to identify the skills you have gained in the past and present them in a way that catches the attention of employers that can move you to a new job or a new industry.

July 19th, 2 – 3:30 p.m. , Montrose NL, 4100 Montrose Blvd.

AUGUST 2012

Evaluate Your Skills & Develop a Plan: Over 80% of job applicants can’t describe their skills! Can you? This seminar will help you determine your marketable skills, learn to effectively communicate your skills and identify your employment priorities. What is your plan to find your next job? Are you getting the results you want? 　This seminar will help you identify effective ways to look for a job, create a daily job search schedule, and develop goals for your job search.

August 7th, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Young NL, 5260 Griggs Rd., Palm Center

Creating a Resume / Completing the Application: You may have the skills the employer is looking for and never get to the interview if your resume does not highlight those skills. Develop a professional resume that will match your skills and experience to the job and employer you are looking for. Most employers will ask you to complete an employment application, even if you have a great résumé. Learn how to complete an application for employment thoroughly, accurately, and neatly.

August 2nd, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Frank Express Library, 10103 Fondren
August 14th, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Young NL, 5260 Griggs Rd., Palm Center
August 23rd, 2 – 3:30 p.m., J Mancuso NL, 6767 Bellfort
August 30th, 2 – 3:30 p.m., J Mancuso NL, 6767 Bellfort

Using the Internet: Many job seekers spend time on the Internet. Is there really an employer on the other side of the screen? Learn how to use the Internet effectively in your job search and research labor market information to identify occupations that are growing and have openings.

August 9th, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Frank Express Library, 10103 Fondren

Rebranding Your Skills: Expand your job search prospects by rebranding your skills. 　This workshop will teach you to identify the skills you have gained in the past and present them in a way that catches the attention of employers that can move you to a new job or a new industry.

August 21st, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Young NL, 5260 Griggs Rd., Palm Center

Interviewing: Get advice on effective interviewing techniques, respond appropriately to common interview questions, and negotiate salary and benefits for your new job. 　 Ensure that your chances of getting the job offer are high!

August 16th, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Mancuso NL, 6767 Bellfort
August 28th, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Young NL, 5260 Griggs Rd., Palm Center

SEPTEMBER 2012

Evaluate Your Skills & Develop a Plan: Over 80% of job applicants can’t describe their skills! Can you? This seminar will help you determine your marketable skills, learn to effectively communicate your skills and identify your employment priorities. What is your plan to find your next job? Are you getting the results you want? 　This seminar will help you identify effective ways to look for a job, create a daily job search schedule, and develop goals for your job search.

September 11th, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Montrose NL, 4100 Montrose Blvd.

Creating References, Cover and Thank You Letters: Learn how to create a job reference page, a professional cover letter to accompany your resume, and to write a thank you letter to employers with whom you’ve interviewed.

September 18th, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Montrose NL, 4100 Montrose Blvd.

Creating a Resume / Completing the Application: You may have the skills the employer is looking for and never get to the interview if your resume does not highlight those skills. Develop a professional resume that will match your skills and experience to the job and employer you are looking for. Most employers will ask you to complete an employment application, even if you have a great résumé. Learn how to complete an application for employment thoroughly, accurately, and neatly.

September 6th, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Mancuso NL, 6767 Bellfort
September 13th, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Frank Express Library, 10103 Fondren
September 25thth, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Mancuso NL, 6767 Bellfort
September 27th, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Johnson NL, 3517 Reed. Rd.

Using the Internet: Many job seekers spend time on the Internet. Is there really an employer on the other side of the screen? Learn how to use the Internet effectively in your job search and research labor market information to identify occupations that are growing and have openings.

September 20th, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Frank Express Library, 10103 Fondren

Workforce Solutions Job Search Seminars - June

Please spread the word about Workforce Solutions Job Search Seminars!

Tuesday, June 5th, 10 – 11:30 am, Creating a Résumé/Completing the Application, Walter NL

Thursday, June 7th, 2 – 3:30 pm, Creating a Résumé/Completing the Application, Looscan NL

Tuesday, June 12th, 10 – 11:30 am, Interviewing, Walter NL

Thursday, June 14th, 2 – 3:30 pm, Creating a Résumé/Completing the Application, Johnson NL

Tuesday, June 19th, 10 – 11:30 am, Rebranding Your Skills, Walter NL

Thursday, June 21st, 2 – 3:30 pm, Creating a Résumé/Completing the Application, Johnson NL

Tuesday, June 26th, 10 – 11:30 am, Creating a Résumé/Completing the Application, Montrose NL

Thursday, June 28th, 2 – 3:30 pm, Finding That First Job, Johnson NL

Thank you!
Mary

Workforce Development: Workforce Solutions Seminars

Please spread the word about the wonderful Workforce Solutions Job Search Seminars that are scheduled during May at these locations:

Tue morning, 10 – 11:30 am: May 8th, Creating a Resume/Completing the Application, Tuttle NL: 702 Kress
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Thu afternoon, 2 – 3:30 pm: May 10th, Using the Internet, Hillendahl: 2436 Gessner

Tue morning, 10 – 11:30 am: May 15th, Creating a Resume/Completing the Application, Scenic Woods: 10677 Homestead

Tue morning, 10 – 11:30 am: May 22nd, Interviewing, Scenic Woods: 10677 Homestead

Tue morning, 10 – 11:30 am: May 29th, Creating a Resume/Completing the Application, Kashmere: 5411 Pardee

Thu afternoon, 2 – 3:30 pm: May 31st, Creating a Resume/Completing the Application, Heights: 1302 Heights Blvd.

Thank you so much for promoting these programs and special services!

Mary

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