A. ACC Student Success Workshops

B. Workforce Job Search Seminars

C. Workforce Career Fairs

D. Austin 360 Statesman Jobs Career Center

E. Skill Point Alliance

Event Name:

The Employment Marketplace (Recurs weekly)

Event Type:

Job Fair

Begins:

Thursday:  July 3, 2008 at 9:30 a.m.

Ends:

Thursday:  July 3, 2008 at 11:00 a.m.

Description:

The Employment Marketplace "where one stop shopping leads to a brighter tomorrow". Employers accepting applications! This will be located on the resource floor. There will be multiple employers allowed to interview. Meet one-on-one with employers who are currently hiring new workers. 

Event Name:

The Employment Marketplace (Recurs each Week)

Event Type:

Job Fair

Begins:

Tuesday:  July 1, 2008 at 9:30 a.m.

Ends:

Tuesday:  July 1, 2008 at 11:00 a.m.

Description:

"The Employment Marketplace" where one-stop shopping leads to a brighter tomorrow. Weekly - Opportunity to network with local employers. Meet one-on-one with employers who are currently hiring new workers. 

Workshop

Description

Time

Project RIO Orientation

Re-employment planning for ex-offenders

10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Job Search Planning & Accountability

This free seminar will show you how to kick start your job search. Topics covered are: Marketing Yourself, Managing & Maximizing Your Job Search, and Time Management

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm

Learn WorkinTexas.com

Learn how to use WorkInTexas.com – Workforce Solutions’ online job matching tool, for your job search.

11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

OR

2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Basic Computer Lab

This free training will teach you the basics of how to use a personal computer.

1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Job Search & Applications

Discover tips and techniques on how to conduct an in-depth job search and properly fill out job applications in this free seminar.

2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Workshop

Description

Time

Basic Resume Lab

Learn the basics on how to create a resume that gets noticed. This seminar is free and open to the public.

9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Making Healthy Choices

Living a Balanced Life(Physical, Mental, Financial Health) -Respecting Yourself – Developing Personal Strength -Self-esteem (Overcoming Your Fears & Realizing Dreams)

10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Learn WorkinTexas.com

Learn how to use WorkInTexas.com – Workforce Solutions’ online job matching tool, for your job search.

12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Advanced Resume Writing & Cover Letters

This free seminar will give you in-depth tips on how to create an attention-getting resume. The seminar will also show you how to create cover letters.

2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Workshop

Description

Time

Workforce Center Orientation – RRES

Learn more about the resources available at the Workforce Center and how you can make it work for you.

8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Learn WorkinTexas.com

Learn how to use WorkInTexas.com – Workforce Solutions’ online job matching tool, for your job search.

10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Interviewing Class

Learn the Dos and Don'ts of interviewing for a new job. This seminar is free and open to the general public.

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Overcoming Difficulties with Background Checks

This free class will show you how to successfully explain past difficulties such as employment gaps and criminal history to employers.

12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Salary Negotiations

Learn techniques on how to negotiate for a great salary. This seminar is free and open to the general public.

2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Workshop

Description

Time

Workforce Center Orientation - REA

Learn more about the resources available at the Workforce Center and how you can make it work for you.

8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Orientation

Learn more about the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) program which can provide one-on-one job search assistance, training and support

10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Learn WorkinTexas.com

Learn how to use WorkInTexas.com – Workforce Solutions’ online job matching tool, for your job search.

11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Interviewing Practice

Put your interview techniques to practice and learn how to ace your next interview.

1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Basic Resume Lab

Learn the basics on how to create a resume that gets noticed. This seminar is free and open to the public.

2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.