WorkSource Auburn

Computer & Internet Basics (Week 2, Part 2): Basic Computer Skills 2

Writing emails and how to manage attachments contained within.

ONLINE Strategies for Success: Health & Well-Being (Auburn)

Class times: 8:30-11:30 (4-day class)

• Examine your inner-professional, core values, life choices and personal integrity
• Learn how to be personally and professionally self-aware, establish boundaries and develop better stress and time management skills
• Evaluate your social readiness and online footprint
• Learn to access community resources and expand networking skills
• Improve your ability to solve problems, set goals and develop new action planning techniques

ONLINE Financial Capabilities: Where Does Your Money Go? (Auburn)

Class times: 1:30-3:30 pm (Classes are Mondays and Tuesdays)

Investigate your spending habits and construct a monthly budget.

Resume Basics (Off-Base Transition Training)

The Off-Base Transition Training (OBTT) pilot program is an opportunity earned through service for veterans, veterans currently serving in the National Guard and Reserve, and their spouses to take control of their career through workshops to help meet their employment goals.

Please bring your digital/paper resume to the event. Register online @ dol.gov/obttworkshops

Resume Basics
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn to recognize the elements of an effective resume.
This is your quick-start guide to building a document
that will help you get noticed and hired.
 

Resume Writing (Off-Base Transition Training)

The Off-Base Transition Training (OBTT) pilot program is an opportunity earned through service for veterans, veterans currently serving in the National Guard and Reserve, and their spouses to take control of their career through workshops to help meet their employment goals.

Please bring your digital/paper resume to the event. Register online @ dol.gov/obttworkshops

Resume Writing
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Craft an initial resume or revise a current one in thisworkshop. Highlight your work history in a resumetargeted to a specific job posting.

Skills and Abilities Analysis to Build Effective Job Search Strategies – Job Hunter Virtual Workshop - Statewide

A key part of your job search is understanding your knowledge, strengths and transferrable skills. Knowing yourself and what you have to offer often leads to increased confidence when searching for meaningful work. This workshop will cover Career Interest Assessments and using that information to make informed decisions about job opportunities and find your next career. Additionally, we will also cover strategies for uncovering the hidden job market and the best resources for job searching.

Effective Applications, Resumes and Cover Letters – Job Hunter Virtual Workshop – Statewide

Understanding the employer’s point of view is crucial in any job search. In this workshop, you'll learn how employers evaluate Applications, Resumes and Cover Letters and how to be better prepared to meet an employer’s expectations. Additionally, we will cover how to create a General Application Guide that’s helpful when completing paper and online applications as well as learning which resume and cover letter formats best showcase your strengths to stand out in a competitive job market.

Computer & Internet Basics (Week 3, Part 1): Internet Skills

Introduction to internet browsers and the browsing experience.

Interviewing Techniques

You might have the best résumé ever, but if you don’t interview well, it won’t matter. Being able to handle a job interview is a necessity for any job seeker. Knowing what employers are looking for and being prepared are absolute musts. In this workshop, you will learn valuable interviewing tips and have the chance to practice answers to frequently asked—and sometimes difficult—questions in a supportive, realistic environment.

CANCELLED - ***Cancelar*** Entrevistas – Una Clase EN LÍNEA - en todo el estado

Usted podría tener el mejor currículo que hay, pero si no se presenta bien en la entrevista, no vale. El poder expresarse bien en una entrevista de trabajo es una necesidad, y les aconsejamos como prepararse para hacerlo. Es imperativo el saber qué buscan los empleadores. En este taller aprenderá técnicas de entrevista y tendrá la oportunidad de entender como responder a las preguntas más frecuentes, y algunas veces difíciles, pero en un ambiente realístico y de apoyo mutuo.

Interviewing – Job Hunter Virtual Workshop - Statewide

Being able to handle a job interview is a necessity for any job seeker. Knowing what employers are looking for and being prepared can significantly increase your chances of securing the job. In this workshop, you will learn valuable interviewing tips and have the chance to consider answers to frequently asked—and sometimes difficult—questions in a supportive, realistic environment.

STATEWIDE: ESD Self‐Employment Assistance Program (SEAP) Orientation (Virtual)

The Self‐Employment Assistance Program (SEAP) may be a great opportunity if you want to start a business!

Once approved, SEAP is a unique program that enables you to:
· Receive entrepreneurial counseling and business coaching through a pre‐approved training provider
· Continue to collect Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits while developing your business plans
· Work on creating your business and waives the weekly work‐search requirement

You are invited to attend a virtual workshop to explore:
• What is SEAP? What does SEAP not do?
• Program eligibility requirements and deadlines • Locate and download from the SEAP Approved Provider List
• What are the responsibilities of an approved training provider?
• Research the proper training on the SEAP Approved Provider List
• Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
• How to properly complete and submit the SEAP Application
• Certification of Satisfactory Progress
• Your responsibilities while enrolled in SEAP and to remain eligible
• Job Search Requirements, WorkSource offices, and contact information

For further information, contact Laura Aunan at laura.aunan@esd.wa.gov

Computer & Internet Basics (Week 3, Part 2): Internet Skills

Useful websites and how to fill out online applications.