WorkSource Auburn

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

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)Wait List

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

Investigate your spending habits and construct a monthly budget.

Welcome to WorkSource (Job Search Strategies)Sign Up

The most difficult part of any job search may be taking the first step.  Join our workshop and gain a better understanding of: services available through WorkSource, employment readiness workshops, overview of employment/training opportunities, job search readiness resources, information on connecting with an employment specialist, and an introduction to navigating the WorkSourceWA.com website.

This event will be held virtually in Microsoft Teams or Zoom. Invitations will be sent out by the morning of the event.

Resume and Correspondence (IN-PERSON ONLY)Sign Up

THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ON SITE AT WORKSOURCE AUBURN: 2707 I ST NE, AUBURN, WA 98002

You will learn how two of the primary pieces of job search communication convey who you are, what you know and what you have to offer.  Learn what resume and cover letter format best displays your skills, knowledge and abilities to attract employers and lead to more interviews!

Work for Washington State– how to apply effectively –WorkSource virtual workshop - StatewideSign Up Closed

Would you consider service to the people of the State of Washington? Advantages and benefits of working for various state agencies will be discussed. An important part of any job search is to understand the employer’s point of view. In this workshop you'll learn how agencies use different application process steps and how to be better prepared to meet their expectations. The workshop explores how to organize and communicate your professional strengths in a way that stands out from the crowd. You'll leave the workshop understanding how to create an Application Guide and why it could be a good idea. Specific tips for applying to state agencies will be provided.

Paying for College Workshop - Virtual SessionSign Up

We invite you to join our viritual "Paying for College" orientation. Held every Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. We will introduce you to Funding Advisors from Highline, Green River and Renton Technical Colleges. Auburn WorkSource staff in partnership with our college funding advisors will guide you through a simple and easy to understand application, registration and enrollment process.

This is a virtual workshop. Join the meeting link below:
https://esd-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/86915761948?pwd=aHFDdDVhcnV2SGVpRXMwZ1NJT1p4UT09

Skills and Abilities AnalysisSign Up

Today’s economy requires workers who can transfer skills from one work setting to another and who have the kinds of personal qualities that make organizations successful. In this workshop, you will learn to identify, demonstrate, and package, with confidence, your skills and personal qualities in ways that will be meaningful to employers. You also will learn oral communication skills and be able to practice delivering a brief, high-impact presentation to potential employers – A 60 second commercial!

Résumés and Cover Letters - Job Hunter Virtual Workshop - StatewideWait List

Successful job seekers take the time to learn what employers want. Learn how two of the four primary pieces of job-search-related communication convey to a prospective employer who you are, what you know and what you have to offer. Learn which résumé and cover letter formats best display your strengths in order to attract employers and lead to more interviews!
 

Waitlists are automated. If a person cancels their registration, the next person on the waitlist will be notified. (If you are waitlisted and receive the automated message that you are invited to register, you don’t need to take any further action. The facilitators will send you the class information.) All automated system waitlist notifications will be sent by 8am the workday prior to the workshop. If you do not receive a notification by that time, you should not expect to attend that workshop and should register for a future workshop.

In some cases, messages from the facilitators or the signup service may be directed by your email provider to your junk/spam folder. Please check that folder for system and facilitator messages or invites. It is important to add ESDGPVirtualServices@esd.wa.gov to your email contacts, so your email will recognize - not reject - the invitation message with link.

When you sign up for this event, please use the same name and email address that you use with your worksourcewa.com account.

Contact the facilitators listed above in the contact lines for any additional questions or changes.

If you need an accommodation for a disability to participate in this training, please contact the facilitators listed as contacts in this event. Provide your name, accommodation request, and your town/city of residence. Please make your accommodation request as early as possible so arrangements can be made. If you have limited English proficiency and need information in a language other than English, please contact the facilitators for language assistance.

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

Introduction to internet browsers and the browsing experience.

Entrevistas – Una Clase EN LÍNEA - en todo el estadoSign Up

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.

Resume and CorrespondenceSign Up

You will learn how two of the primary pieces of job search communication convey who you are, what you know and what you have to offer.  Learn what resume and cover letter format best displays your skills, knowledge and abilities to attract employers and lead to more interviews!

This is a virtual workshop. A link for Microsoft Teams or Zoom will be sent by the morning of the workshop.

Career Transition Retraining/Funding for Education

Currículum Vítae y Correspondencia - EN LÍNEA - en todo el estadoSign Up

La gente que ha tenido éxito en el buscar trabajo se ha esforzado para saber lo que buscan los empleadores. Aprenderá cómo dos de las cuatro partes principales de la comunicación relacionada con la búsqueda de trabajo le dicen al empleador quien es usted, lo que sabe y lo que ofrece. Aprenderá cual formato de currículo funciona mejor en cual situación y cómo preparar la carta de presentación. Puede poner énfasis en sus destrezas y habilidades, llamar la atención de los empleadores y recibir invitaciones a más entrevistas.
 

Se establecerá una opción de lista de espera para este evento. Si un solicitante retira su registro, se invitará al siguiente solicitante de registro de la lista de espera. Cada taller requiere un registro separado. Cuando se registra en este evento, usa el mismo nombre y dirección de correo electrónico que usa con la cuenta de worksourcewa.com, si es posible.

Si necesita algún tipo de servicio especial por una condición de discapacidad en este taller de empleo, por favor comuníquese con Ken (habla español) por correo electrónico en esdgpvirtualservices@esd.wa.gov. Deberá facilitar su nombre, el tipo de servicio especial requerido y su ciudad de residencia. Indíquenos los servicios especiales que requiere cuanto antes para poder acomodarlos. Si el nivel de inglés de Ud. es limitado y necesita información en otro idioma distinto al inglés, indíqueselo a Ken para poder acomodar el idioma necesario.  

Interviewing - Job Hunter Virtual Workshop - StatewideSign Up

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 consider answers to frequently asked—and sometimes difficult—questions in a supportive, realistic environment.

Interviewing TechniquesSign Up

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 strategies (such as the STAR Method) to confidently proceed through each stage of the interviewing process.

This is a virtual workshop. A link for Microsoft Teams or Zoom will be sent by the morning of the workshop.

Interviewing Techniques (IN-PERSON ONLY)Sign Up

THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ON SITE AT WORKSOURCE AUBURN: 2707 I ST NE, AUBURN, WA 98002

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 strategies (such as the STAR Method) to confidently proceed through each stage of the interviewing process.

Skills and Abilities - Job Hunter Virtual Workshop – StatewideSign Up

Today’s economy requires workers who can transfer skills from one work setting to another and who have the kinds of personal qualities that make organizations successful. In this workshop, you will learn to identify, demonstrate, and package, with confidence, your skills and personal qualities in ways that will be meaningful to employers. You also will learn oral communication skills and consider drafting a 60-Second Commercial - a brief, high-impact presentation to potential employers.

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

Useful websites and how to fill out online applications.

Resume LabSign Up

A resume is one of the first chances to impress a potential employer and a necessity in your job search. The purpose of this lab is to offer a workspace dedicated to creating/writing your resume with the support of WorkSource Specialists. We can assist with proofreading, guidance on content, and formatting. Please note: this lab does not entail WorkSource Specialists writing your resume for you.

HOLIDAY-- Memorial Day

Welcome to WorkSource (Job Search Strategies)Sign Up

The most difficult part of any job search may be taking the first step.  Join our workshop and gain a better understanding of: services available through WorkSource, employment readiness workshops, overview of employment/training opportunities, job search readiness resources, information on connecting with an employment specialist, and an introduction to navigating the WorkSourceWA.com website.

This event will be held virtually in Microsoft Teams or Zoom. Invitations will be sent out by the morning of the event.

Interviewing - Job Hunter Virtual Workshop - StatewideSign Up

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 consider answers to frequently asked—and sometimes difficult—questions in a supportive, realistic environment.

Paying for College Workshop - Virtual SessionSign Up

We invite you to join our viritual "Paying for College" orientation. Held every Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. We will introduce you to Funding Advisors from Highline, Green River and Renton Technical Colleges. Auburn WorkSource staff in partnership with our college funding advisors will guide you through a simple and easy to understand application, registration and enrollment process.

This is a virtual workshop. Join the meeting link below:
https://esd-wa-gov.zoom.us/j/86915761948?pwd=aHFDdDVhcnV2SGVpRXMwZ1NJT1p4UT09

Skills and Abilities AnalysisSign Up

Today’s economy requires workers who can transfer skills from one work setting to another and who have the kinds of personal qualities that make organizations successful. In this workshop, you will learn to identify, demonstrate, and package, with confidence, your skills and personal qualities in ways that will be meaningful to employers. You also will learn oral communication skills and be able to practice delivering a brief, high-impact presentation to potential employers – A 60 second commercial!

Work for Washington State– how to apply effectively –WorkSource virtual workshop - StatewideSign Up

Would you consider service to the people of the State of Washington? Advantages and benefits of working for various state agencies will be discussed. An important part of any job search is to understand the employer’s point of view. In this workshop you'll learn how agencies use different application process steps and how to be better prepared to meet their expectations. The workshop explores how to organize and communicate your professional strengths in a way that stands out from the crowd. You'll leave the workshop understanding how to create an Application Guide and why it could be a good idea. Specific tips for applying to state agencies will be provided.

Computer & Internet Basics (Week 4, Part 1): Google DocsSign Up

How to create a Gmail account and use Google docs to create documents.

Habilidades y Capacidades - EN LÍNEA - en todo el estadoSign Up

¿Cuáles son sus habilidades? ¿Cómo puede transferir sus habilidades de un trabajo a otro? En este taller, aprenderá a identificar, demostrar y presentar sus destrezas y cualidades. Aprenderá como presentarse a empleadores de una manera breve y de alto impacto mediante la creación de un <<anuncio>> personal.

Resume and CorrespondenceSign Up

You will learn how two of the primary pieces of job search communication convey who you are, what you know and what you have to offer.  Learn what resume and cover letter format best displays your skills, knowledge and abilities to attract employers and lead to more interviews!

This is a virtual workshop. A link for Microsoft Teams or Zoom will be sent by the morning of the workshop.

Career Transition Retraining/Funding for Education

Estrategias de Búsqueda de Empleo - EN LÍNEA - en todo el estadoSign Up

Conocer a los empleadores en su área y crear una estrategia para orientar la búsqueda de empleo es la clave del éxito. En la clase Estrategias de búsqueda de empleo, ¡aprenderá una variedad de métodos de búsqueda de empleo! Esta clase proporciona consejos sobre el valor de la investigación de diferentes maneras e introduce otras estrategias como redes sociales con meta de trabajo, entrevistas informativas y el uso del Internet para localizar ofertas de trabajo.

Résumés and Cover Letters - Job Hunter Virtual Workshop - StatewideSign Up

Successful job seekers take the time to learn what employers want. Learn how two of the four primary pieces of job-search-related communication convey to a prospective employer who you are, what you know and what you have to offer. Learn which résumé and cover letter formats best display your strengths in order to attract employers and lead to more interviews!
 

Waitlists are automated. If a person cancels their registration, the next person on the waitlist will be notified. (If you are waitlisted and receive the automated message that you are invited to register, you don’t need to take any further action. The facilitators will send you the class information.) All automated system waitlist notifications will be sent by 8am the workday prior to the workshop. If you do not receive a notification by that time, you should not expect to attend that workshop and should register for a future workshop.

In some cases, messages from the facilitators or the signup service may be directed by your email provider to your junk/spam folder. Please check that folder for system and facilitator messages or invites. It is important to add ESDGPVirtualServices@esd.wa.gov to your email contacts, so your email will recognize - not reject - the invitation message with link.

When you sign up for this event, please use the same name and email address that you use with your worksourcewa.com account.

Contact the facilitators listed above in the contact lines for any additional questions or changes.

If you need an accommodation for a disability to participate in this training, please contact the facilitators listed as contacts in this event. Provide your name, accommodation request, and your town/city of residence. Please make your accommodation request as early as possible so arrangements can be made. If you have limited English proficiency and need information in a language other than English, please contact the facilitators for language assistance.

Interviewing TechniquesSign Up

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 strategies (such as the STAR Method) to confidently proceed through each stage of the interviewing process.

This is a virtual workshop. A link for Microsoft Teams or Zoom will be sent by the morning of the workshop.

Computer & Internet Basics (Week 4, Part 2): Google DocsSign Up

Format, print and share created documents.

Job Search Strategies - Job Hunter Virtual Workshop - StatewideSign Up

Finding out about employers in your area and creating a strategy to target your job search is the key to success. In Job-Search Strategies, you will learn a variety of job-search methods! This class provides tips on the value of research of different kinds and introduces other strategies like networking, informational interviews and finding the 80% of jobs which are not listed or advertised in any way.

Resume LabSign Up

A resume is one of the first chances to impress a potential employer and a necessity in your job search. The purpose of this lab is to offer a workspace dedicated to creating/writing your resume with the support of WorkSource Specialists. We can assist with proofreading, guidance on content, and formatting. Please note: this lab does not entail WorkSource Specialists writing your resume for you.