Events for May 17, 2024 - May 17, 2024

Statistics show approximately 50% of mid-sized companies and almost all large corporations use an applicant tracking system to screen candidates for job opportunities. Learn how to prepare your online application to get the most visibility from hiring managers. A free program provided by the Saratoga County Career Center in conjunction with the Greater Capital Region Career Centers. Facilitated by Warren and Washington. Register at https://thejoblink.org/calendar/

Networking is your strategic tool for cultivating lasting relationships, fostering professional growth, and unlocking opportunities. Join us for an approachable journey to understanding networking. A free program provided by the Saratoga County Career Center in conjunction with the Greater Capital Region Career Centers. Facilitated by Warren and Albany. Register at https://thejoblink.org/calendar/

Join an informal discussion about how to overcome potential stumbling blocks to finding a job. Whether you’re facing transportation needs, childcare needs, prior justice system involvement, inexperience, health concerns or more, this workshop will provide you with resources and strategies to help you meet your goals. A free program provided by the Saratoga County Career Center in conjunction with the Greater Capital Region Career Centers. Facilitated by Fulton-Montgomery-Schoharie. Register at https://thejoblink.org/calendar/

Your social media presence can make or break your ability to find a job. Learn how to use social media to your advantage in searching for a job and marketing yourself to land the job or career you’ve always wanted. A free program provided by the Saratoga County Career Center in conjunction with the Greater Capital Region Career Centers. Facilitated by Schenectady. Register at https://thejoblink.org/calendar/

Transferable skills are qualities you have already acquired that can be used in a different job. Learn how to make employers see the connection between your qualities and the skillset needed to do the job and market yourself as the solution to an employer’s problem. A free program provided by the Saratoga County Career Center in conjunction with the Greater Capital Region Career Centers. Facilitated by Warren and Washington. Register at https://thejoblink.org/calendar/

This workshop presents the basics of a powerful and effective cover letter including formatting, tailoring to the job, and getting through the online application process to land an interview. Please have a rough draft of your resume with you. Facilitated by Rensselaer & Columbia-Greene. Register at https://thejoblink.org/calendar/.

This workshop explores how goal setting works, why goals are important, and provides helpful resources to get you started to reach your dreams. Facilitated by Washington and Albany. Register at https://thejoblink.org/calendar/.

Learn how to articulate your strengths, what questions to expect, how to address difficult topics, and ace the interviewing process. Facilitated by Schenectady. Register at https://thejoblink.org/calendar/.