Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Career>Connect June Workshops

Career>Connect offers a wide array of career services which seek to address your unique needs, regardless of where you may be within your employment journey. Whether you are looking to change career paths, or have been impacted by the recession and its aftermath, they provide a continuum of career support for the greater community. The following career workshops will be held in June.


Taking Your LINKEDIN Account to the Next Level
Thursday, June 8th, 11:00-12:30 PM
All workshops are held at Sid Jacobson JCC (300 Forest Drive, East Hills)
Learn how to take your LinkedIn account to the next level in your job search. Maximize your connections and networking strategies by implementing these new tips and tricks. We will
cover profile must haves and how to increase your visibility. Advance registration is required.
To register, www.sjjcc.org/careers. For more information please contact Linda Samet, M.E.D., Career Services Specialist at (516) 484-1515 ext. 112 or  LSAMET@SJJCC.ORG.

Landing Your First Job – New College Graduate Workshop
Wednesday, June 14, 2:00-3:30pm
All workshops are held at Sid Jacobson JCC (300 Forest Drive, East Hills)
The prospects for jobs as a recent college graduate are daunting. Or is it? This workshop will focus on a number of actions you can take to greatly enhance your chances for landing your first job. Participants will be entered into a raffle to receive a one month free pass to Sid Jacobson JCC. Advance registration is required. To register, www.sjjcc.org/careers.  For more information please contact Linda Samet, M.E.D., Career Services Specialist at (516) 484-1515 ext. 112 or  LSAMET@SJJCC.ORG.

Just Ask the Career Services Expert
Wednesday, June 21, 6:00-7:30pm
All workshops are held at Sid Jacobson JCC (300 Forest Drive, East Hills)
Ask Heather Rottmund, MHA, Career Services Specialist any job search related questions you have! Heather’s background as a recruiter will help to answer questions specific to your current job search. Areas of expertise include online applications, résumés, cover letters, interview tips, networking, LinkedIn and more! Advance registration is required. To register, www.sjjcc.org/careers. For more information please contact Linda Samet, M.E.D., Career Services Specialist at (516) 484-1515 ext. 112 or  LSAMET@SJJCC.ORG.

Friday, May 26, 2017

June 2017 Career Quest Programs


Suffolk County Department of Labor's Career Quest will be presenting 2 programs at the Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center in Hauppauge.

Franchising: Making the Right Choice
Tuesday, June 6, 2017 9:30 AM
Is franchising for you? Kensington Company representative Stuart Levenberg will present franchising opportunity and successful franchise career development information. Reservations Required. See a One-Stop counselor or phone (631) 853-6600 to reserve your spot! Space is Limited. Must be pre-registered. Late arrivals not permitted.


Careers in Civil Service
Friday, June 9, 2017 9:30AM
Join us for an in depth discussion about Civil Service employment.  A representative from the Department of Civil Service will discuss:  the variety of careers in Civil Service, how to navigate the Civil Service website & information about applying for Civil Service examinations.  See any one-stop counselor or phone (631) 853-6600 today to reserve your spot!  Space is Limited… Must be pre-registered...


Starting Your Own Business
Wednesday, June 21, 2017 9:30AM
Why not explore your dream of owning a small business? A representative from the New York State Small Business Development Center will discuss how to start your own business and become a small business owner. Plan to arrive early. Space is Limited. Must be pre-registered. Late arrivals not permitted. See a One-Stop counselor, or phone (631) 853-6600 to reserve your spot!


Wednesday, May 24, 2017

New York Career Fair June 15th

Are you looking for a job? Are you tired of sending resumes left and right and never getting an answer? If you are, dress in your best professional clothes, bring resumes and visit our New York Career Fair on Thursday, June 15th from 10-3 PM at the Watson Hotel. You will have the opportunity to meet top employers and to interview for several positions during the course of the day, meeting the people who make the hiring decisions. You will save a lot of time since there will be no need to craft a customized personal statement for each company you visit: You’ll be able to tell them why you wish to work for them, and you’ll have the chance to sell yourself.  Our employers send their managers to carry out onsite interviews. Don’t wait for someone to call you for an interview. Sign up for our career fair and give off a first impression that makes a lasting career. 

Thursday, May 18, 2017

HPL Career Program June 2017


Applying for Jobs Online (HMA761)
Tuesday, June 6th 6-8 PM
Main Meeting Room
Registration Required: Open to All
Most companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to screen potential job candidates. Therefore, most resumes never make it through these systems. Career Consultant Karen McKenna provides specific strategies job seekers can use to strengthen their resume and use networking connections to get in the door for interviews.

Suffolk County One-Stop Job Fairs June 2017

Looking for work? Want to explore opportunities? The Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center will be hosting 2 Job Fairs in June. Meet HR recruiters & receive employment information from organizations representing various industries. Bring your resume and dress for success! If you are in need of proper interviewing attire, please contact Career Couture at (631) 853-6769.

*Tuesday, June 6th 10-1 pm
For more information please call (631) 473-0022

*Tuesday, June 20th 10-1 pm
For more information please call (631) 399-1511