Indeed Virtual Job Search Academy Launched

The Westchester-Putnam Career Center Network has partnered with Indeed to offer a wide variety of webinars and workshops through the Job Search Academy. The Job Search Academy is a free virtual program created to help you excel in your job search. The program focuses on mastering the 5 key areas of the job search so you feel confident every step of the way—because everyone deserves a fulfilling career path. To view workshop offerings go to: https://www.indeed.com/job-search-services/job-search-academy-wpccn?hl=en

NYS DOL Virtual Workshop Schedule

Ready to improve your skills and start on your ideal career pathway? The New York State Department of Labor offers free virtual monthly workshops on a wide variety of job search topics including resume writing, interview preparation, how to navigate a virtual career fair, how to write cover letters, managing job loss, veterans services and resources, goal setting, transferable skills and more. Because the workshops are presented online you can register for workshops offered at any of the Career Centers across New York State. All you need is access to a computer and the internet. If you don’t have access to a computer you can visit the resource room of the career center closest to you. If you have any questions about attending any of these events or recruitments, contact your local Career Center.

In-Person Career Center Workshops

The Westchester-Putnam Career Centers have launched a robust schedule of workshops in both English and Spanish at all four career centers, with more to come. The workshops include a wide variety of topics including computer literacy. There are no fees, and computers are supplied on-site. There are a limited number of computers at each location, so registrations are taken on a first come, first serve basis. Customers are encouraged to bring plug in headphones for computer-based workshops, as there some sessions include trainings and assessments that utilize audio instruction. The facilitator will contact you to confirm registration and provide further instructions.

The following workshops will be held at one of the following career center locations:

Mt. Vernon Career Center, 130 Mt. Vernon Ave., 1st fl, Mt. Vernon, NY 10550 (MVCC)
White Plains Career Center, 120 Bloomingdale Road, White Plains, NY 10605 (WPCC)
Carmel Career Center, 110 Old Route 6, Building #3, Carmel, NY 10512 (CCC)
Peekskill Career Center, 201 South James Street, Peekskill, NY 10566 (PCC)

MOUNT VERNON

Thursday, October 17th / 9:30am–10:30am / MVCC
Thursday, November 14th / 9:30am–10:30am / MVCC
Thursday, December 12th / 9:30am–10:30am / MVCC
To register email westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.gov

WHITE PLAINS

Wednesday, October 16th / 9:30am–11am
White Plains Career Center, 120 Bloomingdale Road, White Plains, NY 10605 (WPCC)
To register email whiteplainsworkshops@labor.ny.gov

MOUNT VERNON

Thursday, October 24th / 2pm-3pm
Thursday, November 21st / 2pm-3pm
Thursday, December 19th / 2pm-3pm
To register email Leslie Meggett at westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.gov

SPANISH MOUNT VERNON

Thursday, October 24th / 10am–11am
Thursday, November 21st / 10am–11am
Thursday, December 19th / 10am–11am
To register email Faye Ramos at faye.ramos@labor.ny.gov

CARMEL

Schedule to come
To register for future workshops email labor.sm.Carmel@labor.ny.gov

PEEKSILL

Schedule to come
To register for future workshops email labor.sm.Carmel@labor.ny.gov

Self Paced Learning Labs

Utilize free computer lab access to practice your NorthStar or Coursera self-paced training. Enjoy the peace & quiet, along with dedicated staff to assist as needed. Customers are encouraged to bring plug in headphones to listen to the practice lessons and assessments without disturbing others. There are a limited number of computers at each location, so registrations are taken on a first come, first serve basis. The facilitator will contact you to confirm registration and provide further instructions.

Coursera Info Sessions

New Yorkers now have access to nearly 12,000 Coursera online programs across high-growth industries in data science, business, and technology. Many are pathways to certifications to help elevate your career. Take part in this workshop to learn how to plug in to this invaluable resource. There are 18 computers available, so registrations are taken on a first come, first serve basis. The facilitator will contact you to confirm registration and provide further instructions.

Job Readiness Workshops

Learn about career search skills and how to prepare for your job search. Make a job search plan, take a career interest assessment, prepare an elevator speech. Fourth Wednesday of each month. 18 computers available.

Resume Workshops

Learn how to prepare a professional resume that reflects the skills, knowledge and education that are relevant to the job you are seeking.

1/1 Resume Workshop

By appointment only. Attendees must attend the Resume Workshop prior to scheduling a 1/1 appointment. Bring a resume copy for the session.

Networking Workshop

Learn networking basics; Find hidden job markets; compile your contacts; identify networking tools; create a business card; build confidence!