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)
Please include the workshop title and date you wish to attend in your registration email. You will receive an email confirmation.
2025 Spring Schedule; April/May/June
Northstar Digital Literacy Info Sessions
Attend an information session/workshop geared towards those looking to improve their digital literacy skills to increase employment opportunities and personal confidence in day-to-day activities that require computer use. Create a learner account and try out NorthStar practice lessons and assessments. There are a limited number of computers at each location, so registrations are taken on a first come, first serve basis.
WHITE PLAINS
English: 3rd Wednesday of the Month (April 16th, May 21st, June 18th) / 9:30–11am
To register email whiteplainsworkshops@labor.ny.gov
Español: 2nd Tuesday of the Month (April 8th, May 13th, June 10th) / 10-11:30am
To register email whiteplainsworkshops@labor.ny.gov
CARMEL
English: 4th Thursday of the Month (April 24th, May 22nd, June 26th) / 2–3pm
To register email labor.sm.Carmel@labor.ny.gov
Español: 4th Monday of the Month (April 28th, May 19th, June 23rd) / 10-11am
To register email labor.sm.Carmel@labor.ny.gov
PEEKSKILL
English: 4th Thursday of the Month (April 24th, May 22nd, June 26th) / 2–3pm.
To register email labor.sm.peekskill@labor.ny.gov
Español: 4th Monday of the Month (April 28th, May 19th, June 23rd) / 10-11am
To register email labor.sm.peekskill@labor.ny.gov
MOUNT VERNON
English: April 17th, May 15th, June 20th / 2pm-3pm.
To register email westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.gov
Español: April 17th, May 15th, June 20th / 10am–11am.
To register email labor.sm.dews.mountvernon@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.
WHITE PLAINS
English: Every Wednesday / 11:30am-1pm
To register email whiteplainsworkshops@labor.ny.gov
Español: 2nd Tuesday of the Month (April 8th, May 13th, June 10th) / 12-1:30pm
To register email whiteplainsworkshops@labor.ny.gov
MOUNT VERNON
English: April 17th, May 15th, June 20th / 3pm-4pm
To register email westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.gov
Español: April 17th, May 15th, June 20th / 11am–12pm
To register email labor.sm.dews.mountvernon@labor.ny.gov
Basic Computer Course
Given by Ray Francis, this course will explore fundamental computer skills such as keyboarding, basic Microsoft Word features, Browsers and Windows.
WHITE PLAINS
April 10th, April 24th / 2:30pm–3:30pm
To register email westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.gov
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.
WHITE PLAINS
2nd Wednesday of the Month (April 9th, May 14th, June 11th) / 9:30am–11am
To register email whiteplainsworkshops@labor.ny.gov
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.
MOUNT VERNON
Group Session: Wednesdays, April 23rd, May 7th, May 21st, June 4th, June 18th) / 10:45am–11:45am
To register email westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.gov
1/1 Resume Sessions (by appt. only): Every Wednesday
To register email westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.govv
WHITE PLAINS
Group Session Every Friday / 10:30am-11:30am
To register email westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.gov
CARMEL
Resume Refresh: 9:30am-12pm
Bring your current resume for a critique, refresh and/or upgrade.
To register email labor.sm.Carmel@labor.ny.gov
Networking Workshop
Learn networking basics; Find hidden job markets; compile your contacts; identify networking tools; create a business card; build confidence!
WHITE PLAINS
April 2nd, May 7th, June 4th / 10am-11:30am
To register email whiteplainsworkshops@labor.ny.gov
How to Apply for Westchester County Civil Service Positions
How to navigate the Westchester County online job board, find appropriate opportunities, receive automated notices of job postings, schedule a civil service test, and apply for a positions
MOUNT VERNON
Thursdays, April 24th, May 22nd, June 26th / 9:30am
To register email westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.gov
CARMEL
April 15th / May 6th / 11am-12pm
To register email labor.sm.Carmel@labor.ny.gov
Demystifying The Civil Service Merit Service & Ny Helps Opportunities/ MVCC
Time: 10am / Friday, April 11th, Thursday, May 29th, Thursday, June 12th
Deondra Morgan, Program Outreach Specialist 1, Office of Diversity and Inclusion Management, Department of Civil Service, New York State, will give tips on how to navigate the New York State online website, followed by a Q & A. To register email labor.sm.dews.mountvernon@labor.ny.gov
Financial Literacy Workshops
The Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) team is ready to help individuals and families of all income levels manage their finances by providing debt management strategies, budgeting and savings plans, retirement planning, credit repair guidance and more.
MOUNT VERNON
Tuesdays, April 22nd, May 20th, June 24th / 2:30pm
To register email westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.gov
Interviewing Workshops
Covering topics including: Interview Preparation, Making a Great First Impression, Most Common Interview Questions, Employment Application, Legal Rights When Job Searching, Key Sources of Information, Reasons you Will NOT Get the Job
MOUNT VERNON
Wednesdays, April 16th, April 30th, May 14th, May 28th, June 11th, June 25th / 10:30am-11:30am
To register email westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.gov
1/1 Interviewing Session (by appointment only):
Wednesdays, April 16th, April 30th, May 14th, May 28th, June 11th, June 25th / Morning appointments available for 15 minute intervals at 10am and 10:15am. Please dress appropriately and bring a resume copy for the session. For an appointment email westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.gov
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.
WHITE PLAINS
2Wednesdays, April 23rd, May 28th, June 25th / 9:30am-11:00am
To register email whiteplainsworkshops@labor.ny.gov
Job Search Basics
Participants will get help creating a resume, cover letter, interview prep, and how to stand out. Ray Francis has worked for Deloitte, Accenture, IBM will discuss what he looked for when hiring team members.
WHITE PLAINS
April 10th, April 24th / 3:30pm–4:30pm
To register email westchesterccn@westchestercountyny.gov
