Free Job & Career Workshops in July

Career shops are sponsored by the Human Services Agency, EDD Workforces Services and the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County.

July 18 – Social Media - 10:00 a.m. – noon - Social media is everywhere. It is not just for entertainment or a way to stay connected with friends and family anymore, but a powerful tool that can be utilized for networking and building career success. Come and learn how to create a positive personal brand as well as the importance of social media etiquette.

July 19 and July 26 – Career Pathways to Success, 10:00 a.m. – noon – Lean about Ventura County's thriving industry sectors, top occupations and how to set yourself up for career success.

July 20 – Résumés that Sell - 8:00 a.m. – noon - Get hands-on assistance in completing your résumé, cover and thank-you letters. Upon completion of this Career Shop, you will walk away with a portfolio that shows off your professional documents. Come prepared with your employment history for the last 10 years and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three personal and three professional references.

July 27 - Job Search/Social Media, 8:00 a.m. – noon - This workshop provides common sense tactics to be more effective in finding employment when dealing with little work experience, age discrimination, gaps in employment, barriers and returning to the workforce. Social Media: This workshop provides information on the most popular online social networks.

Space is limited. Prior registration required. Career Shops are offered at no cost to job seekers. Participants must be registered with CalJOBS (https://www.caljobs.ca.gov) before signing up for a career shop. For more information, call the West County America’s Job Center at 805-204-5171.

This is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program/Service. For TDD/TT inquiries call 1 (800) 735-2922. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.