Monday, May 12, 2014

Job opportunities this week

This message is about upcoming hiring events, job opportunities, and career trainings in the area. 


First Step is a free one-quarter certificate program in Business Information Technology that can jumpstart your career as an office professional. This program is run collaboratively by YWCA, South Seattle College, and Seattle Jobs Initiative. Eligible graduates will receive job placement/retention and internship development assistance.  Eligible participants will be provided with tuition, books, and transportation assistance. For more information, contact Beth Ramsey at 206-336-6979 or bramsey@ywcaworks.org.

The YWCA Career Pathways Program presents a free two quarter training in Medical Business Information Technology.  Students will learn valuable skills and gain 198 hours of internship experience during the 2nd quarter.  Course also includes resume and cover letter development, job readiness, and assistance with education and career planning.  Seattle residents who meet income eligibility will be provided with tuition and books assistance, job search and retention upon completion of program. Transportation costs are also provided. For more information contact Beth Ramsey at 206-336-6979 or bramsey@ywcaworks.org.  

DESC Connections is hosting a Career Fair that will include several local hiring programs. Bring your resume and be prepared to meet with company representatives. Resume assistance and mock interviews will also be offered.  This event will be held in the Bertha Landes Room at Seattle City Hall on Thursday, May 22nd from 10:00am to 12:00pm. The address is 600 4th Ave, Seattle 98104. No sign-up necessary. For more information, call 206-515-1555 x3410.

WorkSource will be holding an Apprenticeship Fair with 15 different participating programs focused on areas such as Building & Construction Trades, Electrical Trades, Manufacturing & Aerospace Trades, and many more.  You will have the opportunity to meet apprenticeship staff; tour apprenticeship programs; and learn about employers who are hiring apprentices from these programs.  This event will be held on May 21st from 12:30 to 3pm at South Seattle College Georgetown Campus which is located at 6737 Corson Avenue South, bldg. C, Seattle, 98108. Space is limited. Register at apprenticeshipfair.eventbrite.com.  

WorkSource Business Services is working with Amazon to help recruit approximately 200 part-time Fulfillment Associate positions at their new Kent site. The Fulfillment Associate position will require a number of production-related responsibilities. Applications are accepted online only at workatamazonfulfillment.com.

Pioneer Human Services is hiring for a number of positions in Seattle. Positions include: Food Service Worker, Administrative Assistant, Utility Worker/Dishwasher, Dog Handler, and many more.  You can apply online by visiting pioneerhumanservices.org. For more information, call 206- 251-7533 or email jobs@p-h-s.com.

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