June Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias and Calais CareerCenters

Machias/Calais, Maine - CareerCenters, part of the Maine Department of Labor, offer a variety of services to help people find employment or to upgrade skills. Each center provides several public-access computer workstations with Microsoft Office software, resume and cover letter writing software, Internet access, and O'Net software for skills assessment. All CareerCenter services are free of charge.

"CareerCenters provide many ways to enhance your job search," said Governor Paul R. LePage. "Workshops are available at no cost to the participant and benefit everyone from entry-level to executive-level positions. Every day, we are helping Mainers get back to work or get a better, higher-paying job. With over than 10,000 jobs on the Maine Job Bank, a visit to MaineCareerCenter.com will connect you with new opportunities and no-cost help to jump start your career."

To learn more, like the Washington County CareerCenters on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/Washington-County-CareerCenters/606111642755982 . The following workshops and programs will be held at the indicated CareerCenters. All events require pre-registration in person or by phone.

GATEways to Employment: Group Access to Employment Session

June 3, 2 p.m., Calais CareerCenter

June 25, 8:30 a.m., Machias CareerCenter

Is your job search in need of a boost? Are you looking for a way to stand out to a potential employer? Do you want to be at a significant advantage from other job seekers in today's competitive job seeking environment? This is a great way to increase your job search success, to gain insight on the latest job search techniques, and to maximize your potential. CareerCenter is here to help you find your key to success! To register call Michelle at 1-800-292-8929.

Independent Blueberry Contract Harvester Training- Thursday, June 11, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Machias CareerCenter

Do you hire seasonal help? Come listen to specialists from the United States Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division, Maine Department of Labor SafetyWorks, and the IRS to learn more about:

Maine State Wage and Hour Laws Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Workers Independent Contractors vs Employees IRS Payroll Withholding and Tax Payments Agricultural Safety Topics For more information or to register by June 8, call 255-0983. Sponsored by the Sunrise County Economic Council and the Machias CareerCenter.

The CareerCenter, located at 53 Prescott Drive, Suite 1, in Machias and 1 College Drive in Calais, is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. More information is available on the CareerCenter website, http://www.mainecareercenter.com .

Maine CareerCenters are an equal opportunity provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.