"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 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."
Job seekers and businesses interested in connecting with one another can also "like" the CareerCenter on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Presque-Isle-CareerCenter/272239134751?ref=br_tf . Events are held at the Presque Isle CareerCenter, located at 66 Spruce Street, unless otherwise noted. Maine Veterans receive priority of service in all CareerCenter programs.
Creating Winning Resumes: June 3, 10, 17, and 24, 9 a.m.
Learn how to create a professional resume and walk out the door with one in hand.
Financial Aid: June 10, 17, and 24, 9 a.m.
Get assistance with college planning and financial aid. Pre-register at 800-281-3703 or http://meoc.maine.edu.
Lockout / Tagout Procedures: June 12, 8 a.m.
OSHA regulations for safe repair/maintenance of equipment.
Laws Governing Workplace Rights: June 18, 8:30 a.m.
The Maine Department of Labor will offer sessions of its popular, no-charge course that educates employers and the public about regulations governing the workplace.
Gateways to Employment: June 19, 9 a.m.
Want to jump start your job search? Learn new strategies, proper interviewing skills, and the correct way to fill out a job application.
Gateways to Employment (Houlton): June 23, 9 a.m.
Want to jump start your job search? Learn new strategies, proper interviewing skills, and the correct way to fill out a job application.
W.I.S.E. Workshop - Work Incentive Seminar Event: June 24, 1 p.m.
Find out about work incentives and rules designed exclusively to help Social Security beneficiaries (SSI or SSDI) get back to work.
Job Search Tips for People with a Criminal History: June 26, 9 a.m.
Do you have a criminal background? Are you having trouble finding work? This workshop will give job search tips, suggestions on how to respond to those hard-to-answer questions, and identify where best to seek employment that will lead to a successful job search.
CareerCenters, part of the Maine Department of Labor, offer a variety of services to help people find employment or upgrade skills. Each center provides several public-access computer workstations with Microsoft Office software, resume writing and cover letter software, Internet access and O'Net software for skills assessment. All CareerCenter services are free of charge.
Call 760-6300 or 1-800-635-0357 (TTY users call Maine Relay 711) for additional information and to register for workshops held at the CareerCenter. The CareerCenter, located at 66 Spruce Street in Presque Isle, is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can also find more information at the CareerCenter website, www.mainecareercenter.com .
Maine CareerCenters are an equal opportunity provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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