Career Workshops
Women At Work Career Workshops vary month to month and are available to new or returning clients. Some are meant to improve technical job skills while others provide opportunity for career exploration. Register in person or by calling our front desk staff at 626-796-6870.*
Networking Mixer, Wednesday, January 11 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
In need of a job? Looking for others to connect with? Bring your business cards. (Donation requested)
Connecting With Others to Explore a New Career, Monday, January 30 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Find out what answers you need to plan your career and education, about informational interviewing and how to contact and meet others ($25, register by Jan 26, $30 after)
Introduction to Computers, Wednesday, February 1, 10:00 – 11:30 am
For those who have never used a computer or who need to become more comfortable with basic tasks. ($5)
Networking Mixer, Wednesday, February 8 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
In need of a job? Looking for others to connect with? Bring your business cards. (Donation requested)
Interviews that Win Jobs, Thursday, February 9 10:30 – 1:00 pm
Learn and practice successful interviewing techniques. ($25 register by February 6, $30 after)
Quickbooks, Saturday, February 11 10:30am – 12:30 pm
The most popular online accounting system, taught by an expert and user. If you need to do accounting, this hands-on class will help you navigate the program. Minimum of 3 for class. ($45 by February 8, $50 after)
45+ and Seeking Work, Wednesday, February 15 3:00 – 5:30 pm
Learn strategies for overcoming concerns about your age and meeting marketplace needs as a mature worker. ($25 register by February 13, $30 after)
Becoming your Own Boss, Mondays, February 27, March 5, 12, 19, 26 and April 2 4:00 – 6:00 pm
If you have an idea but need to determine if self-employment is a right fit for your life style. (3 session series, $75 by Feb 23, $80 after)
Employer Forum – Our most popular event! Wednesday, February 29 3:00 – 5:00
Come meet employers! Employers will be on site to describe job opportunities and employment trends within their companies. Confirmed employers will be posted prior to the event. ($5 donation requested)
Introduction to Computers, Wednesday, March 7 10:00 – 11:30 am
For those who have never used a computer or who need to become more comfortable with basic tasks. ($5)
Job Searching on the Internet Thursday, March 8 1:00 – 3:30 pm
How to find job openings online, tips for effective search and types of websites available to job seekers. ($25 by Mar 5, $30 after)
Quickbooks, Saturday, March 10 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
The most popular online accounting system, taught by an expert and user. If you need to do accounting, this hands-on class will help you navigate the program. Minimum of 3 for class. ($45 by March 8, $50 after)
Networking Mixer, Wednesday, March 14 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
In need of a job? Looking for others to connect with? Bring your business cards. (Donation requested)
Demystifying the Online Job Application Process, Thursday, March 22 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Tips on how to present a resume and submit information electronically; practice filling out a sample online application. ($25 by Mar 19, $30 after)
Introduction to Computers, Wednesday, April 4 10:00 – 11:30 am
For those who have never used a computer or who need to become more comfortable with basic tasks. ($5)
Networking Mixer, Wednesday, April 11 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
In need of a job? Looking for others to connect with? Bring your business cards. (Donation requested)
Intro to LinkedIn, Saturday, April 14 10:30am – 12:30 pm
After you’ve got the basics down, learn how to get the most out of LinkedIn. ($25 by Apr 11, $30 after)
Interviews that Win Jobs, Thursday, April 19 10:30 – 1:00 pm
Learn and practice successful interviewing techniques. ($25 register by April 16, $30 after)
45+ and Seeking Work, Wednesday, April 25 3:00 – 5:30 pm
Learn strategies for overcoming concerns about your age and meeting marketplace needs as a mature worker. ($25 register by April 23, $30 after)
*Volunteers who provide a minimum number of hours are often eligible for free admission to some workshops. For volunteer opportunities contact volunteers@womenatwork1.org.
