FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 25, 2023
Media Contact: Jessica Picard, Maine Department of Labor, [email protected]






News Release CareerCenter




*CareerCenter August Hiring Events and Services*





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MAINE — Are you a job seeker and not sure what the next step in your career is, or an employer looking to expand your workforce? The Maine Department of Labor’s CareerCenters, together with their partners, offer many services to help people find employment or upgrade skills, and help employers find qualified workers.






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*Let us help you jump start your job search*

Maine CareerCenters provide a variety of employment and training services at no charge for Maine workers and businesses. When you visit your local CareerCenter you have access to computers, wireless internet access (WiFi), and knowledgeable staff who are ready to help you with your job search.






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*Workshops and Training*



*Click here for a full list of monthly interactive workshops* [ [link removed] ]






Virtual Workshop: Navigating Hiring Process for Individuals with a Criminal History

August 4, 2023 from 1–2 p.m.

Are you an individual with a criminal history and not sure how to navigate the job search and hiring process? This workshop is for you.

To Register: [link removed]

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Virtual Workshop: Maine's Employment & Training Program Info Session by Eastern Maine Development Corporation

August 15, 2023 from 3–4 p.m.

Do you need help finding your next job or finding support for a training you are interested in? The WIOA Title 1B services may be the program for you! Join staff from Eastern Maine Development Corps for this session discussing the services, eligibility and how to get enrolled.

To Register: [link removed]

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Virtual Workshop: Searching for Work: Age 55+ With or Without Health & Physical Restriction

August 17, 2023 from 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM

Does it sometimes seem like your age or experience is working against you in your job search? It's true that some employers may have reservations, but many see that hiring and retaining older workers will be key to staying competitive. Whether exploring a new career or searching for a job, this presentation will provide tips and suggestions to overcome bias and promote confidence in re-entering the workforce.

To Register: [link removed]






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Hiring Events



*Click here for a full list of monthly hiring events* [ [link removed] ]






*To explore additional opportunities and meet with employers, visit one of our upcoming hiring events:*






August 1, 2023 Hinckley Hiring Event: Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital [ [link removed] ] August 2, 2023 Portland Hiring Event: Greater Portland CareerCenter Event [ [link removed] ] August 3, 2023 Springvale Summer Thursday Hiring Events August 3, 2023 [ [link removed] ] August 3, 2023 Brunswick Hiring Event: Town of Brunswick Downtown Hiring Event [ [link removed] ] August 4, 2023 Bangor Hiring Event: General Dynamics/Bath Iron Works [ [link removed] ] August 5, 2023 Bangor Hiring Event: General Dynamics/Bath Iron Works [ [link removed] ] August 7, 2023 Lewiston Hiring Event: Sweetser [ [link removed] ] August 8, 2023 Bangor Hiring Event: Northern Light Health [ [link removed] ] August 9, 2023 Springvale Hiring Event: Sweetser [ [link removed] ] August 10, 2023 Springvale Hiring Event: Summer Thursday Hiring Events August 10, 2023 [ [link removed] ] August 16, 2023 Augusta Hiring Event: Sweetser [ [link removed] ] August 17, 2023 Augusta Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Hiring Event and Resource Fair [ [link removed] ] August 17, 2023 Springvale Summer Thursday Hiring Events August 17, 2023 [ [link removed] ] August 17, 2023 Presque Isle Hiring Event: Presque Isle Hiring Event [ [link removed] ] August 21, 2023 Augusta Hiring Event: Home Hope and Healing [ [link removed] ] August 22, 2023 Lewiston Hiring Event: Lewiston CareerCenter Outdoor Hiring Event [ [link removed] ] August 24, 2023 Springvale Summer Thursday Hiring Events August 24, 2023 [ [link removed] ] August 25, 2023 Rockland Hiring Event: General Dynamics/Bath Iron Works [ [link removed] ] August 26, 2023 Rockland Hiring Event: General Dynamics/Bath Iron Works [ [link removed] ]

 






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*Helping Businesses to Recruit and Train Employees*



*Click here to find out about our online resources* [ [link removed] ]






Are you interested in hiring veterans and their family members? Be a part of the 2023 Hire-A-Vet Campaign! [ [link removed] ]

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*Apprenticeship lunch & learn:* Join a virtual info session *August 9, 2023 at 1 p.m. *to learn how apprenticeship can support your recruitment and retention efforts.
Click *here [ [link removed] ]* to register.






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*Contact Us*

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*Services are available virtually via the CareerCenter hotline:*

*207-623-7981 | 888-457-8883 | TTY users call Maine Relay 711 *







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If you’d prefer to access services and information in-person at one of our CareerCenters, call the CareerCenter hotline to schedule an appointment or
visit the CareerCenter location website [ [link removed] ] to see when staff are on-site near you.

 






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Each of the centers across the state provides public computers with internet access, Microsoft Office, resume/cover letter writing software, and O*Net [ [link removed] ] software for personal skills assessment. 

Employers can list their open positions on Maine JobLink and use our online system which matches jobs with candidates. All CareerCenter services are provided at no charge to employers and job seekers. Veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service in all Department of Labor programs.








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