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WDC - Career Search Tools

Title:WDC - Career Search Tools
Date & Time:Tue Oct 27, 2015 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:Workforce Development Center, 1900 Beauregard St. (Map This)
1900 Beauregard St.
Event Details:This intro workshop is designed for first-time entrants into the workforce or persons who have been out of the job market for a while.
Basic Resume Writing
Learn to create an attractive and effective resume. Pre-requisite: You must bring a copy of your most recent resume OR complete the Sample Employment Application which you can find in the WDC Career Center.
Completing a Job Application
Gain a better understanding of the importance of completing all questions on a job application.
Job Search
Finding a good position can be challenging. In this workshop, you will learn search strategies that will enable you to find job openings via the Internet, networking, using social media, and professional associations.
Dress for Success
When interviewing for a job, first impressions are critical. This workshop offers techniques and simple steps that will assist job seekers in dressing for an interview.
The Art of Interviewing
The perfect workshop for those with little experience interviewing or have not interviewed in a while. Topics covered are: before the interview – preparation, proper attire, what to take; during the interview – body language, common interview questions, do's & don'ts; closing the interview– asking questions, next steps in the process, follow-up practices.

For more information please contact Betty Sewell at 703.746.5890 or by email at betty.sewell@alexandriava.gov.

This event is sponsored by the Workforce Development Center, a program of the Department of Community and Human Services. The City of Alexandria is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended. To request a reasonable accommodation or an alternative format, email maurice.tomdio@alexandriava.gov or call 571.384.5244.
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Contact Person:Betty Sewell
Contact Phone No.:703.746.5890
Contact Email:betty.sewell@alexandriava.gov
Fees:Free
Audience:Anyone may attend
Tags:Employment, Workforce Development


For event details visit http://www.alexandriava.gov/c/11504
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