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Philly Jobs - August
This month's job board features PA CareerLink Job Fairs and Delco jobs in education, and transportation, health care, jobs across, The City of Philadelphia. Don't forget our Live Link Library.
And please share your experience if you attend any events.
Quick Search Tip: Press "Ctrl+F" to look for keywords like "internship" or "job fair". We now limit the use of bold type to help our vision-impaired readers who use assistive technology. Time-sensitive opportunities - will have an asterisk (or star)
Summer Job Tip: Stay Ready
Keep your resume updated in Word, PDF, or Google Docs, and a printed copy
Create a general cover letter
Make sure you have a professional voicemail greeting
Have an interview outfit clean, pressed, and ready to go
Prepare, and practice for phone, Zoom, and in-person interviews - these are standard interviewing practices
Create or find a quiet dedicated space for Zoom interviews, blur or upload a professional background
Check your tech: download the app the day before, and test it for glitches
Review your resume and practice common interview questions like: What are your strengths and weaknesses? Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
August Opportunities At-A-Glance Job Link Library - Links to Philly's Top Job websites
August 12th Upper Darby School District Hiring Event
August 13th - CareerLink Job Fair
August 14th - CIS Virtual Info Session
August 14th Pardon Application Training
August 19th - September Temp Jobs
Apprenticeship Guide
Free Business Start-Up Class
Boost Your Business - Forgivable Business Loans
Community Health Worker Training at Drexel (Youth 18-24)
JEVS WOW Certified Production Tech Program
Careerlink Library Help and Career Connectors
Same Day Work and Pay
PAHAF Housing Grant
Career Wardrobe
Summer Resources
Free Food Resources
Mommy Resource Directory (In Community Baby Shower Article)
Philadelphia Police Department is Hiring! Philadelphia Police Department
The Philadelphia Police Department is on a mission to attract new candidates who are ready to serve and protect our vibrant City. With a forward-thinking approach, we have developed a new, innovative multi-channel marketing campaign to engage both external candidates and our internal employees. For general information about the Philadelphia Police Department, please visit joinphillypd.com today. APPLY ONLINE HERE Questions? Contact: Police.Recruitment@phila.gov, 215-683-2677
Did you know there are several sites throughout the city with low or no-barrier jobs where you can work and get paid the same day - the program is called Same Day Work and Pay?
PHS Program with 9th Council District Project and GOSP
A partnership with Giving of Self Partnership, Inc. (GOSP), Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS), and City Council's 9th Council District is paying $100 per day to help clean vacant lots, city streets, and other public spaces. For more information, email gospsamedaywork@gmail.com or call James Love at 267-270-5690.
For general information about Same Day Work & Pay, contact, Ashley Harris at 215-685-3623 Office of Community Empowerment & Opportunity (CEO) | City of Philadelphia
Here are the Top 3 places to find a job fair and get job search help. Some places like the Free Library of Philadelphia help you update your resume and prep for interviews:
The Free Library of Philadelphia
Everybody needs a library card and should try to visit their local library a few times a year. The library is such an underutilized resource. In addition to books, they have countless workshops resume writing to basic computer classes - both in-person and virtually. For example:
Eventbrite Virtual Job Fairs - Scroll through the list
Virtual Technology Job Fair, August 23rd Virtual JobFairX and More Attending virtual job fairs will save you time and energy in finding a job. You may have already sent dozens of resumes to employers, only to wonder why they don’t get back to you. The key is getting in front of the right recruiter or hiring manager at the right time. Register today to make sure you’re one of the candidates hired at this job fair.
CareerLink – PA Employment Agency
CareerLink is a state employment agency with county offices so here are some pointers to help you find a job fair:- Go to the site and click on Events and then put in your zip code- Then narrow your search to your county or city. How to sign up:
Sign in to your account on PA CareerLink® Online | Click on “Events” on toolbar |Choose "Search Events" | Scroll down left side of screen, select Montgomery County | Click on workshop selection and register
Is a great job platform but remember always try to send a cover letter with a few points that align with the job description and send a thank you letter after an interview
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