The MaineLinks Newsletter

Week of July 19, 2021

Training Resources & Information

Did You Know!

The Maine Department of Labor as well as our state and local workforce investment system partners offer many services to help businesses and workers deal with the effects of layoffs and plant closures, including those that result from increased competition from imports, natural disasters, and other events.

Many communities in Maine have a Chamber of Commerce.  The primary goal of any Chamber is to help further the interest of small businesses in their area. Activities range from hosting events (new business openings or professional networking events), lobbying local representatives or even holding charitable events for the betterment of the community.

Maine’s Jobseekers Guide is a great resource!

Upcoming!

Hiring Events: (Click on “Hiring Events” link for full list)

• McDonalds ~ 7/20 & 21
• Lewiston CareerCenters Outside Hiring Event ~ 7/21
• Virtual Hiring Event for Manufacturing / Production / Fabrication / Mechanical Employment ~ 7/22

Workshops: (click on the “Workshop” link for more)

• Navigating Hiring Process - Criminal History ~ 7/20
• Job Preparation & Retention ~ 7/20
• Employment & Training Program Info Session ~ 7/20
• Support for Unemployed Workers Affected by Opioid Crisis: Info Session ~ 7/21
• Zoom Basics & Job Search Essentials ~ 7/22

FED Workshop:  

• Veterans' Employment and Training Service multiple workshops ~ 7/19 – 7/21 (Veteran or Spouse)
• Interviewing ~ 7/20
• Federal Employment: Strategy Session ~ 7/21

Other Opportunities!

Workforce Training:

• CNA Apprenticeship Workshop: Pen-Bay Medical (MaineHealth) ~ Apply by July 23^rd
• Various No-cost, Short-term Training

SBA Webinar: SBA Learning Platform ~ Various Videos

Maine SBDC ~ Business Videos

Job Corps offers FREE Training for jobseekers ages 16 – 24

   Loring Job Corps Center   Penobscot Job Corps Center

Training Talk!

Maine’s seven community colleges are keeping in-state tuition flat for the pending academic year. The Finance Authority of Maine, which administers the Maine State Grant, has also extended the deadline to apply for the 2021-22 academic year.

The Maine Community College System has agreements with more than 75 Maine businesses and industry associations that provide expanded workforce training opportunities and discounted tuition.

The best way to open yourself to business opportunities is through professional networking. It helps you meet prospective clients, get ahead in a competitive job market, and gain better access to career resources. According to professional networking statistics, you can boost your chances of landing a new job through networking.

Save the DATE!!!  The Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign returns to the Augusta Civic Center!  Looking for a job or to change your career?  Don’t miss the largest employment event in New England on August 26^th.  The MHAV event is geared towards Veterans and their families; However, ALL jobseekers are welcome and encouraged to attend.

The Great State of Maine Air Show is back!  September 4 – 5, 2021 on Brunswick Landing; tickets on sale NOW!

July is:

National Park and Recreation Month

The theme for July 2021 is “Our Park and Recreation Story”. Every person has a park story. Every park has a history made up of thousands of stories that help to define it. This July tell your park and recreation story. You can join in celebrating by sharing your park and recreation story using the hashtag #OurParkAndRecStory.

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Maine Department of Labor and Maine CareerCenters provide equal opportunity in employment and programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request.