The MaineLinks September 27, 2021

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The MaineLinks Newsletter

Week of September 27, 2021

Training Resources & Information

What to Know!

Researching an employer is an important part of the job search process. Having a well-formed understanding of an employer can help you determine if a job opening is aligned with your career goals, enable you to tailor your application and resume, and set you apart from other candidates, especially during an interview.

With Federal Assistance for UI Benefits now being done; Mainers are looking to get back into the workforce, many people are taking advantage of the services offered by the Maine CareerCenters. This includes a variety of training programs and employment services. If you’ve been thinking of a new job, now is the perfect time to reconnect with your local Maine CareerCenter

Maine’s Hire-A-Vet Campaign is underway.  Keep an eye out for the upcoming workshops and hiring events. All hiring events & most workshops are open to the public.

This Week!

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

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

Other Opportunities!

Workforce Training:

Training Talk!

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has several programs geared to help train for a new start:

September is:

International Update Your Résumé Month. Since most careers require a résumé in order to gain employment, it’s important that jobseekers take a proactive approach in order to be ready for any and all opportunities that crop up. Too often people try to write a résumé at the last minute, which is the worst time to prepare a document that needs to be perfect. A well-crafted résumé takes time and research, and Update Your Résumé Month is a perfect reminder to be prepared for new opportunities.

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