During the entire month of January 2020, you will have the opportunity to vote on your favorite “Picture This as a Career” poster. These posters created by our fifth grade students will be displayed at our following centers which are open Monday – Friday, 8am to 5pm. Please check the […]
Happy 2020 to all our customers and partners!
May this year bring new happiness, new goals, new achievements and new inspirations to your life! From all the CareerSource Southwest Florida staff members we wish you a year filled with health, happiness and prosperity. Job Seekers, what are your 2020 career goals? Let us help you start this year […]
Florida Minimum Wage Increase Effective 1/1/2020
The State of Florida increased the minimum wage to $8.56 per hour effective January 1, 2020. This is an increase from the 2019 $8.46 per hour. Florida Statutes require employers who must pay their employees the Florida minimum wage to post a minimum wage notice in a conspicuous and accessible […]
Did you know Think Florida links employers with graduates?
Florida’s State University System website helps employers connect with Florida graduates. Think Florida: A Higher Degree for Business links the resources of the university system to employers, new graduates and job seekers across the state. The 12 institutions within the System enhance the state and its many valuable assets by […]
Do you know about the Florida Disaster website?
Do you know about this website? FloridaDisaster.org The Florida Division of Emergency Management provides an unbelievable amount of information for Florida individuals, families and businesses on their website. Hurricane Irma is a reminder to all Floridians of the sudden threat severe weather can pose in our state, especially during hurricane season. Every tropical […]
Summer Employment – Part 1-Tips and Expectations
School ended and the summer arrived. By now, you probably found a part-time or full-time job to get you through the summer. Something to bring you extra cash before school starts. Now that you are in your summer job, let’s address some areas of great importance that will help your […]
Apprenticeship Masonry Training Available!
We are recruiting in the Immokalee, LaBelle and Clewiston areas. Are you interested in enrolling into Apprenticeship Masonry Training? Attend classes one evening per week while working full time with a participating employer. You can earn while you learn. Requirements: Be a Migrant Farmworker or family member Be 18 years […]
11 Reasons to Hire a Veteran
For veterans, transitioning to civilian life can be full of challenges. One such challenge is finding civilian employment. Many employers choose to hire veterans because of their particular leadership and teamwork experience, education, and training. You can also correlate different military occupations with analogous civilian jobs. 1) Accelerated learning curve: Veterans […]
SWFL’s Hot Jobs List!
Did you know that Southwest Florida has great job opportunities? Check out these jobs on our hot job opportunities page! Journeyman Electrician in Charlotte County. Commercial Credit Underwriter or Heavy and Tractor Trailer Truck Drivers in Collier County. Client Advocate or Accountant in Lee County. And more! Click this link […]
What You Can Get From Summer Employment
We are half-way through the summer and you may know what matters in regards to keeping the job you have and how it can help you in future career choices. Believe it or not, summer jobs can open up our eyes as to what is important to you about the type […]
Why Having a Best Friend at Work Makes You More Productive and Happy
Using research and principles outlined in his book, The Blue Zones of Happiness: Lessons from the World’s Happiest People, Dan Buettner details four important things that will enhance your work life. “For long-term happiness, try to make your career something that speaks to your passions.” – Dan Buettner 1. Try […]
Advice on not to waste time on cover letter details
Searching for a job can be stressful and time consuming. We must manage our time wisely to reach our desired goals. A common mistake job seekers can make is spend too much time on their cover letter. You may be concerned that your cover letter does not have the appropriate areas […]
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