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 […]
Have you visited our Hot Jobs page lately?
Find top job opportunities on our Hot Job Opportunities page. Excellent job opportunities are available in Southwest Florida! We can help you find the right one. We update this page weekly! For more hiring opportunities “Follow” us on Twitter and LinkedIn, and “Like” us on Facebook.
Michael Kinney Scholarship 2019 2020 Application
Michael Kinney Application for 2019- 2020! Each year, the Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board, Inc., accepts nominations for the Michael Kinney Scholarship Award. The Michael Kinney Scholarship was established to provide an opportunity to continue education to those in need of assistance. Eligible participants include all Region 24 Board and Center […]
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 […]
Florida Minimum Wage Increases Effective 1/1/2019
The State of Florida will be increasing the minimum wage to $8.46 per hour effective January 1, 2019. This is an increase from the current $8.25 per hour. It is a Florida Law requirement for the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity to calculate the minimum wage rate each year based on […]
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 […]
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 […]
Youth Career Exploration Workshop~Video
~A Career Exploration Workshop for High School Students~ The youth participated in a 3-day workshop which consisted of: resume and cover letter writing, creating their own resume, and lastly doing mock interviews with SHRM SWFL. Our own, Deb Reardon, Disability Navigator, explained to the youth about the importance of soft skills, work […]
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