Career Services Events and Workshops
JVS' Career Services Department offers a myriad of services to those seeking assistance in the job search process.
We hold several informative workshops each week that can help you learn everything from resume building to selling yourself in an interview. Take a look at our events calendar for specific dates and details.
Some of our workshops include:
Resume Workshop: Tools and Tips for Creating a Successful Resume.
Interviewing Workshop: Prepare for a confident interview; ideas and suggestions will be discussed as well as questions you must be prepared to answer.
Using LinkedIn Workshop: Find out about the latest website to help you gain a foothold in your job search by connecting to a network of people and companies.
Job Search Workshop: Tips and strategies to manage your job search in a difficult economy.
Resume Review: Bring your resume to be critiqued by our staff
30 Second Commercial: Master the technique that turns ordinary moments into relationship building opportunities. Write and practice your own “30 Second Commercial” that you can start using immediately.
Informational Interviewing: Add to your networking and career exploration skills with this powerful tool. Learn how to conduct a successful info interview that’s a win/win experience for both parties.
Eligibility:
Our career center is only open to JVS clients. To find out how to become a client contact your local JVS office today!
Events:
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Resume Writing Workshop (Marina del Rey WorkSource Center)
Monday, February 6, 2012 - 8:30am–9:30am -
Career Connections Job Club (Valley Office)
Monday, February 6, 2012 - 11:00am–12:00pmValley Office
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Drop In Resume Review (West Hollywood WorkSource Center)
Monday, February 6, 2012 - 11:00am–12:00pmJVS West Hollywood WorkSource Center
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Orientation (Marina del Rey)
Monday, February 6, 2012 - 11:30am–12:30pmJVS Marina del Rey WorkSource Center
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Orientation (Valley Office)
Tuesday, February 7, 2012 - 9:00am–10:30amValley Office
Locations:
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JVS Marina del Rey WorkSource Center
Map 13160 Mindanao Way, Suite 240
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Phone: (310) 309-6000
Fax: (310) 309-6032 -
JVS West Hollywood WorkSource Center
Map 5757 Wilshire Boulevard, Promenade Three
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Phone: (323) 904-4900
Fax: (323) 904-4905
TTY: (323) 904-4906 -
Valley Office
Map 22622 Vanowen Street
West Hills, CA 91307
Phone: (818) 464-3222
Fax: (818) 464-3375
Programs & Services
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Change is constant, especially when it comes to your career. You may be a new job seeker, career changer or you may be facing a lay off from your current job. The information and activities provided in The Career Gateway Job Seekers Guide will help explain the process and provides you with online resources that can lead you through this next step in your career.
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Whether you're looking for a job or needing to fill one, JVS' online job bank ParnossahWorksLA.org is free to job seekers and employers alike!

