JFCS Career Services

A JFCS Career Services Event: Have you ever been filling out an online job application thinking you are coming to the end of the process, and then suddenly find yourself answering 80+ questions that don't seem to fit into the application process? Welcome to pre-employment testing. Join us as we discuss why human resource departments

A JFCS Career Services Event: Learn the essential practice of networking; how to find and approach contacts and techniques for presenting yourself effectively. Presented by George Ponticello – gponticello@jfcspgh.org. Registration closes at 5:00 PM the BUSINESS DAY PRIOR to this workshop. Registrations after the deadline will not be accepted. To cancel a registration, please contact Gretchen Young

A JFCS Career Services Event: Well written Cover Letters serve as a compelling and strategic component in getting hired. Do you write cover letters that help you to stand out from your competition? Trends in cover letter writing continue to evolve. Join us to gain new insight into how cover letters, e-notes, and other letters,

A JFCS Career Services Event: This two hour workshop explores working with the MS-Office Suite of tools - review the basics of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; how to open and use multiple applications at once; and share content between Word, PowerPoint, and Excel using text, charts, tables, and graphics. This workshop is best viewed on

A JFCS Career Services Event: This workshop is designed to teach the most effective and safe ways to perform job search activities online. Topics will include internet safety, how to navigate online applications, internet-ready resumes, useful job search websites, and how to stay organized with your job search. Presented by Lisa Lenhart - llenhart@jfcspgh.org. Registration

A JFCS Career Services Event: Learn to Navigate the landscape of today's ever changing workforce. Regardless if you are returning to work, changing careers, or pursuing a passion there are many ways you can position yourself to be just what the employer needs. Highlight your strengths and attributes to maximize your efforts towards a successful

A JFCS Career Services Event: Join us for this interactive session designed to equip you with the cutting-edge tools and strategies from O*Net OnLine, ensuring you stand out in the competitive job market. Dive into a wealth of resources that will help you identify key skills, align your strengths with market needs, and navigate through

A JFCS Career Services Event: Understand why motivation is easily discussed but sometimes difficult to obtain. Learn ways to tap into intrinsic motivational tools along with developing new ones. Also begin to remove the proverbial cement blocks that slow your forward momentum. Presented by Lisa Lenhart – llenhart@jfcspgh.org. Registration closes at 5:00 PM the BUSINESS DAY PRIOR to

A JFCS Career Services Event: Join us in learning what behavioral interviewing is and why so many employers use this method. In addition, we will present clear and concise techniques to prepare for behavioral interviews along with an opportunity to practice in a fun and relaxed environment. We hope to see you and look forward

A JFCS Career Services Event: If you are a frustrated job seeker, you are welcome to join us for our virtual Job Search Networking Group. This month's group will be focused on individuals seeking technology related positions. It's a great opportunity to expand your network and brainstorm ideas for your job search including job leads,

A JFCS Career Services Event: Are you interested in exploring remote jobs? Join fellow job seekers in reviewing remote work, how to land a remote job, working from home etiquette, and how to maximize productivity. Presented by Margaret Lizzi - mlizzi@jfcspgh.org. Registration closes at 5:00 PM the BUSINESS DAY PRIOR to this workshop. Registrations after the deadline

A JFCS Career Services Event: AI tools are an increasingly common fixture of our daily lives, transforming the way we work, create, and communicate. Join us as we present an introduction to AI tools, discuss the opportunities and potential pitfalls of using them in your job search, and provide you with real-time examples of how