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Skill-Up™ Fridays (Free Online Training!)

Virtual Event

Free online training for WorkSource Montgomery's self-directed online training tool, Skill-Up® Montgomery, in partnership with Metrix Learning. Register for access. What is SkillUp™ Montgomery? SkillUp® Montgomery is designed to help Montgomery County build a workforce ecosystem that supports positive economic development. Job seekers can explore career pathways, view local job postings, register for free online learning, and receive workforce services. Employers can search for qualified candidates, post jobs, and receive in-depth consulting to address hiring and training needs. For more information, contact Ohniece Miller. Programs and initiatives offered by WSM are supported in part by the Employment and Training Administration of Continue Reading..

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Resume Essentials

Virtual Event

Are you struggling to write your resume? Or maybe you have not changed it in years? Join us in a workshop to learn how to write a resume that will lead you to secure interviews and being a step closer to employment. We will discuss what you should include and what to leave out of your resume, how to quantify your work experiences, among others. Please have your resume or draft available during the workshop to take notes and make updates on the spot. ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on Continue Reading..

Changing Careers, New Opportunities

Virtual Event

You’d like an engaging new job and—here’s the kicker—you want it in a totally new field.  In this workshop, we will be examining the process of career transitions and exploring new career paths along with learning how to flip your resume and how to strategically promote your transferrable skills ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE). Once registered, you’ll be emailed an invitation with instructions to attend Continue Reading..

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Answering Tough Interview Questions

Virtual Event

Have you ever been stumped by an interview question? Do you want to feel more prepared when interviewing? Join us in this workshop to learn strategies to successfully answer tough interview questions. We will discuss some common questions that interviewers may ask, and how to customize your answer to impress the interviewers. Come learn about ways to build your confidence for when you land that interview! ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must Continue Reading..

Excelling at Working Relationships

Virtual Event

Join us to learn about the soft skills that will help you succeed during your job search and when you are employed. We will discuss hot topics like intergenerational perspectives, diversity and inclusion, and how to develop a growth mindset. ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE). Once registered, you’ll be emailed an invitation with instructions to attend the workshop at the scheduled time. For more information, Continue Reading..

LCMC: Budgeting Basics

Virtual Event

This workshop is facilitated by the Literacy Council of Montgomery in partnership with WorkSource Montgomery. ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE). Once registered, you’ll be emailed an invitation with instructions to attend the workshop at the scheduled time. Programs and initiatives offered by WSM are supported in part by the Employment and Training Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor as part of an award totaling Continue Reading..

Emotional Intelligence & Your Job Search

Virtual Event

Join us to learn about the soft skills that will help you succeed during your job search and when you are employed. We will discuss hot topics like intergenerational perspectives, diversity and inclusion, and how to develop a growth mindset. ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE). Once registered, you’ll be emailed an invitation with instructions to attend the workshop at the scheduled time. For more information, Continue Reading..

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Skill-Up™ Fridays (Free Online Training!)

Virtual Event

Free online training for WorkSource Montgomery's self-directed online training tool, Skill-Up® Montgomery, in partnership with Metrix Learning. Register for access. What is SkillUp™ Montgomery? SkillUp® Montgomery is designed to help Montgomery County build a workforce ecosystem that supports positive economic development. Job seekers can explore career pathways, view local job postings, register for free online learning, and receive workforce services. Employers can search for qualified candidates, post jobs, and receive in-depth consulting to address hiring and training needs. For more information, contact Ohniece Miller. Programs and initiatives offered by WSM are supported in part by the Employment and Training Administration of Continue Reading..

Where Do I Belong?: A Look At Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Workplace (Part I)

Virtual Event

***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE). Once registered, you’ll be emailed an invitation with instructions to attend the workshop at the scheduled time. For more information, contact Dondolyn Holt. Programs and initiatives offered by WSM are supported in part by the Employment and Training Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor as part of an award totaling $4,699,403.  

Conflict Resolution in the Workplace

Virtual Event

***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE). Once registered, you’ll be emailed an invitation with instructions to attend the workshop at the scheduled time. For more information, contact Josh Pineda. Programs and initiatives offered by WSM are supported in part by the Employment and Training Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor as part of an award totaling $4,699,403.

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Mindfulness & Awareness

Virtual Event

Join us for guided mindfulness practice to help you relieve stress and symptoms of anxiety that are common while job seeking. This is an opportunity for you to commit to reconnecting and nurturing yourself. ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE). Once registered, you’ll be emailed an invitation with instructions to attend the workshop at the scheduled time. For more information, contact Dondolyn Holt. Programs and initiatives Continue Reading..

Using Online Training To Enhance Your Skills & Career Options w/ Special Guest Speaker Sandy Mead

Virtual Event

Continuing her career working with workforce development agencies across the country, Ms. Sandy Mead of Metrix Learning will teach you how to optimize your skills for more career options, By using partnerships to provide online training to begin or enhance a participant's career outlook. ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will n\ow take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE). Once registered, you’ll be emailed an invitation with instructions to attend the workshop at the scheduled Continue Reading..

Preparing For a Job Interview

Virtual Event

Join us in a workshop where you will learn how to prepare for job interviews. We will learn and practice how to prepare for the most common interview questions, what to research, and how to develop the right mindset to succeed in any interview. Please have the job description of a position you have applied for or are interested in applying to so you can fully immerse yourself in the workshop. ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via Continue Reading..

Gigs, Labor & Alternative Jobs

Virtual Event

The “side hustle” or “second job” has been around our lives for a long time, but now cautious re-openings and an economy in recovery may provide more opportunities for workers in the Gig Economy. You may be able to share a position or design your own, with flexible shifts and combinations of remote/on-site hours. You may find that employers want to hire more independent contractors, who don’t receive benefits (or coverage by some labor laws). This can be a precariat, scary, unknown labor market – or it can bring you the opened door to a great work-life balance. In this Continue Reading..

How to Write a Cover Letter

Virtual Event

***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE). Once registered, you’ll be emailed an invitation with instructions to attend the workshop at the scheduled time. For more information, contact Dondolyn Holt. Programs and initiatives offered by WSM are supported in part by the Employment and Training Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor as part of an award totaling $4,699,403.

Landing a Remote Role

Virtual Event

Have you been interested in exploring the world of remote work? Would you like to learn some tips and tricks on how to land a remote role? Join this workshop to learn more about the skills needed to be successful in a remote role, how to avoid scams, and how to make the most of your job search. ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE). Once Continue Reading..

Art of Salary Negotiation

Virtual Event

Learn negotiation tips and strategies in this workshop, which is designed to build confidence through a strategic approach and a variety of responses to many scenarios. Whether novice or pro, you’ll leave with concrete examples and helpful phrases for your next negotiation. ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE). Once registered, you’ll be emailed an invitation with instructions to attend the workshop at the scheduled time. For Continue Reading..

Job Search Strategies

Virtual Event

In today’s job market, the challenge may be that there are so many places to find job postings and to post your resume. This workshop starts at that simple beginning: Setting employment goals and making your job search into your current “job”. We’ll talk about how to organize your search and provide a few typical job search and why each rung is equally important to your success. And then we’ll discuss “targeted” searches and the strategies of company research and important changes to your cover letter and resume. ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Continue Reading..

Professionalism in the Workplace

Virtual Event

***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE). Once registered, you’ll be emailed an invitation with instructions to attend the workshop at the scheduled time. For more information, contact Josh Pineda Programs and initiatives offered by WSM are supported in part by the Employment and Training Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor as part of an award totaling $4,699,403.

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Mock Interviews

Virtual Event

Do you feel nervous during job interviews? Does all your preparation disappear once you are in front of the interviewer? Join us in mock interviews in which you will have the chance to take turns being the interviewer and the job seeker. This is a supportive and judgment-free environment to advance your communication skills and confidence in yourself to ace your upcoming interviews.  ***All workshops scheduled for our American Job Centers located in Wheaton and Germantown will go on as planned but will now take place online. You can access them via our web calendar. Participants must register on the Maryland Workforce Exchange Continue Reading..

Stay informed on the latest workforce development trends, insights, and our local partnerships in Montgomery County.
For both the individual job seeker and the community organizations that support them, this newsletter provides job search resources and information on job fairs, hiring events, and workshops available in our community.

Contact Us

    American Job Center Locations

    Germantown

    Upcounty Regional Services Center*
    12900 Middlebrook Road, First Floor
    Germantown, MD 20874, USA
    Phone: 240.406.5485
    Fax: 301.685.5569
    Germantown@worksourcemontgomery.com

    HOURS OF OPERATION

    Monday – Thursday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
    Friday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

    Wheaton

    11510 Georgia Avenue, First Floor
    Wheaton, MD 20902
    Phone: 301.929.6880
    TTY: 301.962.4083
    Wheaton@worksourcemontgomery.com

    HOURS OF OPERATION

    Monday – Thursday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
    Friday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

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