finding employment

CWEE has three employment specialists dedicated to guiding participants through searching for employment. Participants are exposed to job-search strategies and networking opportunities. Participants look for employment in the community, at job fairs and online.

During Phase Three prepares participants to begin their job search by:

• Providing resume and cover letter assistance;
• And taking classes on interviewing skills, workplace ethics, and overcoming job search fears.

Our employment services department provides job search support in one-on-one and group settings to help participants refine professional resumes, cover letters and develop job search strategies. Employer expectations are demonstrated as employers come on-site to conduct mock interviews, from which each participant receives business-oriented feedback. CWEE has organized on-site career fairs, by successfully turning the tables on a traditional job fair, in which participants set up booths to market themselves to a range of employers. For information on our next ROI Fair please click here.
 

Phase Four begins the practical aspect of the internship and/or job search. Career coaches and employment specialists teach participants:

• How to set up interviews;
• And how to present themselves to perspective employers.
   

Internships:
Many participants accept internships to receive hands-on training and experience in various industries to build confidence and obtain professional references. Occasionally, internships have the opportunity to become full-time employment.
 

For specific information on CWEE's internships and employer partnerships, please visit the Business Partnership section of our web site.