EMPOWERMENT FAIR
WHEN: Wednesday, May 15, 10am – 4pm
WHERE: accesso ShoWare Center (625 W James St, Kent, WA 98032)
WHAT: The Urban League for Metropolitan Seattle is holding an Empowerment Fair event that will make high-quality careers more accessible for Seattle’s unhoused community and communities of color. There will be more than 60 companies there to conduct interviews, including the City of Seattle and PCC Community Markets. We will also lead workshops on everything from writing résumés to home ownership and home retention. Raffles will be held throughout the event.
The career fair will feature:
- Résumé workstation / workshop
- Credit-building workshop
- On-the-spot interviews
- Furlough recovery
COOKING & NUTRITION CLASS SERIES
WHEN: 6 Fridays (4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10 & 5/17), 12:30 – 2:30pm each session
WHERE: Solid Ground (1501 N 45th Street, Seattle WA, 98103)
WHAT: Join Cooking Matters for a 6-week cooking and nutrition education course, and learn about nourishing your body by preparing healthy, low-cost meals! (Note: Participants must attend at least 4 sessions.)
QUESTIONS? Please contact us at cooking@solid-ground.org or 206.694.6869.
SWISSPORT IS HIRING
WHEN: Wednesday, May 22, 10:30am – 12:30pm
WHERE: Airport Jobs Office, SeaTac International Airport (17801 International Blvd, Seattle, WA 98158, Mezzanine Level, Room 6626)
WHAT: A Swissport USA recruiter will be at Airport Jobs’ office to help answer questions about open positions and assist interested job seekers in completing job applications.
Position available:
- Cargo Warehouse Agents
- Passenger Service Agents
- Ramp Agents
- Cleaning Agents
WOMEN’S WORTH & RIGHTS IN THE WORKPLACE
WHEN: Thursday, May 23, 10am – 1pm
WHERE: WorkSource Downtown @ Opportunity Place (2024 3rd Ave, 2nd Floor, Seattle, WA 98121)
WHAT: This free workshop provides tips and tools for effectively evaluating your worth and negotiation power. It also covers local, state, and federal labor standards and what to do when your rights at work are violated. The goal of the workshop is to prepare women with the skills and information needed to get the job, compensation, and benefits that you deserve and to protect your rights in the workplace.
RSVP: Please email Hedwards@ywcaworks.org.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL JOB FAIR
WHEN: Friday, May 24, 3 – 5pm
WHERE: Georgetown Food Bank (5972 4th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108)
WHAT: Community Connectors program invites you to the Georgetown Food Bank Job Fair. Employers will be present to talk to prospective employees about different job opportunities based on qualifications and experience. Please bring your ID and resume.
FOR MORE INFO: Email betsaben@svdpseattle.org or carolinac@svdpseattle.org.
***** ONGOING EVENTS & RESOURCES *****
FREE ENGLISH CLASSES
WHEN: Every Tuesday & Thursday through June 11, 5 – 7:20pm
WHERE: El Centro de la Raza (2524 16th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144, Room 310)
WHAT: El Centro de la Raza offers free English classes in Levels 1 and 2. Childcare available for children ages 3-12.
TO RSVP: Contact 206.957.4605.
FREE SUNDAY DINNER
WHEN: Every Sunday, 12 – 2pm
WHERE: Blessed Sacrament Church (5050 8th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115, Parish Hall)
WHAT: Blessed Sacrament Church is hosting their weekly Sunday dinner. Meals are served with green salad, fruit salad, dessert, bread, coffee, milk, and juice.
This Sunday’s menu:
⇒chili ⇒rice ⇒cheddar cheese ⇒green beans ⇒chowder ⇒3-bean salad
St. Vincent de Paul conference representatives will also be present during dinner for assistance referrals. Blessed Sacrament Church is accessible through Metro bus routes 26, 70, & 67.
AIRPORT TERMINAL SERVICES IS HIRING
WHEN: Every Tuesday, 11am – 1pm
WHERE: Airport Jobs Office, SeaTac International Airport (17801 International Blvd, Seattle, WA 98158, Mezzanine Level, Room 6626)
WHAT: An ATS recruiter will be at the Airport Jobs Office answering questions regarding open positions and assisting with online applications. These are walk-in events; no registration needed, all are welcome!
Position requirements:
- Minimum 18 years old
- Must be a U.S. resident for minimum 5 years
- Valid driver’s license (for select positions)
OPEN ORIENTATION FOR CULINARY ARTS PROGRAM
WHEN: Every Tuesday, promptly at 9:30am
WHERE: FareStart (700 Virginia St, Seattle, WA 98101). Ring the buzzer at the Virginia Street entrance for receptionist.
WHAT: FareStart is a free culinary training and placement program. Students receive:
- 16 weeks of hands-on culinary training in working professional kitchens
- Coaching to become successful in your work and help finding a job
- Support services for personal needs, including housing assistance
QUESTIONS? Visit the FareStart website or contact them at 206.267.6218.
FEDEX IS HIRING
WHEN: Every Thursday, 11am – 1pm
WHERE: Airport Jobs Office, SeaTac International Airport (17801 International Blvd, Seattle, WA 98158, Mezzanine Level, Room 6626)
WHAT: A FedEx recruiter will be at the Airport Jobs Office answering questions regarding open positions and assisting with online applications. This is a walk-in event; no registration needed, all are welcome!
Position requirements:
- Minimum 18 years old
- Must be a U.S. resident for minimum 5 years
- Valid driver’s license (for select positions)
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