Renton Technical College: Renton Career Fair May 14 & 15, 2025

Kickstart Your Career at the 2025 Renton Career Fair. Looking for your next job or career opportunity? Join us at Renton Technical College for our 10th Annual Career Fair! Wednesday, May 14, 3–6 pm – All industries (except Health Care) Thursday, May 15, 3–6 pm – Health Care employers only. Meet over 60 employers, explore career options, and make connections that matter. Free admission Free parking, Metro bus stops at RTC, Bring your resume

WorkSource:

• Find Many More Workshops on WorkSource Calendar

• VIRTUAL JOB FAIR Thursday, May 15, 2025, 10am – 12pm Join us for a virtual Job Fair - Everyone is welcome to attend. Federal Government employees are encouraged to attend.  Please register to attend this event Here. Workshop Language Option: English

• Drop-In Computer Skills Class Tue., May 20, 10am – 12pm WorkSource Auburn 2707 I St NE, Auburn, WA 98002 This drop-in computer skills class will help with: Improving your job search skills, Formatting your resume to make it stand out, Email etiquette and writing professional emails for job applications, Attaching your resume and cover letter to job applications, Keeping your resume somewhere safe, Downloading your resume from job platforms and emails

• Interviewing Techniques Wed., May 28, 1:30 – 3:30pm You might have the best résumé ever, but if you don’t interview well, it won’t matter. Being able to handle a job interview is a necessity for any job seeker. Knowing what employers are looking for and being prepared are absolute musts. In this workshop, you will learn valuable interviewing tips and have the chance to practice answers to frequently asked—and sometimes difficult—questions in a supportive, realistic environment. 2707 I St NE, Auburn, WA 98002

KCLS: WorkSource: Job and Resume Assistance Mon, May 12, 10:00am–12:00pm View all dates Renton

Stop by the WorkSource table in the library for assistance with your resume, preparing for interviews, finding job fairs or exploring your career options. Registration not required.

KCLS: Learn to Make a Google Doc Wed, May 21, 2025 2:00PM – 3:00PM Online event

Learn the basics of making a document in Google’s free word processing program, Google Docs.  Available on all computers, you can create, save and share a letter or document. Presented by Bridget of Gentle Tech Help. This program will not be recorded.  Please register.

WA Employment Security Dept: webinars set for federal workers to learn about Washington benefits and reemployment

The Employment Security Department will cohost three no-cost webinars in March, April and May for federal workers who work and live in Washington state. The webinars are intended to help federal workers who were laid off, facing a furlough or expecting a workforce reduction. The information will help affected workers navigate available unemployment benefits and reemployment resources. Topics will include: Unemployment benefits, how to file and any assistance needs. * What to do about health care benefits. * Expanding your job skills through training and educational programs. * Career guidance, job search assistance, and other resources at no cost. The webinars, part of the state’s rapid response efforts for large layoffs, are a collaboration of state and local agencies and programs that provide support to those who have lost their jobs or facing the potential of workforce reductions. Partners include Employment Security, WorkSource, Local Workforce Development Boards, Washington Health Plan Finder, Washington State Community & Technical Colleges and Washington State Labor Council. Registration is open for all three upcoming sessions:

• May 29, 2025, 10 a.m. to noon Register

WA Cares Fund: What Workers Need to Know Wed, Jun 11, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us to learn more about what long term care includes, how caregiving responsibilities impact families and the workplace, who contributes to the fund, how exemptions work, how workers will meet contribution requirements (including a pathway for near retirees) and more.  Register for webinar

Renton Technical College: Office Assistant Online Class April 21 to June 24

Students are prepared for entry-level careers in the office occupations and college pathways. You may enroll in four courses (ASST 105, ASST 115, ASST 144, ASST 181) to earn a certificate or you have the option to pick from any of the courses to gain essential skills to succeed in college and in the workplace. Keyboarding and Document Processing Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Business Math Human Relations and Job Search Online Program | Online Daily Eligibility: open to all students, Running Start, TANF, BFET, Worker Retraining, low income

Edmonds College: Solid Foundation Online Class

Join us to learn 5 key steps to MANAGE LIFE more effectively so you can minimize stress, anxiety, obligation, guilt, shame, and fear so you can focus on your goals and aspirations. Offered: April 14 - 18, 2025   9am to 1pm     Monday - Friday ** May 12 - 16, 2025   5:30 pm to 9:00 pm    NIGHT SESSION    Monday - Friday ** June 9 - 13, 2025    9am to 1pm     Monday - Friday. REGISTER HERE

Highline College Pre-Nursing Cohort

Receive paid tuition, free laptop, assistance with academic plan, peer support and access to tutoring center. Check flyer for eligibility.

Washington State Ferries is offering scholarships that cover ALL credential costs for maritime careers.

 This scholarship specifically includes formerly incarcerated youth and those involved in the justice system, but many others are eligible as well so please share. The information flyer and application are attached. The scholarship is available until May 16, 2025, with over 50 scholarships to be awarded. Early applications are encouraged! What's Covered: - Transportation Worker ID Card (TWIC) - Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) - Required physical examination - Drug screening - ALL fees associated with getting started. Please see the flyer for application instructions. Questions? Call (360) 480-4759 or send them an email at maritimetradeprep@wsdot.wa.gov

Friends of Youth: Job Club @ Willows Youth Services Center in Kirkland

Every Tuesday from 3:30 to 4:30pm, Leslie Nelson, Friends of Youth’s Employment Case Manager, leads the Job Club in the library at Willows Youth Services Center. Leslie provides personalized guidance on essential skills like resume building, interview preparation, and workplace success strategies. Occasionally, she invites special guests to share insights about their careers, giving clients a firsthand look at various job opportunities. Leslie's approach is all about meeting clients where they are. Whether someone needs help finding interview attire or is seeking a referral through our partnerships with local businesses, she tailors her support to each individual's unique needs. Job Club is a supportive space and a steppingstone where clients can build confidence and gain the tools they need to succeed in the workforce. Interested in being a guest speaker? Contact volunteer@friendsofyouth.org for more info!

KCLS: Earn a Certification from Home

Are you ready to earn a software or technology skill certification while you’re at home from school or work? KCLS can connect you to proctored online certification exams offered by Certiport. Learn, practice, and prepare to get a certification at the King County Library System (KCLS). A certification is a great way to prove your skills in school or at work.

• Adobe Certified Associate (ACA): Photoshop, InDesign

• Business: Entrepreneurship and Small Business, QuickBooks Online

• Digital Literacy: Internet Core Competency, Microsoft Certified Educator

• Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA): Python, Azure, HTML5

KCLS: Career Skills Series with Upwardly Global: Resumes Free video.

Career Skills Series with Upwardly Global: Resumes Learn the basics of resume building with KCLS and Upwardly Global. Upwardly Global (UpGlo) is a non-profit organization supporting immigrants and refugees entering the U.S. workforce.

KCLS: GCF LearnFree.org

Take free online classes. Topics include: * technology * work * core skills * reading * math * languages * and more.

Downtown Issaquah Association: Issaquah Job Resources

Local Job Openings During COVID-19  During this unprecedented time the following “essential” organizations are hiring and actively seeking support.

AtWork!

AtWork! is a supported employment agency, supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to get good jobs, increase community connection, and successfully transition to life after high school. Since 1962, we’ve been advocating at the local, state, and federal level for supported employment opportunities. We’re passionate about creating integrated employment opportunities for the people we serve and are dedicated to successful outcomes for inclusive businesses.

IKRON

IKRON (Integration of Knowledge and Resources for Occupational Needs) provides integrated quality behavioral health and employment services to the greater Seattle Area. Services that are available at IKRON include Employment Services, Behavioral Health, Transitional Youth Services, Health Home, and Integrated Care/PACT Services.

Free WorkSource Virtual Workshops for Job Seekers:

WorkSource hosts free virtual workshops for job seekers in multiple languages on topics such as financial capabilities, interviewing techniques, job-search strategies, perfecting applications, résumés and cover letters, skills and abilities analysis, strategies for success, and more. See all upcoming free workshops for job seekers in King County @ the WorkSource workshop calendar

The Hopelink Employment Program Closing May 30, 2025

We’re sorry that we cannot accept any new clients as the program will close May 30, 2025. Please refer to additional employment resources on our webpage for other options to meet your needs. We wish you the best!

Hopelink’s Digital Skills program is closed. We are here to help you find other services in the community to develop your digital skills!  Local libraries offer free access to computers and resources for developing technology skills. See below for opportunities from the King County Library System, and Seattle Public Libraries.

Hopelink GED Program and English For Work Program

• English for Work Program: Registration for summer classes will open in May, and classes will start in July. Contact us at english@hopelink.org or (425)-250-3007 if you have any questions. You can also fill out the information form to request more information. Learning topics include resumes, job search, interviewing, and U.S. workplace. Program highlights: Students receive 1-on-1 career advising, write resumes, and do practice job interviews with local employers

•  GED/High School+ Hopelink’s GED/High School+ program is ending May 30, 2025, and we are not accepting new students.  Please see our webpage for a list of other programs and resources available in our community.  There are options for earning your GED and for earning your high school diploma through a program called “High School+” (High School Plus).  If you have questions about finding a program that is a good fit for you, please complete the contact form below.  

ReWa English Classes

ReWA offers employment-related English classes (ESL, ELL) to help our clients transition to life in the U.S. and secure long-term employment. Our literacy program provides newcomers with a positive environment to help them gain and improve English language skills and break down the barriers to employment. Classes are online and in-person. Eligibility: Refugees, asylees, special immigrants from Afghanistan and Iraq, and TANF recipients.

Renton Technical College GED PREPARATION

The GED certificate is equivalent to a high school diploma. It will help you enter further education, meet eligibility requirements for financial aid, meet requirements for a job or promotion, or achieve personal goals. The GED can also be a gateway to a high school diploma. Course is online and self-paced. The fee is $25 per quarter (waivers are available). Email or call us at (206) 880-1704 for more information and registration forms. Anyone interested will be placed on a waitlist for Spring Quarter 2025 (starts April 7).

KCLS: Earn Your High School Diploma—Free through Your Library

Gain the skills you need to succeed through a flexible, supportive, online program. Earn an Accredited Diploma: Available by scholarship through select public libraries, Career Online High School (COHS) offers adults the opportunity to complete their high school education. Prepare for Career Success: Earn a career certificate as part of the program. Additionally, you’ll graduate with a resume, cover letter, and other tools to start or advance your career. Get Support Every Step of the Way: Your success is our top priority. You’ll have access to library staff, an academic coach, certified instructors, and technical support.

Bellevue College: Welcome to Workforce Education

Bellevue College Workforce Education Applications are Open! Winter quarter starts January 6th Bellevue College Workforce Education is currently accepting applications for their winter quarter that begins January 6. Learn more and apply here!
Workforce Education provides services to low-income or unemployed people to help them achieve their academic and career goals. They provide funding for tuition, fees, and potentially other costs like books and transportation for eligible students in approved programs of study.

Lake Washington Institute of Technology Worker Retraining Program

The Worker Retraining program at LWTech provides funding and support for eligible dislocated and unemployed workers in training or retraining that will assist them in regaining employment. 

ReWA: Refugee Women’s Alliance (ReWA) is an award-winning, nationally recognized nonprofit that provides holistic services to help refugee and immigrant women and families thrive

• Employment Case Management and Job Readiness Training: Many refugees and immigrants arrive in the U.S. with limited job histories and non-transferable skills, making it difficult to find employment

• Health Care Aide Training Program: ReWA offers FREE Home Care Aide training for refugees and immigrants! Use this entry-level certification to start a career in healthcare.

• Worksource Connection: As a Worksource Connection site in King County, ReWA offers online access to WorkSource services. These services include, for example, online job search, job seeker resources, unemployment services, and tutorials on topics like resume writing and interviewing.

TRAC Associates JOB HELP FOR PEOPLE IMPACTED BY THE CRIMINAL LEGAL SYSTEM

TRAC Associates provides funding for training, help with job searches and résumé writing, work-related supplies, peer and group counseling, expungement services, and transportation. Services are available to King County residents who’ve been recently released, recently charged, or pre-released from the criminal legal system.

Unemployment Law Project:  Recurring Webinar First Monday of the Month 12pm - 1pm 

Answers to Questions About COVID-19 and Unemployment Benefits, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Please join us as we answer questions about how the Coronavirus is affecting unemployment benefits. This webinar is open to the general public. We will be taking questions from participants. First Monday of each month at 12:00 PM PT at https://bit.ly/webinar-ulp

Some Local Job Opportunities

Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank:

Operations Coordinator The Operations Coordinator plays a key role in a collaborative, high-energy team, ensuring the smooth operation of all programs, maintaining organized inventory and warehouse spaces, and consistently providing welcoming and gracious customer service to the community we serve. Work is primarily performed in a warehouse/grocery store-like setting, requiring the ability to regularly lift items up to 50 pounds. 

Volunteer & Community Engagement Lead The Volunteer and Community Engagement Lead is a key leadership role responsible for the strategic vision, planning, and execution of the organization’s volunteer program. With up to 175 volunteers supporting our work each week, this position plays a pivotal role in ensuring that volunteers are recruited, trained, supported, and engaged in meaningful ways that align with the mission and operational goals of the Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank.

Connections Health Centers: We are HIRING!Job Listings at Connections Health Solutions (icims.com)

Renton Technical College Open Positions can be found HERE

Custodian l - Swing Shift New 3000 NE 4th Street Renton, Classified - $3,183.64 - $4,411.47 Monthly Department: Facilities Join our team at Renton Technical College! This full-time classified and overtime eligible position is a member of the custodial team and reports to the Custodial Supervisor.  Custodians provide students, staff, and community with a safe and healthy educational environment.

Campus Security Officer / Part-Time New 3000 NE 4th Street Renton, Classified / Part-time - $26.85 - $35.64 Hourly Department: Safety and Security. Are you passionate about helping others and being an integral part of an inspiring community dedicated to helping students succeed? Renton Technical College (RTC) is seeking a security professional to join our team.

Library Coordinator New 3000 NE 4th Street Renton, Classified - $55,850.00 - $74,138.00 Annually Department: Library RTC is hiring a Library Coordinator! This full-time, classified and overtime eligible position is part of the library team and reports to the Associate Dean of the Library.

 Workforce Service Delivery Coordinator New 3000 NE 4th Street Renton, Exempt - $80,000.00 - $89,386.07 Annually Department: Workforce Education & Grants Are you a dedicated professional looking to support a diverse student population? Renton Technical College is seeking a Workforce Service Delivery Coordinator.

Automotive Technology Instructor / Substitute New 3000 NE 4th Street Renton, Part-time Faculty - Category: Automotive / Faculty Renton Technical College is seeking substitutes as an Automotive Technology Instructor. This position will be responsible for providing individualized and/or group instruction for adults with a wide range of academic and career goals.