WorkSource:

• New Program Alert: 5-Week Computer Skills Workshop Series   Starting June 18, 2025 We're excited to announce our upcoming computer skills training program designed to help job seekers build essential digital competencies and earn valuable certifications! What You'll Gain: Hands-on computer skills training Professional certificates to add to your resume Free skills assessments Small group learning environment FREE laptop upon course completion (while supplies last)! 📍 WorkSource Auburn - Orca Room (2707 I St NE, Auburn) 💰 Completely FREE + take home a laptop! Ready to level up your digital skills? Contact Said Hosseini at said.hosseini@esd.wa.gov for more information and to secure your spot.

• Job Fair & Networking Event WorkSource Rainier Job Fair & Networking Event ~ Participating Organizations Include: Service Linen, Hopelink, Allied Universal, Bellevue College, Phoenix Protective Corporation, WA State DCYF, WIS Internationals, WA Army National Guard, SmartTalent, FedEx, Alliance Building Services. Register Here: WorkSource Rainier Job Fair - June 25, 2025 Contact Meaghan Lee at meaghan.lee@esd.wa.gov

• Find Many More Workshops on WorkSource Calendar

• Unemployment Benefits Support: Learn how to apply and navigate the process, Available in multiple languages: Arabic, Somali, Amharic, Tigrinya, Pashto, Urdu, Farsi, Dari, Ukrainian, Russian, English. Call 206-443-9999 to speak with a navigator

KCLS: WorkSource: Job and Resume Assistance 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.

YWCA: Programs Available

• CareerWork$ Ready 2025 Dates: June 2, July 21, Sept 8, Oct 27. Free 3-week online job preparation course. 4 days per week, 2.5 hours per day via Zoom. Focus on resume writing, interview skills, and professional presence. Multiple 2025 sessions available throughout the year. Find more information HERE

• BankWork$: 2025 Dates: June 30, Sept 22. BankWork$ is a FREE, online/hybrid, interactive class that prepares you for a stable and advancement-oriented career in the financial industry. Participants must be 18 or older, have a high school diploma or GED, be fluent in written and spoken English, possess basic computer skills, and have cash handling experience. Find more information HERE

• PharmacyWork$: 2025 Dates: Aug 26, 2025 is a free, online job readiness training created in response to help meet the needs of today’s workforce and the need to help job seekers reenter the workforce. PharmacyWork$ is designed to help job seekers access critical job opportunities currently available and to prepare for the jobs that are in high demand and growing to meet the needs of today’s workforce. The program consists of a 5-week course offered completely online using Zoom and focused on preparing students to enter the pharmacy field and to pursue certification including the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s PTCB exam. Fine more information HERE

Lake Washington Institute of Technology: Worker Retraining

Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) offers a Worker Retraining program for unemployed individuals who are receiving or have exhausted unemployment insurance within the last 48 months. The program provides financial assistance for training through Commissioner Approved Training (CAT)/Training Benefits (TB). The Summer 2025 quarter begins July 7th, with new student registration opening May 8th, 2025. Interested candidates visit our website to take the "Start Next Quarter" survey and sign up for virtual info sessions, held on select Tuesdays at 2 p.m. via Zoom. Located in Kirkland, WA, LWTech is Washington's only public institute of technology, offering 11 bachelor's degrees, 41 associate degrees, and 83 professional certificates across 41 areas of study.

KCLS: Washington Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) Information Desk Bellevue View all dates

Get information on Labor & Industries (L&I) programs and services with a specialist. All languages welcome. If needed, you will be connected to interpreter services. Topics include: workers' rights (wages. breaks, paid sick leaves, file complaints), claims for injured workers, workplace safety, benefits for crime victims, small business information, Sponsored by the Washington Department of Labor and & Industries Community Relations.  Registration not required. Walk-ins welcome.

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.

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: Programs Available

• 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

• 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.

• 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, In Multiple Languages

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 Closed May 30, 2025

We’re sorry that we cannot accept any new clients as the program closed 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 until June 25, and classes will start in July. Contact us at english@hopelink.org or (425)-250-3007 if you have any questions. We’re offering a 6-week English for Work Foundations class this summer to help intermediate-level students prepare for the 10-week English for Work class in the fall. This class is ideal for students who want an introduction to job interview skills, need to review basic grammar and vocabulary, do not yet have a resume in English, and need to develop basic computer skills. For more information about our Adult Education Programs visit our website here!

•  GED/High School+ Hopelink’s GED/High School+ program ended 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

Need help paying for college? Bellevue College Workforce Education offers grants for tuition, books, and transportation! You may qualify if you receive SNAP/EBT, TANF, unemployment benefits, or are considered low-income. Join their info session every Tuesday at 2:30pm on Zoom: bellevuecollege.edu/we/apply. Office: U212 | 425-564-4054. Email: workforce-ed@bellevuecollege.edu

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: 

The Unemployment Law Project (ULP) advocates for workers in Washington State to advance their economic security during periods of unemployment. The ULP also pursues legislative, regulatory, and policy changes to hold government agencies and employers accountable, thereby strengthening equitable practices for unemployed workers. With offices in Seattle and Spokane, Washington, we offer our services to anyone with a Washington State claim.

Some Local Job Opportunities

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

Renton Technical College Open Positions can be found HERE