Career-related services offered by the partners of the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board focus on meeting customers from Hunterdon and Somerset Counties where they are.
The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Service Center at 27 Warren St., second floor, in Somerville is open for in-person, career-related services 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday and 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday to Friday. Walk-ins are welcomed, but appointments are encouraged. Walk-in and appointment services are available from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Wednesday at the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center at 6 Gauntt Place in Flemington. On Thursday and Friday, appointment-only services are available. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 908-541-5780 in Somerville or 908-237-0016 in Flemington, or email onestop@co.somerset.nj.us for assistance.
In-person career-related services are available Monday through Friday at the Greater-Raritan One-Stop Career Center – Employment Services at 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville. Walk-ins are welcomed but appointments are encouraged. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 908-704-3000 or use this form.
In addition to in-person, all offices continue to offer services through e-mail, phone and virtual platforms. A virtual orientation session for new customers of the Training Center is conducted at 10 a.m. Fridays, and virtual career-webinars presented by the Training Center and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are scheduled several times a month. The Employment Services team also offer a monthly series of Jersey Job Club workshops, which can be attended in-person or remotely. Check out the GRWDB’s website calendar for the latest offerings; contact the GRWDB at 908-541-5790 or info@thegrwdb.org.
GRWDB Board and Committee meetings are open to the public and may be attended in person or virtually. The schedule of meetings can be found on the Events – Meeting Packages tab of the website.
Look on the calendar for more information on all programs and meetings.
NORWESCAP CLTC will offer Essential Computer Skills on Tuesdays and Thursdays in May from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in person at its Flemington office at 84 Park Ave. This series is designed to help participants build a strong foundation for the Job Readiness Computer Skills series which follows. The Essential series teaches participants to manage […]
Matheny Medical & Educational Center in Peapack-Gladstone is conducting an in-person Recruitment Event in Somerville from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday, September 26, 2023. The in-person event, presented by the New Jersey Department of Labor and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, will be in Conference Room A of the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career […]
The Lyons VA Medical Center at 151 Knollcroft Road, Lyons section of Bernards, is hosting an on-site Environmental Service Job Fair from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, September 27. This opportunity is open to veterans only. For it, the VA is seeking housekeepers who can work along side other veterans and provide attention to […]
The gender pay gap hasn’t closed much in the past two decades. In 2022, women earned only 82% of what men earned, according to a Pew Research Center analysis of median hourly workers of both full-time and part-time workers. Twenty years ago, that figure was almost the same at 80%. However, the wage gap is […]
The gender pay gap hasn’t closed much in the past two decades. In 2022, women earned only 82% of what men earned, according to a Pew Research Center analysis of median hourly workers of both full-time and part-time workers. Twenty years ago, that figure was almost the same at 80%. However, the wage gap is […]
The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center at 27 Warren St., second floor, Somerville, is hosting a Career Cafe series this fall. Job seekers, community- and faith-based organizations and current Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board partners as well as area businesses are invited to stop by for coffee, cookies and conversation about the menu […]
A Somerset County Government Career Day event will be conducted from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 3, in the Raritan Valley Community College at the campus in Branchburg. Representatives from more than 20 divisions will be on hand to talk about the many opportunities in county government. RVCC students and alumni are invited to […]
Do you get nervous when interviewing or making presentations at company meetings? A career webinar, Conquering Your Fear of Speaking in Public, is designed to give participants tips and strategies to succeed in public-speaking situations. The Zoom webinar will be presented from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4, by Jan Goodman, community outreach […]
A Cannabis Job Fair and Information Session will be conducted from 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4, in the Grand Conference Rooms at Raritan Valley Community College, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg. Representatives from Valley Wellness, Aunt Mary's in Flemington and other cannabis-related businesses will be on hand to talk with job seekers and conduct […]
Skillup Greater Raritan, presented by Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, provides residents of Hunterdon and Somerset counties unlimited, six-month access to 6,000-plus online learning courses. Register to: • Explore more than 200 career paths • Build your skills and knowledge • Earn digital certificates and badges through cohort training, including the Greater Raritan Entry-Level Job-Readiness […]
A quarterly GRWDB Board Meeting will be conducted at 12 p.m. Thursday, October 5; attendees may join in person in the second-floor conference room at 27 Warren St., Somerville, or via GoToMeeting.The meeting will include an interactive presentation from Greater Raritan's One-Stop Operator, a discussion on the Local Area's First Steps Basic English literacy initiative […]
A Disabilities Job Fair and Career Expo will be conducted from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, at the Somerset County Wellness Center, 876 E. Main St., Bridgewater. This free event is designed to connect job seekers with agency career training and employment-readiness programs, and employers, who are highlighting their open positions while also […]
Are you feeling stressed in your job search? The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled "Bridge to Success." These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search […]
Community in Crisis, Somerset County’s Peer Recovery Center, is conducting a Harm Reduction Conference from 6 to 98 p.m. Tuesday, October 10, at The Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg. The event will feature several keynote speakers and panelists to discuss the latest trends in harm reduction. For more details, see this […]
The HSMC STEM Ecosystem is looking for leaders in Somerset and Mercer Counties interested in working with the organization to expand the resources and opportunities for students to find and succeed in STEM pathways. Learn more at the next HSMC STEM Ecosystem meeting being conducted on Thursday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. […]
Trinity Solar is having an In-Person Recruitment Event on Thursday, October 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Paterson One-Stop Career Center at 200 Memorial Drive, Paterson. The company is hiring for Entry Level Sales. Representatives will be doing on-the-spot interviewing and hiring. Starting salary begins at $52, 000/year plus commission. Benefits include […]
The Facing the Future annual conference on Friday, Oct. 13, in New Brunswick, highlights best practices in supporting people with disabilities in career planning, supported and customized employment, and transition from school to work. The conference is sponsored by The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities and NJ APSE. The 2023 conference features 12 workshops on […]
Sidney Baldayaque, senior benefits advisor for the U.S. Department of Labor Employee Benefits Security Administration’s (EBSA) New York Regional Office, will present "Saving Fitness: A Guide to Your Money and Your Financial Future" at 11 a.m. Friday, October 13, 2023. This is the second workshop in a series of Financial Friday workshops being presented by […]
Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School at 14 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, is hosting an Open House from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14. This is an opportunity for students and their caregivers to learn about the many Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways available at the school. These include multiple pathways in the […]
ShopRite of Flemington is hosting a Job Fair at the store at 272 Highway 202/31 North, Flemington, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14. Open positions include Deli, Produce, Seafood, Bakery, Grocery, Night Crew, Service Clerks, Pharmacy Clerks, Micro-Fulfillment Center and Order-Pick-up-Delivery. The employer offers associate discounts, growth opportunities, flexible hours, paid training, […]
ShopRite of Clinton is hosting a Job Fair at the store at 50 Walmart Plaza, Clinton, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14. Open positions include Deli, Kitchen, Produce, Bakery, Service Clerks, and Cashiers. The employer offers associate discounts, growth opportunities, flexible hours, paid training, tuition reimbursement, and scholarship opportunities. To apply, go […]
Are you feeling stressed in your job search? The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled "Bridge to Success." These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search […]
The 40th Annual Conference of the Garden State Employment and Training Association will be conducted on October 18 and 19, 2023, at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City. The theme is "Empower, Innovate, Lead," and registration will open on May 15. The event will feature numerous breakout sessions and presentations with representatives […]
Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in October at Norwescap training center in Flemington. The Class time is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Please call Terry to register, 908-788-1453. October 24 and 26 –Office 365 Word, you must attend the first day before attending the second day October 31, November 2 […]
The Morris County One-Stop Career Center in Randolph will be hosting an in-person Veteran and Spouse Career and Job Fair on Wednesday, October 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In attendance will be employers in multiple industries along with training providers detailing programs that are free of charge to veterans through grants and other […]
According to Ramsey Solutions, “four out of every five US workers live paycheck to paycheck” and “about 40% of Americans wouldn’t even be able to cover a $400 emergency”? Are you part of that statistic? Learn the importance of budgeting, tracking expenses, credit scores, debt to income ratios and more by attending Central Jersey Housing […]
Ready to turn your business idea into a reality? During a two-part workshop, SCORE business experts will you lead you through the key aspects of your business idea to help ensure success. The workshops will be conducted from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, October 21 and October 28, at the Warren Township Library, 42 […]
Are you feeling stressed in your job search? The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled "Bridge to Success." These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search […]
Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in October at Norwescap training center in Flemington. The Class time is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Please call Terry to register, 908-788-1453. October 24 and 26 –Office 365 Word, you must attend the first day before attending the second day October 31, November 2 […]
Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in October at Norwescap training center in Flemington. The Class time is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Please call Terry to register, 908-788-1453. October 24 and 26 –Office 365 Word, you must attend the first day before attending the second day October 31, November 2 […]
SHI International Corp. headquartered in Somerset is hiring. Learn more at a Veterans Virtual Recruitment Event being presented from 11 a.m.to 12 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25. SHI is a privately owned provider of IT infrastructure, end-user computing, cybersecurity and IT optimization products and services. Information on available positions and the company will be shared. The […]
The Mercer County One-Stop Career Center is hosting a Job & Career Fair from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct.25 at the CURE Insurance Area, Trenton. Attendees should use the entrance at Gate, Parking Lot 2, on South Broad Street. A variety of careers, industries and trades will be represented. Those who preregister also can […]
Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in October at Norwescap training center in Flemington. The Class time is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Please call Terry to register, 908-788-1453. October 24 and 26 –Office 365 Word, you must attend the first day before attending the second day October 31, November 2 […]
Are you looking for a career in New Jersey State Government, college or university? Do you desire a career with great benefits, compensation and opportunity for advancement? Well, at an upcoming Job Fair you will have a chance to speak directly to hiring representatives and learn about immediate openings, submit your resume, and possibly schedule […]
The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center at 27 Warren St., second floor, Somerville, is hosting a Career Cafe series this fall. Job seekers, community- and faith-based organizations and current Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board partners as well as area businesses are invited to stop by for coffee, cookies and conversation about the menu […]
Ready to turn your business idea into a reality? During a two-part workshop, SCORE business experts will you lead you through the key aspects of your business idea to help ensure success. The workshops will be conducted from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, October 21 and October 28, at the Warren Township Library, 42 […]
New Jersey Industry Partnerships and local partners are presenting a Life Sciences and Healthcare Job Fair on Monday, October 30, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Grand Conference Center at Raritan Valley Community College, Lamington Road, Branchburg. Industry Partnerships unite talent with opportunity, with the goal of helping industries in New Jersey continue […]
Are you feeling stressed in your job search? The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled "Bridge to Success." These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search […]
Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in October at Norwescap training center in Flemington. The Class time is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Please call Terry to register, 908-788-1453. October 24 and 26 –Office 365 Word, you must attend the first day before attending the second day October 31, November 2 […]