Greater Raritan

Virtual Career Series: Bridge to Success
2025-06-30 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-07 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-14 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-21 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-28 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-11 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Are you feeling stressed in your job search?
The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and Empower Somerset are offering a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled Bridge to Success. The stress-management techniques shared in this series focus on behavioral, social, and cognitive coping strategies that can be used to address stressful situations at home, work, and interpersonal relationships. The strategies will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process, and in life.
The virtual series will run every Monday from 6 to 7 p.m. beginning on June 23, and ending August 11
The class is limited to 20 participants and participants must have their cameras on for every session. Those taking part in the program are expected to attend all sessions. The program includes a $50 Amazon gift card for completion.
To register, use the link in this flyer.

Walk-in Wednesdays at Trident Maritime Systems
2025-07-02 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Trident Marine Systems, 3 Washington Ave., High Bridge, NJ, 08829, United States
Trident Maritime Systems at 3 Washington Ave., High Bridge is hosting a monthly Walk-in Wednesday event on the first Wednesday of every month from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Walk-in Wednesdays will feature walk-in interviews for open roles, including skilled trades, office positions and more. Salaries start at $20-plus per hours.
These events are designed for quick, on-site interviews with job seekers—no appointments, no hassle. “It’s a great opportunity for individuals looking to get their foot in the door with a steady, long-term employer,” said Yolanda Robinson, HR recruitment administrator.
For more information, scan the QR code in this flyer.

Business Etiquette: A Virtual Career Workshop
2025-07-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
The art of portraying a poised, self-confident image in today’s demanding business atmosphere is a skill that is much too often overlooked by many professionals, but not by those observing and making critical judgments based upon the person’s communication.
To learn about this topic, job seekers are invited to attend a Business Etiquette virtual workshop, running from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 2.
Topics to be covered include: how you can sabotage a positive first impressions; practicing business etiquette to build and maintain relationships; delivering your message in verbal, non-verbal and written way; proper introductions and professional presence, including grooming; and Netiquette.
The workshop will be presented by Jan Goodman, a certified workforce development professional for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center. This program is in collaboration with the Training Center and Jewish Family Service of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties.
Contact Elise Prezant at eprezant@JewishFamilySvc.org or call 908-725-7799, Ext. 108, to pre-register and to receive the Zoom invitation

Free Forklift Certificate Class at Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville
2025-07-03 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-07 09:00 - 13:00 | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Employment Services office at 75 Veterans Memorial Drive in Somerville offers a free forklift certificate class on the first Thursday of each month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. throughout the year.
The Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) Certificate Class will enable successful participants to receive an operator’s permit from their employer upon passing a practical skills evaluation at their workplace. To take the course, participants must have an office government ID (driver’s license, passport, etc.) The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center services residents of Hunterdon and Somerset counties.
Classes in 2025 are on April 3, May 1, June 5, July 3, August 7, September 4, October 2, November 6 and December 4. Participants are asked to arrive at 8:30 a.m. on the day of the class.
Classes may fill up quickly. To register, go to the One-Stop Career Center walk-in window and ring the bell, or call 908-704-3000.

Right at Home Recruitment Event
2025-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting an in-person Recruitment Event from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, for the Hillsborough-based Right at Home, which has positions available throughout Somerset and Hunterdon Counties.
The agency is seeking to fill the following positions: N.J. Certified Home Health Aide (full- and part-time), Home Care Nurse Supervisor, and Companion Caregivers.
This in-person event, open to all job seekers, will be conducted at the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive E., Conference Room B, Somerville.
Attendees will get details about the benefits offered by the company, including flexible schedules, competitive pay, and different benefits. Details on the agency’s HHA Training School in Hillsborough offering online and in-person courses to eligible candidates also will be shared.
To register, use the QR code in this flyer or go to https://bit.ly/4kLCNid.

Family-Based Immigration Sponsorship Program at Bridgewater Library
2025-07-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Bridgewater Somerset County Library, 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, NJ, 08876, United States
A local attorney will present a program on Family-Based Immigration Sponsorship from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, at the Bridgewater Library, 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater.
Under current immigration law, U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (green card holders) can help certain family members immigrate to the United States. Learn about the basics of family-based immigration sponsorship. In this program attendees will learn about the following:

Eligible relatives for family-based sponsorship
Financial support requirement for sponsors
Required documentation
Application process & timelines
Visa Bulletin
FAQ

Go here for more information.
This program will be presented by Snehal Batra, Esq., partner at NPZ Law Group, PC, located in Raritan Borough. Batra is an immigration attorney licensed in New Jersey since 2001 and her practice includes all areas of U.S. business/family immigration and naturalization.

Requirements for Naturalization Program at Hillsborough Library
2025-07-10 13:00 - 14:00 | SCLSNJ’s Hillsborough Library branch, 1 Vogt Dr, Bridgewater Township, NJ, 08807, United States
A local immigration attorney will talk about the requirements for naturalization during a program running from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 10, at the Hillsborough Library, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough. This program is intended to raise awareness about the rights, responsibilities and importance of U.S. citizenship and provide information on the naturalization process and USCIS educational resources.

Those who are lawful permanent residents (green card holders), may be eligible for U.S. citizenship. In this program participants will learn about:

Naturalization eligibility requirements
Application Process
English & Civic exam
Reduced filing fee income threshold
Lack of Good moral character issues
Exceptions & accommodations for Naturalization exam

Go here for more information.
This program will be presented by Snehal Batra, Esq., partner at NPZ Law Group, PC, located in Raritan. Batra is an immigration attorney licensed in New Jersey since 2001 and her practice includes all areas of U.S. business/family immigration and Naturalization.

Business Resource Event at Middlesex College
2025-07-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Middlesex College, 2600 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, NJ, 08818, United States
In partnership with Middlesex County Economic Development, the New Jersey Business Action Center (NJBAC) will host a “Resources for Growth” event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 16, at Middlesex College’s West Hall in Edison.
This initiative brings state agencies and other business organizations directly to the small business community to help business owners and entrepreneurs discover the various financing and incentive programs, technical assistance, and services available to facilitate business growth and success.
Agencies to be on hand include the N.J. Small Business Development Center, N.J. Economic Development Authority, Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Department of the Treasury, Retire Ready NJ, Board of Public Utilities, N.J. Department of Environment Protection and serval more.
All businesses are invited to attend. To register for the free event, go here. Registration and entry will open at 9:45 a.m. Free parking is available, and light refreshments will be provided (Pre-registration and ID are required.)

GRWDB OPG Manufacturing Program Information Session
2025-07-16 11:00 - 11:30 | GoToMeeting and In Person, 27 Warren St., second-floor conference room, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and the New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program are collaborating on a New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Opportunity Partnership Grant that provides free online training in manufacturing.
Hunterdon and Somerset County residents are invited to learn more by joining a series of introductory Manufacturing Program Orientations running at 11 a.m. Wednesdays, from July 16 through August 27. The sessions, on July 16, July 23, July 30, August 6, August 13, August 20 and August 27, will be conducted virtually via GoToMeeting and in-person at the GRWDB office at 27 Warren St., third floor, Somerville.
The GRWDB OPG Program is designed for dislocated workers and underemployed individuals who are interested in starting a new manufacturing career. The program allows eligible participants to get an OSHA-10 certificate in safety standards and receive a certification for Certified Manufacturing Associate in fundamental production know-how. The 12-hour OSHA online class and the 25- to 30-hour online training program from Tooling U-SME introduce basic concepts in the areas needed to begin a successful entry-level manufacturing career.
There are 30 slots available. Applicants will work with the OPG Coordinator and the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center to complete eligibility documentation, and instruction will be provided in cohorts directly from an instructor providing the teachings for the credential.
To join the session virtually, go to https://meet.goto.com/337366277 on the day of the event. Interested applicants also can dial in. Call 1 (872) 240-3311; Access Code: 337-366-277.
For assistance on joining an orientation session or to get started immediately on the application process, email OPG Coordinator Anthony Zarro at info@thegrwdb.org, or call 908-203-6047.

Carrier Clinic Hospitality Hiring Event
2025-07-16 14:00 - 17:00 | Hackensack Meridian Carrier Clinic, 252 County Road 601, Belle Mead, NJ, 08502, United States
The Hackensack Meridian Carrier Behavioral Health Clinic at 252 County Road 601, Belle Mead, is hosting a Hospitality Hiring Event from to 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 16.
Positions include: Food Service; EVS/Housekeeping; and Patient Access. Free on-the-job training is available and there is a $1,000 sign-on bonus for some roles.
Go here to register or click on the link in this flyer.

GRWDB OPG Manufacturing Program Information Session
2025-07-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-30 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-13 11:00 - 12:00 | In-person in GRWDB office or via GoToMeeting, 27 Warren St,, third floor, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and the New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program are collaborating on a New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Opportunity Partnership Grant that provides free online training in manufacturing.
Hunterdon and Somerset County residents are invited to learn more by joining a series of introductory Manufacturing Program Orientations running at 11 a.m. Wednesdays, from July 16 through August 27. The sessions, on July 16, July 23, July 30, August 6, August 13, August 20 and August 27, will be conducted virtually via GoToMeeting and in-person at the GRWDB office at 27 Warren St., third floor, Somerville.
The GRWDB OPG Program is designed for dislocated workers and underemployed individuals who are interested in starting a new manufacturing career. The program allows eligible participants to get an OSHA-10 certificate in safety standards and receive a certification for Certified Manufacturing Associate in fundamental production know-how. The 12-hour OSHA online class and the 25- to 30-hour online training program from Tooling U-SME introduce basic concepts in the areas needed to begin a successful entry-level manufacturing career.
There are 30 slots available. Applicants will work with the OPG Coordinator and the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center to complete eligibility documentation, and instruction will be provided in cohorts directly from an instructor providing the teachings for the credential.
To join the session virtually, go to https://meet.goto.com/337366277 on the day of the event. Interested applicants also can dial in. Call 1 (872) 240-3311; Access Code: 337-366-277.
For assistance on joining an orientation session or to get started immediately on the application process, call 908-203-6047 or email the OPG program at info@thegrwdb.org.

Requirements for Naturalization Program at North Plainfield Library
2025-07-26 14:00 - 15:00 | North Plainfield Public Library, 6 Rockview Ave., North Plainfield, NJ, 07060, United States
A local immigration attorney will talk about the requirements for naturalization during a program running from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at the North Plainfield Library, 6 Rockview Ave., North Plainfield. This program is intended to raise awareness about the rights, responsibilities and importance of U.S. citizenship and provide information on the naturalization process and USCIS educational resources.

Those who are lawful permanent residents (green card holders), may be eligible for U.S. citizenship. In this program participants will learn about:

Naturalization eligibility requirements
Application Process
English & Civic exam
Reduced filing fee income threshold
Lack of Good moral character issues
Exceptions & accommodations for Naturalization exam

Go here for more information.
This program, English and Spanish, will be presented by Snehal Batra, Esq., partner at NPZ Law Group, PC, located in Raritan. Batra is an immigration attorney licensed in New Jersey since 2001 and her practice includes all areas of U.S. business/family immigration and Naturalization.

InnovationNJ Coalition Meeting
2025-07-29 09:00 - 11:00 | New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, 11 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, NJ, 08901, United States
The next InnovationNJ Coalition Meeting will be conducted from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 29, at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center: 11 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick
Christopher Paladino, president, New Brunswick Development Corporation (DEVCO) and CEO of HELIX NJ, will be the main presenter. An update from NJBioFutures also will be given. The meeting also will include general updates and open discussion.
To register, go here.

GRWDB Disabilities Committee
2025-07-29 10:00 - 10:45 | GoToMeeting
Through policy, oversight, and planning, the GRWDB ensures that workforce training and education investments are responsive to and meet the needs of employers and jobseekers and is responsible for maintaining committees to help inform decision-making around services and priorities. One of those includes the GRWDB’s Disabilities Committee, which works to coordinate and integrate local disability services with each other and the One-Stop Career Center while seeking ways to expand and integrate local disability resources and services.
This month’s agenda will include scheduling and planning for a possible Disabilities Resource and Jobs Event in the fall. Find the agenda on the Events – Meeting Packages tab of the website.
This meeting can be attended via GoToMeeting GRWDB Disabilities Committee
July 29, 10:00 – 10:45 AM
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/209708661
You can also dial in using your phone: +1 (872) 240-3212; Access Code: 209-708-661
Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:
https://meet.goto.com/install
Newcomers, please RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org for details.

Norwescap Non-Traditional Occupations Workshop.
2025-07-31 12:00 - 14:00 | Hunterdon County Library System North County Branch, 65 Halstead St., Clinton,, NJ, 08809, United States
Norwescap Career and Life Transitions Center will present a workshop on Non-Traditional Occupations Workshop from 12 to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at the North County Branch Library, 67 Halstead St, Clinton.
Participants will learn how to explore new career paths with confidence, hear from professionals at JCP&L and PSE&G, and be inspired by firsthand stories of women who have successfully entered non-traditional careers. Other resources will be provided.
To register for the event, go here.
For more information, call Terry Sickinger at 908-788-1453.

Keystone Roofing and Siding Virtual Recruitment
2025-08-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
Keystone Roofing and Siding is hosting a virtual recruitment from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 6.
The Howell Township-based company is seeking an Entry Level Marketing Representative who will engage with potential customers, promote company services, and contribute to different marketing efforts through various channels. The ability to communicate effectively and build relationships are key to this position.
The salary is $65,000 to $175,000 yearly.
To register for the recruitment, go to https://forms.office.com/g/WgrkQjeahF.

GRWDB OPG Manufacturing Program Information Session
2025-08-06 11:00 - 12:00 | In-person in GRWDB office or via GoToMeeting, 27 Warren St,, third floor, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

GRWDB Operations Committee Meeting – Virtual
2025-08-07 15:00 - 15:45 | GoToMeeting
Through policy, oversight, and planning, the GRWDB ensures that workforce training and education investments are responsive to and meet the needs of employers and jobseekers and is responsible for maintaining committees to help inform decision-making around services and priorities for targeted populations. One of those includes the GRWDB’s One-Stop Operations Committee, which provides strategy and direction for the services and programs offered by the One-Stop locations in Flemington (Hunterdon County) and Somerville (Somerset County).
Attendees may join via GoToMeeting.
GRWDB Operations Committee Meeting
August 7, 2025, 3:00 – 3:45 PM
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/837381285
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 837-381-285
United States: +1 (224) 501-3412
Meeting agendas are posted here on the GRWDB website.
Newcomers, please RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org for more information!

Energy Workforce Webinar 2025
2025-08-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
Emerging clean energy pathways, the role of apprenticeships and strategies for building a future-ready energy workforce will be discussed during Energy Workforce Webinar 2025, a special virtual event being hosted on RingCentral from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, August 12.
This virtual, statewide event brings together industry innovators, workforce leaders, and educators to share workforce strategies and talk about ways job seekers and employers can prepare for clean-energy careers.
Participants include

Dr. Donovan L. Thompson, Executive Director & Dean of Energy Sciences at River Parishes Community College and creator of the EPIC Consortium
Dr. Jalaal A. Hayes, founder of Evince Innovations and the youngest person in U.S. history to earn a Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry
Dwayne Norris, Co-Founder and COO of Soulful Synergy
Norbert Donnell, an electrical subcontractor construction manager with a hands-on role in overseeing major energy infrastructure projects
Sarah Pidgeon, executive director of STEP-UP Solar in Asbury Park

The event is appropriate for workforce leaders, job seekers, energy employers, educators, and training providers.
To register, go to https://events.ringcentral.com/events/energywebinar2025.

GRWDB Literacy Committee Meeting
2025-08-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Meeting
Through policy, oversight, and planning, the GRWDB ensures that workforce training and education investments are responsive to and meet the needs of employers and jobseekers and is responsible for maintaining committees to help inform decision-making around services and priorities for targeted populations. One of those includes the GRWDB’s Literacy Committee, which works with Title II literacy providers and volunteer literacy organizations in Hunterdon and Somerset counties to ensure literacy training is connected to the other services offered in Greater Raritan’s workforce system.
The agenda for the August 12 meeting will include reviews of First Steps and Title II programs and a brief discussion on the NJDOL’s Digital Equity Training grant opportunity. Go to the GRWDB Meeting Packages page for the agenda. Meeting details:
GRWDB Literacy Meeting
August 12, 2025, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/411167173
You can also dial in using your phone: United States: +1 (224) 501-3412; Access Code: 411-167-173
All GRWDB committee meetings are open to the public.
