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.
In addition to in-person, all offices 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 and in-person career-webinars on different topics are presented an ongoing basis by the Training Center and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. Bookmark this GRWDB calendar page to keep up with the latest offerings. Job fairs and related career events from around the state can be found on the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Events Calendar.
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.
For more information and instructions on submitting items for calendar consideration, contact the GRWDB at 908-541-5790 or info@thegrwdb.org.
Raritan Valley Community College will conduct several Career Nights in April that will offer prospective students information about educational opportunities and career pathways in such fields as business, engineering, paralegal studies, and criminal justice. During the programs, which are free of charge and open to the community, participants will be able to engage with faculty […]
The United State's largest law enforcement agency, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, is hosting a Veterans Virtual Recruitment Event from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 3. Veterans, military spouses, and Guard/Reserve members are encouraged to attend. The agency has Patrol Officer positions available. During the event, job seekers will learn about the agency, the […]
Are you feeling stressed in your job search? This spring, 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 […]
A quarterly GRWDB Board Meeting will be conducted at 12 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, 2024; attendees may join in person in the second-floor conference room at 27 Warren St., Somerville, or via GoToMeeting.The meeting will include a presentation on upcoming programs, the review of several new board policies, and a presentation by Greater Raritan's One-Stop […]
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting an in-person Recruitment Session at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 4, 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 […]
The Hunterdon County-based Hand in Hand Healthcare Solutions, LLC is the recipient of the GAINS Grant from New Jersey’s Department of Labor to support Registered Apprenticeships in Healthcare. These include CHW, CNA and CMA positions. The company can help New Jersey healthcare businesses develop and register a customized program with the U.S. Department of Labor. […]
Legal Services of Northwest Jersey (LSNJ) is hiring throughout the statewide network of Legal services organizations. Positions throughout the state are open for attorneys, paralegals, assistants, and more. Learn more at a Legal Services Job Fair being conducted from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 4, at LSNJ, 100 Metroplex Drive, Edison, in the first-floor […]
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting an in-person Recruitment Event for job seekers at 10 a.m. Friday, April 5, for Power Container Corp. in the Somerset section of Franklin. The company is looking to fill the following positions: Full-time Machine Operator and Injection […]
NJ SHARES is hosting a NJ Board of Public Utilities Payment Assistance for Gas and Electric (NJ BPU PAGE) grant event at the Somerville Library, 35 West End Ave., Somerville, on Monday, April 8, from 4 to 7 p.m. This event is designed to help individuals apply for energy (gas and electric) assistance. Registration is […]
RWJ Barnabas Health is hiring. Learn more at a hiring event being conducted at Middlesex College in Edison from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 9. Attendees will learn about the entry-level positions and the departments hosting the openings. Hiring managers will be in attendance and on-the-spot interviews may be conducted. Pre-registration is encouraged […]
Raritan Valley Community College will conduct several Career Nights in April that will offer prospective students information about educational opportunities and career pathways in such fields as business, engineering, paralegal studies, and criminal justice. During the programs, which are free of charge and open to the community, participants will be able to engage with faculty […]
Are you feeling stressed in your job search? This spring, 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 […]
A Life Sciences & Healthcare Job Fair for Veterans is being conducted from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, at Felician University, one Felician Way, Rutherford. More than 50 employers are scheduled to participate in the job fair which will connect them to hundreds of job seekers, including men and women transitioning to […]
Somerset and Hunterdon County residents who are under or unemployed have a wealth of services available to them. Services include career and vocational counseling, job - related training in - demand occupations, veterans’ benefits, reentry services and a full-service job outplacement center called the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center. Learn more at an in-person workshop […]
Allies, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities, is hosting a Hiring Event on Thursday, April 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 509 Mine Road, Hampton. The company is seeking Residential Counselors, a Youth Therapist, Community Support Staff and Community Integration Support Staff at locations in Hunterdon County. A sign-on bonus […]
Employers are invited to attend a series of webinars to learn how SkillUp Greater Raritan can be utilized to provide free upskilling training to staff. The sessions are conducted at 11 a.m. on the second Thursday of the month - on April 11, May 9 and June 13, 2024. During each session, examples of how […]
Is your business hiring for internships or positions for business majors, computer science major or paralegals? If so, you are invited to Middlesex College to meet and network with graduating seniors as well as first-year students interested in learning about externship programs and other opportunities available to them. The college's Business, Computer Science and Paralegal […]
The Community Hope Resource and Job Fair will be conducted over two days in April at American Dream at 1 American Dream Way in East Rutherford. The event, directed to veterans, will be conducted from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, April 12, and from 12 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 13. Representatives from community and […]
An Open House will be conducted by Raritan Valley Community College on Lamington Road in Branchburg on Saturday, April 13, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the event, participants can turn the campus, get questions answered and learn more about the college. At the Open House, participants can learn about: Academic programs designed to […]
The Franklin Township Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Job Fair from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 13, at the Franklin Youth Center, 429 Lewis St., Somerset section of Franklin. Seasonal and permanent positions as well as part-time jobs are available. These include: Youth and Senior Program Specialists; Senior Center Building Supervisors; Counselors […]
The Community Hope Resource and Job Fair will be conducted over two days in April at American Dream at 1 American Dream Way in East Rutherford. The event, directed to veterans, will be conducted from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, April 12, and from 12 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 13. Representatives from community and […]
Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) is presenting a two-day virtual Homebuyer Workshop, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 15, and Wednesday, April 17. This HUD certified homebuyer free workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the home buying process. Attendees will hear from the industry’s local professionals about how to become a successful […]
Raritan Valley Community College will conduct several Career Nights in April that will offer prospective students information about educational opportunities and career pathways in such fields as business, engineering, paralegal studies, and criminal justice. During the programs, which are free of charge and open to the community, participants will be able to engage with faculty […]
Norwescap's Core Computer Skills series is designed to help class participants build a strong foundation using computers. The April free series will be conducted in Spanish and in person at Norwescap's North Plainfield training center, at 170 Watchung Ave., using the agency's computers and internet. Class time for the following classes is 8:45 a.m. to […]
Members of the community interested in learning more about various programs offered through Raritan Valley Community College’s Adult Learners’ College are invited to attend one of two special Information Sessions in April. The college will conduct an Adult Learners’ College Business Degree Information Session on Tuesday, April 16, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., in the RVCC Atrium. […]
Are you feeling stressed in your job search? This spring, 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 […]
Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) is presenting a two-day virtual Homebuyer Workshop, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 15, and Wednesday, April 17. This HUD certified homebuyer free workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the home buying process. Attendees will hear from the industry’s local professionals about how to become a successful […]
Raritan Valley Community College will conduct several Career Nights in April that will offer prospective students information about educational opportunities and career pathways in such fields as business, engineering, paralegal studies, and criminal justice. During the programs, which are free of charge and open to the community, participants will be able to engage with faculty […]
Norwescap's Core Computer Skills series is designed to help class participants build a strong foundation using computers. The April free series will be conducted in Spanish and in person at Norwescap's North Plainfield training center, at 170 Watchung Ave., using the agency's computers and internet. Class time for the following classes is 8:45 a.m. to […]
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are presenting an in-person Recruitment Session at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 18, for the Somerville-based A Place at Home. The agency is seeking to fill the following positions: full-time Companion and Home Health Aide, with an hourly salary of […]
The Warren County Habitat for Humanity is hosting a Job / Career Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, April 19 at its Community Center, 31 Belvidere Ave., Washington. This free event is open to all levels of experience and provides an opportunity to connect with potential employers. Among the employers participating are Abilities […]
Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in May by Norwescap in an in-person training series at the agency's training center at 84 Park Ave. The free series will run from 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. using agency computers and Internet: May 7: Introduction to #GoogleDocs Learn, how to format, create documents and save them on #GoogleDrive. May 9: Office […]
Norwescap's Core Computer Skills series is designed to help class participants build a strong foundation using computers. The April free series will be conducted in Spanish and in person at Norwescap's North Plainfield training center, at 170 Watchung Ave., using the agency's computers and internet. Class time for the following classes is 8:45 a.m. to […]
Raritan Valley Community College Department of Business and Public Service and the Council of Supply Chain Management NY/NJ Chapter will present the 2nd Annual Technology & Innovation Conference: Delivering Innovation for the 21st Century, Tuesday, April 23, from 1-3 p.m. The event, which is free of charge and open to the public, will be conducted […]
Are you feeling stressed in your job search? This spring, 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 […]
Assemblyman Joe Danielsen is hosting a Free Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, at The Imperia, 1714 Easton Ave., Somerset section of Franklin. The event is open to all community members. Attendees are reminded to dress for success and bring copies of their resumes. Job seeker attendees may RSVP to AsmDanielsen@njleg.org; […]
New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) is hosting a webinar at noon on Wednesday, April 24, for employers to learn about resources that can be used to pay for employee training and postsecondary degrees. NJ State Higher Education Financial Aid can complement existing benefits packages. Go here to register for this webinar.
Norwescap's Core Computer Skills series is designed to help class participants build a strong foundation using computers. The April free series will be conducted in Spanish and in person at Norwescap's North Plainfield training center, at 170 Watchung Ave., using the agency's computers and internet. Class time for the following classes is 8:45 a.m. to […]
At noon on Thursday, 25, Norwescap's Career & Life Club will present the webinar, Which Job is Right For Me? Career Coach Jan Goodman will lead a discussion of how to unearth your natural tendencies, enjoyable skills, and interests, so that you can land a job you love, and happily remain there. Goodman is part […]
Central Jersey College Prep Charter School at 101 Mettlers Road, Somerset section of Franklin, is hosting a Job Fair from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 25, at the school. Job seekers are invited to attend and learn about the many benefits the school offers, including tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance, a 401K retirement plan […]
The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center at 27 Warren St., second floor, Somerville, is hosting a Career Cafe series this spring. Job seekers, community- and faith-based organizations, current Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board partners, and businesses representatives based in Hunterdon and Somerset counties are invited to stop by for coffee, cookies and conversation […]
RWJUH New Brunswick is hosting a Brunch Time Registered Nurse Hiring Event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, April 28, at the hospital at 1 Robert Wood Johnson University Place, New Brunswick. The event will feature brunch-themed snacks and beverages. Attendees will learn about available positions, and on-the-spot interviews will be available from nursing […]
Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) is presenting a webinar on Renter Info & Resources, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 29. The free webinar will be led by Gerald R. Brennan, Esq., with Legal Services of Northwest Jersey, Inc. This free webinar aims to answer all types of housing questions – whether rental […]
Resources for business expansion and start-up capital will be explored during a Meet Your Local Bankers event running from 8 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 30, at the Unity Bank Center for Business and Entrepreneurship, 119 Main St., Flemington. The program will begin with brief presentations on financing through Unity Bank, NJEDA, USDA Rural Development […]
Norwescap's Core Computer Skills series is designed to help class participants build a strong foundation using computers. The April free series will be conducted in Spanish and in person at Norwescap's North Plainfield training center, at 170 Watchung Ave., using the agency's computers and internet. Class time for the following classes is 8:45 a.m. to […]
Norwescap's Core Computer Skills series is designed to help class participants build a strong foundation using computers. On Tuesday, April 30, Norwescap's Flemington training center, at 84 Park Ave., will host a class on using Office365 Word to create professional documents. The class, using the agency's computers and Internet, will run from 8:45 a.m. to […]
Are you feeling stressed in your job search? This spring, 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 […]
There are currently five generations in the workforce, and employers faced with mass retirements of Baby Boomers are looking for ways to prepare for the changes that will result. This webinar, The Multi-Generational Workplace, explores the history and reality of the generation gap. Problems, solutions and strategies to help overcome issues of the generation gap […]
Skillup Greater Raritan, presented by Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, provides residents of Hunterdon and Somerset counties unlimited, six-month access to 7,000-plus online learning courses. Register to: • Explore more than 200 career paths • Do a career assessment and get recommended courses to build your skills and knowledge • Earn digital certificates and badges, […]
The NJ Reentry Corp. is presenting the Paterson Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 3, at Paterson City Hall, 155 Market St., Paterson. A variety of organizations will be on hand, including The Funplex, the U.S. Postal Service, RISE Dispensary, the Action Staffing Group, CarePlus New Jersey and many more. For […]
The Somerset County Department of Human Services, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, The Giving Network and the Princeton Justice Initiative are collaborating on a two-day Community Resource Event in which resources and free items will be given away to community members. The event will be conducted at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, at 300 Union Ave, Somerville, […]
The Somerset County Department of Human Services, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, The Giving Network and the Princeton Justice Initiative are collaborating on a two-day Community Resource Event in which resources and free items will be given away to community members. The event will be conducted at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, at 300 Union Ave, Somerville, […]
