January 9, 2025 | Volume 51 | | |
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Step into the new year with fresh opportunities! Whether you're a job seeker or a business, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Job seekers, explore our Virtual Career Center for resources to prepare for your career without the need to visit a physical Job Center.
Businesses, connect with customized training solutions and a talent pool through our Business Service team. Thrive in the evolving business landscape with our support. Click here for more information.
Let's make the most of the new year together!
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Job Fairs, Information & Training Sessions | |
Labor Credit Union Job Fair
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January 16 | 11am - 1:30pm
Labor Credit Union is expanding and searching for talented individuals like you to join the team! Whether you're passionate about talent development, financial wellness, member services, we have exciting roles that could be the perfect fit for you!
American Job Center National Harbor
6800 Oxon Hill Road
National Harbor, MD 20745
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Career Takeover: Festival de Recursos Communitarios | |
January 18 | 10am - 1pm
Employ Prince George's and Buck Lodge Middle School presents Career Takeover: Festival de Recursos Comunitarios.
You don't want to miss out on the fun— from resource presentations to student performances, job opportunities, summer internships, giveaways and door prizes!
Buck Lodge Middle School
2611 Buck Lodge Road
Adelphi, MD 20783
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Pathways to Prosperity:
Hiring and Resource Fair
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January 21 | 10am - 1pm
Join us for your chance to connect with businesses, explore opportunities, and discover valuable resources to jumpstart
your career journey!
Connect with recruiters from WMATA, Southwest Airlines, KNeal Truck and Bus Center, Visiting Angels, Luminis Health, Utopia Health Center, Ardmore and more!
Town of Forest Heights
Community Center
5508 Arapahoe Drive
Forest Heights, MD 20745
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Mastering Professional and Personal Excellence:
Soft Skills Workshop
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Held monthly!
Every 2nd Monday in Largo
Every 4th Monday in National Harbor
Get Ready to Shine in Any Work Environment! We’re here to help young adults revamp their soft skills in the workplace, allowing them to interact effectively with colleagues, clients,
and stakeholders.
Click the locations below to register!
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In-person & virtual sessions available!
We're hosting our monthly orientations for individuals that want to learn about our 13 Workforce Development Programs and to take the next steps to launch your career.
Come and get your questions answered!
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American Job Center (AJC)
Information Session
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Monthly, Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday | 10am
Join us for our monthly information sessions and gain valuable insight about our partners, services and resources available to you!
American Job Center Largo
1801 McCormick Drive, Suite 120
Largo, MD 20774
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Metrix Learning Training Session | |
Bi-weekly on Wednesdays | 11am - 2pm
The American Job Center Largo is providing access to free online training through our Metrix Learning platform. Take advantage of the catalog of training modules tailored just for you!
Click the button below to see how to get started:
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ETA Spanish Speaking Workshop | |
Monthly, Every 4th Friday | 10am - 2pm
Are you a Spanish-speaking job seeker looking to advance your career?
Let us help you stand out in your career exploration and job searching, create a top-tier resume to impress employers, boost your interview skills to increase your chances of landing your dream job.
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Transforming Connections into Business Wins!
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For more details, click here. | | |
Shape the future talent pipeline of Prince George's County by partnering with Employ Prince George's. From career days to summer employment programs, your involvement can change lives. Complete our survey to get started today and take the first step in shaping our youth! | | | |
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Start the new year with the right connections - join the American Job Center Community Network! We're a vibrant community of 249 members and counting!! Unlock new resources, opportunities, and partnerships to help you launch into the new year on the right foot! | | | |
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Are you a registered USDOL or State of Maryland Apprenticeship Employer? | |
The Prince George’s County Apprenticeship Expansion Fund offers grants to fill registered apprenticeship vacancies with unemployed county residents. Approved companies can receive:
- $2,500 Grant per eligible apprentice (registered for 5+ years)
- $5,000 Grant per eligible apprentice (registered for less than 5 years)
Click here for more qualifying information and to start the application process.
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Nine Best Practices For Getting The Most Out Of Year-End Reflection | |
The end of each year is an important time to reflect on what you accomplished throughout the year as well as any challenges you faced so that you can make a game plan to improve in the future. Sometimes it's difficult to remember everything that happened, but you don't want to overlook significant events when reflecting on them can help you accomplish more in the months ahead.
When trying to get the most out of your reflection time, there are several methods you can use to look back at the year and zero in on the wins and losses that mattered most.
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Access Anywhere! Anytime!
The Prince George's County Virtual Career Center (PGCVCC) offers workforce development services and career readiness training for Prince George's County residents. The PGCVCC also connects job seekers to job openings from local and regional businesses.
Click here to create an account today to get exclusive access to all of our programs, events, and services offered at Employ Prince George's.
Need help setting up an account?
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Presenting the EPG HOT JOBS LIST!
Every two weeks, we handpick a dynamic selection of trending and urgent job opportunities available right now in Prince George's County. Stay ahead of the curve and land your dream job today!
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Want to love your job? Apply with us.
Our team members are diverse and innovative thought-leaders who have become community assets. We are seeking professionals who can grow with us, think outside the box, and follow through to the implementation of strategic goals. We are a firmly believe that, with the right team, we can impact the world. If you are a dynamic individual looking for a rewarding career in the community, we’d love for you to join us! Together, in partnership, we can work to better the lives of those around us.
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Program Spotlight & Insights | |
Celebrate the Success of KEYS to Elevation! | |
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Our Knowledge Equals Youth Success (KEYS) program 18-24-year-old out-of-school youth have completed the focused four-week career readiness series, gaining essential soft skills and occupational skills scholarships. With paths in CompTIA A+ and CDL training, they're shaping their futures. Thanks to our dedicated KEYS team and partners!
Businesses: To join us in opening doors to lasting career impact. click here.
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Workforce News & Highlights | |
Top Leadership Skills to Prioritize and Develop in 2025 | As organizations deal with AI integration, political shifts, and return-to-office policies, leaders must adapt to continuous, rapid changes to remain effective. Before now, leadership was measured by proven track records, years of experience, and traditional business competencies. But that’s no longer the case as we approach 2025. The working environment has undergone its most significant transformation in decades, and so has the leadership quality to spearhead these changes. Therefore, only leaders who develop the much-needed skills, especially the ability to blend technological insight with genuine human connections, will thrive | |
US job growth surged in November, adding 227,000 jobs | |
Job growth surged in November, an expected rebound after hurricanes and striking workers heavily distorted the October data.
However, looking past the pendulum swing of recent months, the US labor market remains stable — but cooling — and still hasn’t shaken the cause for concern that a greater weakening may be at hand.
The US economy added 227,000 jobs last month, as striking and weather-waylaid employees went back to work and bolstered a steady stream of employment gains, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data released Friday.
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Prince George's County Labor
Market Data
| Monthly, Employ Prince George's provides workforce data covering salary, wages, occupations, and employment in Prince George's County. | |
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Prince George's County Housing Resource Guide | The Employ Prince George’s Housing Resource Guide is an extensive guide with various resources for emergency and long-term housing for Prince George’s County residents in need. To view or download the Housing Resource Guide, please click the button below.. | |
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In the Community
| Recaps & Highlights |
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Transportation & Logistics Recruitment and Resource Event | |
On, December 9, Employ Prince George's hosted the Transportation & Logistics Recruitment and Resource Event at the American Job Center National Harbor for jobseekers interested in exploring opportunities in the transportation and logistics industry.
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Employment Resources for Older Adults Workshop | On December 16, our Community Development team and the Education, Training, and Assessments Department had the privilege of participating in the Employment Resources for Older Adults Workshop—sponsored by the City of Hyattsville and organized by Marci LeFevre, Aging and Wellness Services Manager. | |
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