November Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter

October 30, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 30, 2017

Contact: Patty Perry, Presque Isle CareerCenter, 207-760-6300

Media Contact: Laura Hudson, Maine Department of Labor, 621-5009

PRESQUE ISLE - The Presque Isle CareerCenter announces November programs for job seekers and those who are considering training for a new career.

?Our CareerCenters offer no-cost information and resources to help Mainers find a new or better job or training program to support a career change, whether they?re out of work or looking for a better job,? said Governor Paul R. LePage. ?Each location provides computers with Internet access and printers that job seekers can use, as well as workshops and expert advice. Visit mainecareercenter.gov to learn more about these services and where to find your closest center. ?

Job seekers and businesses interested in connecting with one another can also like the CareerCenter on Facebook. Events are held at the Presque Isle CareerCenter, located at 66 Spruce Street, unless otherwise noted. Maine Veterans receive priority of service in all CareerCenter programs.

Creating Winning Resumes ? Fridays, November 3 and 17 at 9:00 a.m.

Learn how to create a professional resume and walk out the door with one in hand.

Financial Aid ? Tuesdays, November 7, 14 and 28 at 9 a.m.

Get assistance with college planning and financial aid. Call Patrick at 694-0718 to register or visit http://meoc.maine.edu.

Practice Mock Interviews ? Call 760-6300 to schedule and appointment.

Preparing for a job interview? Give us a call! We'll help you practice so you?re ready to present the best you possible!

CareerCenters, part of the Maine Department of Labor, offer a variety of services to help people find employment or upgrade skills. Each center provides several public-access computer workstations with Microsoft Office software, resume writing and cover letter software, Internet access and O?Net software for skills assessment. All CareerCenter services are free of charge.

Call 207-760-6300 or 1-800-635-0357 (TTY users call Maine Relay 711) for additional information and to register for workshops held at the CareerCenter. The CareerCenter, located at 66 Spruce Street in Presque Isle, is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can also find more information at the CareerCenter website, www.mainecareercenter.gov .

Maine CareerCenters are an equal opportunity provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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