The Young Adult Summer Jobs Program application process closed on April 29, 2011. Due to reduction in funds, the 2011 program will include a lottery to choose which young adults will receive job experience for six weeks this summer. Eligibility workshops will take place beginning the week of May 2nd, and will determine whether young adult applicants are eligible for the job lottery. The lottery selection will take place on June 6, 2011 and will be overseen by the GLWIB Youth Council.
From left, Bunthunvoath Chea, 17, and Nathan and Nicholas Timm, both 18, of Lowell High School receive tickets at the Career Center of Lowell from Career Specialist Cathy Sturtevant
May 5, 2011 - Northeast Energy Sector Partnership, 2-4 pm, GLWIB, 107 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852
May 5, 2011 - Connecting Activities Job Fair, 3-5 pm, Lowell High School, 50 Father Morissette Blvd, Lowell, MA 01852
May 18, 2011 - Healthcare Job Fair, 2-5 pm, Career Center of Lowell, 107 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852
May 19, 2011 - Emerging Sectors Committee, 2-3:30 pm ,GLWIB, Middlesex Community College, 50 East Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852
May 24, 2011 - Workforce Issue Committee, 9-10 am, GLWIB, 107 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852
May 26, 2011 - Healthcare Strategic Plan Focus Group, 8:30 am, Radisson Hotel and Suites,10 Independence Drive, Chelmsford, MA
June 1, 2011 - GLWIB Youth Council, 9 am, GLWIB, 107 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852
Community Events
May 5, 2011 - Middlesex Community College Academy of Health Professions Graduation, 6:30 pm, Federal Building/Lowell Campus, 50 East Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852
May 6, 2011 - Career Center of Lowell Guest Speaker Series - Tips and Tricks for the Engineering Job Hunter - John Racho, Recruiting Services, 10 am, Career Center of Lowell, 107 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852
May 10, 2011 - Strategic Business Owner Coaching Workshop, 8-11:30 am, Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce, 131 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852
May 24, 2011 - Small Businesses Retirement Plans Workshop, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, GL Chamber of Commerce, Cavaleiro's Restaurant, 573 Lawrence Street, Lowell, MA 01852
June 10, 2011 - Middlesex Community College Celebrity Forum 2011 - Robin Roberts, 8 pm, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 East Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852
June 21, 2011 - Massachusetts Job and Workforce Summit, 9:30-4:30 pm, Publick House, 277 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA 01566
2011 Youth Job Fair
The Greater Lowell Workforce Investment Board (GLWIB) in partnership with the Career Center of Lowell (CCL) and Lowell High School will host the annual Youth Job Fair on May 5, 2011. The event will be held in the Lowell High School cafeteria from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Youth from all surrounding towns are encouraged to attend. Businesses interested in participating should contact Beatriz Sierra at 978-805-4813. Click here for more information.
The video below includes important tips for young adults seeking employment.
2011 Youth Job Fair
65Northeast Energy Sector Partnership
In conjunction with the North Shore and Merrimack Valley WIBs, Greater Lowell was awarded a grant focused on expanding the capacity of the local workforce in renewable energy and energy efficiency. With funding made available through the U.S. Department of Labor and the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), the Energy Sector Partnership provides training opportunities for unemployed residents and assists individual companies in training their existing workforce.
During the past several months the GLWIB and Career Center of Lowell have been meeting with local companies on training opportunities available through the grant. 65 incumbent workers from local companies will be trained through the grant. Training options include: HVAC installation and maintenance, facilities maintenance, weatherization, and renewable installation, including photovoltaic and solar thermal installation skills.
In addition to working with employers, the grant provides training to unemployed residents who may be interested in areas related to energy efficiency. For general information on the grant, please contact Gail Brown, GLWIB Senior Program Manager at 978-805-4736. Unemployed individuals who are interested in training should contact the Career Center of Lowell for furtherdetails.
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Ray attended New Hampshire College of Accounting where he received an Associates' degree in Accounting. He then attended Merrimack College and received a Bachelor's degree in Sociology. Ray began his career teaching Social Studies at a middle school in Lawrence, before moving on to the Arlington Trust Company, where he received management training. From there, Ray was employed at Pelham Bank and Trust which was eventually purchased by First Essex Bank. From First Essex Bank, Ray moved on to Northern Mass Telephone Workers (NMTW) Community Credit Union. He has been employed here since 1999. Ray works closely with local businesses to ensure that appropriate lending is provided, and the members make educated decisions about their business's future.
Did you know that a current listing of training providers in the Greater Lowell area is available through the GLWIB?
The GLWIB Training Vendor Asset Map is a directory of training providers in the Greater Lowell area and beyond. You can find available courses, locations and their associated costs.
Click here to download the GLWIB Training Vendor Asset Map.
Healthcare Job Fair
The GLWIB in partnership with the Career Center of Lowell and Middlesex Community College will be hosting a healthcare job fair at the Career Center of Lowell on May 18, 2011 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Several local healthcare providers will be on hand to meet with potential candidates.
Employers will be looking to add staff in the areas of Phlebotomy, Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Secretary and Receptionist and more. If you are interested as a job seeker or healthcare employer, please contact Career Center of Lowell Career Adviser Judith Wheeler at 978-805-4704.
The City of Lowell is updating its Master Plan, the 20 year vision for the future of the City. In recognition of this event, the City is hosting the Sustainability Snapshot Contest with a chance to win a season pass to the Lowell Summer Music Series.
The contest is open to the public and includes five categories. Click here for more information
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