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  • Resume Writing Workshop

    If you or someone you know is interested in creating or updating a resume, please join us for a Resume Writing Workshop sponsored by Urban League of Louisiana's Office of Workforce Development! This workshop will be held Wednesday, Aug 4, 2021 at 10:00 AM Central Time. To register for this workshop, click https://urbanleaguela-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpceGrqDkiH9DX4IL-wfHcAaeXPXExsYrf After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.  

  • Virtual Job Fair (in partnership with Walgreens)

    Join us in partnership with Walgreens on Wednesday, August 11 for a virtual job fair! Come connect to opportunities in essential industry jobs including – Retail (Pharmacies/Grocers) Customer Service Healthcare Register at https://urbanleaguela.org/virtual-job/

  • Virtual Career & Resource Expo 2021

    ULLA's Office of Workforce Development is hosting a Virtual Career & Resource Expo this Wednesday,September 29 from 10am-2pm to connect job seekers to job openings in essential industries. The virtual career fair will feature premier employers that represent an array of industries such as Retail, Food Service, Transportation, Healthcare, Hospitality, Construction, Technology, Oil & Gas, and more! Register at https://urbanleaguela.org/virtual-job/

  • Deadline to Register for 2021 STRIVE Core Training Cohort 6

    Urban League’s STRIVE CORE Training is an attitudinal and workplace readiness course designed to change an individual’s attitude towards authority, culture, and peers, enabling them to succeed in further skills training or education programs as well as the workplace. The training is conducted in a work-simulated fashion over a four-week period, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p. m. Upon successful completion and contingent upon the availability of funding, individuals are connected to Urban League’s Career Pathways Program to further equip them for success with in-demand industry-based skills training that will lead to an industry recognized credential. Register at https://urbanleaguela.org/strive-core-training/

  • Register for 2021 STRIVE Core Training Cohort 7

    Urban League’s STRIVE CORE Training is an attitudinal and workplace readiness course designed to change an individual’s attitude towards authority, culture, and peers, enabling them to succeed in further skills training or education programs as well as the workplace. The training is conducted in a work-simulated fashion over a four-week period, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p. m. Upon successful completion and contingent upon the availability of funding, individuals are connected to Urban League’s Career Pathways Program to further equip them for success with in-demand industry-based skills training that will lead to an industry recognized credential. Register at https://urbanleaguela.org/strive-core-training/

  • Resume Writing Workshop

    Not sure if your resume is up to date? Want to make your resume stronger? The Urban League of Louisiana Office of Workforce Development will be hosting a Resume Writing Workshops on Wednesday, April 6 at 10:00 am. and 1:00pm. Sign up for a session now at https://www.urbanleaguela.org/resume-writing

  • Mock Job Interview Preparation

    Need help preparing for job interviews? The Urban League of Louisiana's Office of Workforce Development will host mock interviews Wednesday, April 13 at 10:00am and 1:00pm to help prepare potential employees for how to best conduct a job interview. Register today at https://www.urbanleaguela.org/mock-interview

  • Second Chance Virtual Career & Resource Expo

    The Office of Workforce Development is hosting a Second Chance Virtual Career & Resource Expo for justice-involved/returning citizens. The expo will help assist qualified and professional candidates who are returning citizens seeking employment. Register at https://urbanleaguela.org/virtual-job/

  • Information Session (Otis Elevator Apprenticeship in conjunction with Office of Workforce Development)

    The Office of Workforce Development will host a special Information Session in partnership with Otis Elevator Company on Wednesday, June 22 from 4pm - 5pm CT to job-seekers looking to elevate their careers by joining the elevator trade. Pay for elevator apprentices starts at $22/hr, and rises to $90,000/year, plus health care and benefits! Register for the information session here.

  • Apply for Young Adult Reentry Program

    Are you a justice-involved young adult (age 18-24) looking for employment or a fresh start? This is the program for you! The Young Adult Reentry Program (YARP) is designed to provide young adults with employment and training services. The program consists of: Job preparatory, case management, legal assistance services, social service assistance, and post-secondary education enrollment to prepare young adults for careers in high-demand sectors such as Advanced Manufacturing, Construction/Building Trades, Healthcare, Technology, Transportation, Logistics, and Registered Apprenticeships. When applicable, expungement opportunities will be offered to participants to help provide them with the ability to change behaviors and obtain a second chance to achieve their goals. For more information, visit urbanleaguela.org/yarp

  • Multi-Industry Career & Resource Expo

    Urban League of Louisiana HQ 4640 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA, United States

    Join us for the Multi-Industry Apprenticeship Career & Resource Expo, held in partnership with the National Urban League, the Louisiana Community & Technical Colleges System, Greater New Orleans, Inc., and the H2theFuture Project, in recognition of National Workforce Development Month 2025. Learn about future opportunities for education and training related to clean and renewable energy and hydrogen jobs, automotive, line worker, cyber security, skilled craft trades, and more. Talk directly with employers who are hiring and the educational institutions providing training to help you join the energy workforce.