Maine employers need forestry workers. Take advantage of this 60-minute virtual session designed for women and underrepresented workers who are interested in exploring careers within the forestry trades. Learn about low-cost or no-cost training programs and job opportunities in Maine. In one hour with us, you’ll learn about opportunities to earn good wages and benefits in the forestry sector in Maine.
When I enrolled in NVME’s My Next Career Move class in March of 2022, I had been retired for two years and wanted to pursue a part-time position. I was looking for assistance to update my resume and cover letter. I also needed to consider what I really wanted to do next. Before retiring, I’d had a career in banking and then earned my graduate degree in education and worked …
Are you considering a job change? This online class for women will help you identify work options and benefits that align with your interests, skills, and values. In three 60-minute class sessions, you will: Explore current local and statewide work and training opportunities Practice negotiating for better benefits and pay Connect with other women who are building confidence and exploring more rewarding careers
This summer and fall Maine employers will need construction workers. Take advantage of this virtual session designed for women* and underrepresented workers who are interested in exploring careers within the construction trades. Learn about low-cost or no-cost training programs and job opportunities in Maine. There are a variety of high-wage and high-demand careers you may have not previously considered. In just over one hour with us, you’ll learn about opportunities …
The pandemic has made many of us examine our personal and professional goals and priorities. In this interactive online class participants will take steps toward work and life changes, make connections with other participants and community-based resources, set personal goals, and develop an action plan for making progress on their goals. Building a Strong Future: This session will welcome participants, provide an overview of the class, and introduce our instructors. In …
Take charge of your career and create an action plan to achieve success. Using our career development model, you will review your skills, interests, and experiences and relate them to career options. Identify high-growth job fields. Explore education and training options. Strengthen your resume for a targeted job search. Graduates of My Next Career Move are eligible to apply for the GEN Scholarship to be used at any University of Maine System …
In 2017 Mardi was referred to New Ventures Maine (NVME) when she moved back to Maine from New York City. With a background in International Education, Mardi’s plan was to continue working in education. Mardi met one-on-one with Lisa Sweet, NVME’s Southern Region Workforce Specialist on and off from 2017 through 2020. They discussed career options in Maine and fine-tuned Mardi’s resume and cover letter. Mardi worked in HR, was a …
Do you need to write or update your resume? In this interactive workshop, you will learn how to write an effective resume that highlights your skills and experience.
Join this workshop and prepare to interview with confidence. We will explore different types of interviews, tips for answering difficult questions, and the next steps after the interview.
Sign up for one, two, or three workshops. The sessions build on each other. 1. Job Seeking Strategies – Tuesday, 8/3 We will explore effective tools to find a job including online applications, job boards, social media, and the power of networking. 2. Resume Strategies – Tuesday, 8/10 Do you need to write or update your resume? In this interactive workshop, you will learn how to write an effective resume …