Greater Raritan

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Top Notch Resume 1
2026-04-20 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center in Somerville is hosting a series of Jersey Job Club Workshops in March and April. These workshops will be virtual, through Zoom, but a limited number of seats are available for in-person attendance at the One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville.
The partners in the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center have the expertise and knowledge to help job seekers have success. In Jersey Job Club workshops, a Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Coach leads hour- to 90-minute-long discussions on topics aimed at assisting job seekers in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties. There is no charge to attend.
Dates and topics are:

Monday, March 2, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview
Wednesday, March 4, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 2 – Answering Interview Questions
Friday, March 6, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 1 – Top Notch Resume
Monday, March 9, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 2 – Cover Letters and More
Wednesday, March 11, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Planning Your Job Search – Path to Employment
Friday, March 13, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Networking – Best (fastest) way to find a job
Monday, March 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview
Wednesday, March 18, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 2 – Answering Interview Questions
Friday, March 20, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 1 – Top Notch Resume
Monday, March 23, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 2 – Cover Letters and More
Wednesday, March 25, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Planning Your Job Search – Path to Employment
Friday, March 27, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Networking – Best (fastest) way to find a job
Monday, March 30, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview
Wednesday, April 1, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 2 – Answering Interview Questions
Monday, April 6, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 1 – Top Notch Resume
Wednesday, April 8, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 2 – Cover Letters and More
Friday, April 10, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Planning Your Job Search – Path to Employment
Monday, April 13, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Networking – Best (fastest) way to find a job
Wednesday, April 15, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview
Friday, April 17, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 2 – Answering Interview Questions
Monday, April 20, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 1 – Top Notch Resume
Wednesday, April 22, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 2 – Cover Letters and More
Friday, April 24, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Planning Your Job Search – Path to Employment
Monday, April 27, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Networking – Best (fastest) way to find a job
Wednesday, April 29, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview

To attend virtually or in person, fill out an information/registration form. Once completed, email it to shiela.gaa@dol.nj.gov by the Wednesday before the scheduled workshop, or for more information or assistance, call 908-704-3000.

PSGCNJ Virtual Career Workshop: Communication With Impact in the Workplace
2026-04-20 10:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
The Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ) will host human resources executive Gail Tilstra, who will present “Communication with Impact in Workplace” at 10 a.m. Monday, April 20. The workshop is designed to help job seekers navigate their career.
All PSGCNJ members, guests, and speakers must pre-register for each general meeting by 11 p.m. EST the Friday before Monday’s presentation.
To register for the virtual event: click the link.
PSGCNJ is the nation’s first employment community that helps unemployed and underemployed college-educated professionals land their next job. Members volunteer their time and talent to operate the 501(c)3 nonprofit.

Victory Home Remodeling Hiring Event
2026-04-21 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Raritan Valley Community College Workforce Training Center, 118 Lamington Rd, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
Victory Home Remodeling is hosting a Hiring Event from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, in Room 215 of Raritan Valley Community College’s Workforce Training Center, Lamington Road, Branchburg.
Attendees are asked to bring their resumes and questions.
The fast-growing company offers a comprehensive medical plan, a 401 savings plan, paid vacation and a $70,000 to $90,000 first-year salary range for entry level sales professionals (base plus commission/bonuses).
To register, use the QR code in this flyer.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Top Notch Resume 2
2026-04-22 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

Build Your Next Career Series with the Bernards Library: What Your Job Search Strategy is Telling You
2026-04-22 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, serving Hunterdon and Somerset counties, connects community members to a host of free local and national services designed to support job seekers and get them on a lifelong successful career pathway.
Learn more during three, one-hour virtual workshops for a Build Your Next Career: Job Resource Series. The days and topics are:

February 18, 11 a.m.: Introduction to the GRWDB services and local programming
March 18, 7 p.m.: National career services that can be used for any job search
April 22, 11 a.m.: What your job search strategy is telling you!

This series is co-hosted by the Bernards Township Library and registration is required. To register, go to the Events Calendar of www.bernardslibrary.org and click on any of the dates for the three-part series or call 908-204-3031, Ext. 4.
For more information about the series and the GRWDB, visit www.thegrwdb.org.

Virtual Career Workshop: Future Forward at Every Age
2026-04-22 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
To help prepare for the event, attendees are invited to Future Forward at Every Age, a virtual workshop, running from 11 a.m.to 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, April 22.
The event, hosted by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, will be presented by Anthony Sharp Jr., a Workforce Development
Professional, national Workshop Leader, and Certified Digital Career Strategist.
Whether you’re re-entering the workforce, changing careers, or navigating a transition, this interactive workshop is designed to help participants leverage their experience, sharpen their professional message, and use modern tools to move forward with confidence.
Participants will:

Learn how to position their experience as a powerful asset that employers value.
Create an introduction that communicates their experience and value in under 30 seconds.
Leave with strategies, modern career tools (including AI), and renewed confidence to navigate today’s job market.

This workshop is presented in conjunction with a quarterly multi-employer Greater Raritan One-Stop Experienced Talent Recruitment Event running from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce in Flemington. While this workshop is connected to the recruitment event, it is open to all interested job seekers, and registration is required. To register, go to https://bit.ly/4beopgi or by using the QR code in this flyer.
For questions about either the April 22 workshop or April 30 event, email info@thegrwdb.org. or call 908-541-5790.

Virtual Career Series: Bridge to Success
2026-04-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-29 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Are you feeling stressed in your job search?
The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and Empower Somerset are offering a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled Bridge to Success. The stress-management techniques shared in this series focus on behavioral, social, and cognitive coping strategies that can be used to address stressful situations at home, work, and interpersonal relationships. The strategies will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process, and in life.
The virtual series will run every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. beginning on March 11 and ending April 29.
The class is open to residents of Somerset and Hunterdon counties and is limited to 20 participants; please note that participants must have their cameras on for every session. Those taking part in the program are expected to attend all sessions. The program includes a $50 Amazon gift card for completion.
To register, use the link in this flyer.

Raritan Valley Community College Adult Learning Experience Information Session
2026-04-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
Adult learners ages 25 and older who are interested in starting college for the first time, returning to school to finish a degree, exploring a new career path, seeking professional development, or improving their English are invited to attend Raritan Valley Community College’s Adult Learning Experience Information Session, Wednesday, April 22, from 6-8 p.m. The program will be conducted in the Atrium at the College’s Branchburg campus.
The event will include information about academic and certificate programs, applying to Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC), learning options and support services tailored for non-traditional students, paying for college, and navigating financial aid resources.
Veterans are also encouraged to attend the Information Session to learn about how they can use their education benefits to enroll at RVCC. The Manager of International and Veteran Services will be available to answer prospective students’ questions.
To assist students juggling work, family, and other responsibilities, RVCC offers 14-week (full-term), 12-week, 10-week, and 7-week (for some programs) semesters to provide learners of all ages with a more convenient academic schedule. Adult students may enroll in career training, certificate, or degree programs at RVCC.
Some programs that may be of special interest to adult students include:

Advanced Manufacturing (includes OSHA 10 and NIMS certification)
Business Administration – Associate of Science
Business Management – Associate of Applied Science
Electrocardiograph (ECG) Technician – Certificate
English as a Second Language
Fitness Specialist – Certificate
Medical Assistant – Certificate
Nursing/RN – Associate of Applied Science
Occupational Therapy Assistant – Associated of Applied Science
Paralegal Studies – Associate of Applied Science or Certificate
Supply Chain Management – Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, or Certificate
Welding – Certificate

In addition, RVCC offers a number of online degrees and certificate programs. To learn more about online programs, visit Online Courses & Programs | Raritan Valley Community College, NJ or https://www.raritanval.edu/career-training/career-training-programs.
To register for an Information Session, go to http://www.raritanval.edu/visit. For additional information, email adultlearning@raritanval.edu or contact Michelle Amparbin, Coordinator of the Adult Learning Experience, at 908-526-1200, ext. 8338. To learn more, visit http://www.raritanval.edu/admissions-information/adult-learners.

New Jersey Department of Corrections Career Fair at Perth Amboy One-Stop
2026-04-23 10:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Perth Ambnoy One-Stop Career Center, 161 New Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ, 08861, United States
As part of a statewide series of recruiting events, the New Jersey Department of Corrections is hosting a Career Fair at the Perth Amboy County One- Stop Career Center, 161 New Brunswick Ave., 3rd Floor, Perth Amboy, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 23.
The event is designed for those considering a career in Corrections. Representatives will offer insight and resources for becoming a member of the largest law enforcement agency in New Jersey.
To attend, register at https://forms.office.com/g/bEj2g6PDPm
or use the QR code in this flyer.
For information on recruiting events, visit JoinNJDOC.gov/calendar.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Planning Your Job Search
2026-04-24 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

Rutgers Spring Career and Internship Fair
2026-04-24 11:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | NJ
The Office of Career Exploration and Success at Rutgers University will present its Spring Career & Internship Fair from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, April 24, at Jersey Mike’s Arena, 83 Rockafeller Ave., Piscataway.
This in-person event is open to employers with full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities from a variety of fields. Job seekers from Rutgers University’s (New Brunswick, Camden, Newark, and RBHS) student and alumni population in all academic disciplines, as well as the general public, are invited to attend. Organizers expect up to 150 employers to attend and up to 1,500 career seekers to participate.
Go to careers.rutgers.edu/fair for details. This page includes a tab for the list of participating employers as well as the separate registration pages for employers and job seekers. Employers who register by March 27 will get a $100 savings in the table pricing and employers may sign up through April 10. There is no charge for job seekers to attend the event.

Somerset County Aging and Disability Expo
2026-04-25 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Somerset County Senior Wellness Center, 876 E. Main St., Bridgewater, NJ, 08807, United States
The Somerset County Aging and Disability Expo will be conducted from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 25, at Bridgewater Senior Wellness Center 876 East Main St., Bridgewater NJ 08807.
The event will include educational discussions, interactive demonstrations, and preventative healthcare screenings aiming to provide essential tools to help older adults (60+) and individuals with physical disabilities (18+) and caregivers connect to local resources. Transportation can be provided upon request.
Attendees can register here.
Vendor registration is available here.
There is no fee for vendors or attendees to take part in the county-sponsored event.

WakeFern Food Corp. In-Person Job Fairs at Participating Stores
2026-04-25 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Wakefern Food Corp. stores in New Jersey, NJ, United States
Wakefern Food Corp. is ramping up hiring efforts at its supermarkets across the Northeast.
The company has scheduled walk-up job fairs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 25. During the event, interested candidates can visit most participating ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage or Fairway Market stores for an on-the-spot interview.
The Keasbey-based retailer-owned grocery cooperative announced the job fair in an April 16 press release. Wakefern said full-time, part-time and management positions are available, depending on the location. No advance registration is required. Openings include general clerks, front-end associates, stocking staff and grocery department team members.
The co-op’s footprint spans New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island.
All roles offer competitive benefits, according to Wakefern. Most positions include on-the-job training, flexible scheduling and access to a unique game-based learning platform designed to help associates build skills and advance their careers.
In addition to professional development opportunities, team members may be eligible for tuition and entertainment discounts, scholarship programs and the chance to contribute to community initiatives, including hunger relief and sustainability efforts.
Job seekers can get more information about career opportunities by checking with their local stores, Wakefern said.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Networking
2026-04-27 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

PSGCNJ Virtual Career Workshop: Networking Gone Wrong
2026-04-27 10:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
The Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ) will host career coach Ed Samuel, who will present “Networking Gone Wrong” at 10 a.m. Monday, April 27. The workshop is designed to help job seekers navigate their career.
All PSGCNJ members, guests, and speakers must pre-register for each general meeting by 11 p.m. EST the Friday before Monday’s presentation.
To register for the virtual event: click the link.
PSGCNJ is the nation’s first employment community that helps unemployed and underemployed college-educated professionals land their next job. Members volunteer their time and talent to operate the 501(c)3 nonprofit.

ABM Hiring Event
2026-04-28 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | New Brunswick American Job Center, 550 Jersey Ave., New Brunswick, NJ, 08901, United States
ABM is having a recruitment event from 10 to 12 p.m. Tuesday, April 28, in the New Brunswick American Job Center – (Room A), 550 Jersey Ave. New Brunswick.
A representative of the Middlesex County cleaning service company will be on site to discuss career opportunities and available positions. On-the-spot job offers are possible.
To register for the event, go here.

Business Webinar: Retaining Talent in 2026 – Emerging Workforce Trends
2026-04-28 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
A free virtual workshop for employers, Retaining Talent in 2026 – Emerging Workforce Trends, will be presented at 12:3 p.m. Tuesday, April 28.
This virtual session explores employees identified as ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) — individuals who are working yet struggle to make ends meet. For employers, understanding what is impacting employee engagement is crucial to retention.
Data about this workforce segment is compiled by the nationally recognized United For ALICE research team, delivering data analysis that provides employers with insight for targeted solutions to improve retention and engagement.
All employers are invited to join the webinar to learn how their organization can apply these insights and participate in the next ALICE at Work cohort.
To join the webinar, go to ALICE at Work Insight Session – Register Here
One HRCI and SHRM recertification credit is available upon completing attendance of the entire session.
Contact cary.dawson@unitedwaynnj.org with any questions.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Acing the Interview 1
2026-04-29 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

NAACP Virtual Career Fair
2026-04-29 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
The NAACP Virtual Career Fair, powered by TalentAlly, is being presented from 12 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 29.
The event aims to bring together top companies dedicated to building inclusive workplaces and will provide the opportunity for participants to have access to hiring managers looking for talent right now.
The event will include:

Direct networking with inclusive employers
Opportunities to explore new career paths
An event that is completely free and open to everyone

To secure a spot go to Virtual Career Fair | NAACP.

Experienced Talent Recruitment Event at Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce
2026-04-30 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | NJ
The Greater Raritan One-Stop is hosting an Experienced Talent Recruitment Event from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday, April 30, in the Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce Center for Business & Entrepreneurship, 119 Main St. Flemington.
This career fair, presented by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board (GRWDB), will focus on employers with full- and part-time hiring opportunities for experienced workers, 55 years and older. While this event is the latest in the quarterly series of recruitment events hosted by the partners, it is open to all job seekers.
Employers will be available for informational discussions and more. In addition, resources tables will feature information on programs and services available in Hunterdon County.
The list of participating employers as of April 10 includes Anita’s Angels, Aunt Mary’s Dispensary, Bon Venture Services, BrightStar Care of Hunterdon, Chick-fil-A of Flemington, Hunterdon County government, Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission, Krapf School Bus, Right at Home, ShopRite of Hunterdon County, The Arc of Hunterdon County, UNICOM Science and Technology Park, Winnewald Day Camp and Woolverton Inn.
Registration is strongly encouraged; those who pre-register may be considered for pre-scheduled on-site interviews being conducted by some of the participating employers. The registration form includes the updated list of employers with available job titles, and instructions for resume sharing to be considered for the on-site interviews will accompany registration confirmation. Walk-ins are welcome but on-site interviews may not be possible.
To be considered for an interview, please register using the QR code in this flyer or the following link: https://bit.ly/4miOEWF.
To help prepare for the event, attendees are invited to Future Forward at Every Age, a virtual workshop, running from 11 a.m.to 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, April 22.
The event, hosted by the GRWDB, will be presented by Anthony Sharp Jr., a Workforce Development Professional, national Workshop Leader, and Certified Digital Career Strategist.
Whether you’re re-entering the workforce, changing careers, or navigating a transition, this interactive workshop is designed to help participants leverage their experience, sharpen their professional message, and use modern tools to move forward with confidence.
While the April 22 workshop is connected to the recruitment event, it is open to all interested job seekers, and registration is required. To register for the workshop, go to https://bit.ly/4beopgi or by using the QR code in this flyer.
For questions about either the April 22 workshop or April 30 event, email info@thegrwdb.org. or call 908-541-5790.

RVCC Second Annual Ophthalmic Science Career Fair
2026-04-30 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Raritan Valley Community College cafeteria, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg will host its second annual Ophthalmic Science Career Fair, Thursday, April 30, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The program, which is free of charge, will be conducted in the cafeteria in RVCC’s College Center (second floor).
The event is open to current and prospective students, alumni, apprentices, licensed opticians, and anyone interested in learning more about career opportunities within the optical field.
Recruiters and representatives from a variety of optical businesses and organizations will be available to speak with attendees about employment opportunities, career paths, and the many directions available within the profession.
Employers interested in participating are encouraged to contact Judy Quinones, RVCC Adjunct Instructor, Ophthalmic Science, at judy.quinones@raritanval.edu, by April 15.
RVCC offers an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Ophthalmic Science and an Ophthalmic Science Certificate – Apprenticeship Option program. To learn more about the programs, visit https://www.raritanval.edu/academic-programs/academic-departments/health-science.

Cintas Corporation Virtual Recruitment
2026-04-30 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Virtual Event
Cintas Corporation is hosting a Virtual Recruitment from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday, April 30.
The work apparel, facility services and safety services team has a variety of positions available in the region. They include: Sales Representative – Uniform; Route Service Representative; Assistant Route Service Sales Representative; Full-Time and Part-Time New Account Installer; Production Associate; and 2nd Shift Warehouse Associate.
Details of the positions are available in this document.
The company offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, a 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), company-paid disability, life and AD&D insurance, paid time off and holidays, and skills development and training.
To register for this event, use this link.

Pathways to the Future, A Celebration for National Apprenticeship Week 2026
2026-04-30 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board’s Youth Committee is hosting Pathways to the Future, a free in-person celebration for National Apprenticeship Week 2026, at the Raritan Valley Community College Conference Center in Branchburg on Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
This event is open to middle school, high school and college-age youth as well as recent graduates and other job seekers.
Businesses and union organizations, school programs, service providers, governmental agencies and other entities are invited to take part in the event as exhibitors and use this opportunity to network with attendees. In addition, a light meal will be served and there will be time set aside for workforce members and community leaders to share their career success stories.
Organizations registered to attend as of April 23 include A Votre Service Events LLC | AVS Events and Floral Art Institute, Archangels Services LLC, Associated Construction Contractors of NJ (ACCN), Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, Edison Job Corps, Hunterdon County Vocational School, Indigo Station LLC, Middle Earth, Qunnections Management Group, LLC, Raritan Valley Community College, Richard Hall Community Health and Wellness Center, Schaible`s Plumbing, Heating, and Water Treatment, United States Air Force, U.S. DOL Office of Apprenticeship, Vanguard Energy Partners and Visions & Pathways.
To register to attend this event as an exhibitor, go to https://bit.ly/4tWnNTH, email nbrown@somersetcountynj.gov or call 908-203-6047. Employer registration will close on Monday, April 27.
Community members have the option to register by going to https://bit.ly/4rZWuGV. Walk-ins are welcome.
There is no charge to attend this workforce development event as an exhibitor or as attendee.
For more information, email info@thegrwdb.org.

PSGCNJ Virtual Career Workshop: Becoming a Job-Search HERO
2026-05-04 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Halifax) | Virtual Event
The Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ) will host communicator coach Donna Hook, who will present “Becoming Your Own Job-Search HERO,” at 10 a.m. Monday, May 4. The workshop is designed to help job seekers navigate their career.
All PSGCNJ members, guests, and speakers must pre-register for each general meeting by 11 p.m. EST the Friday before Monday’s presentation.
To register for the virtual event: click the link.
PSGCNJ is the nation’s first employment community that helps unemployed and underemployed college-educated professionals land their next job. Members volunteer their time and talent to operate the 501(c)3 nonprofit.

Millwood Inc. Recruitment Event
2026-05-05 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Middlesex County One-Stop Career Center, 550 Jersey Ave., New Brunswick, NJ, 08901, United States
Millwood Inc., an award-winning, single-source solutions provider specializing in pallets, crates, and end-of-line packaging systems is hiring. Find out everything you need to know at a Recruitment Event running from 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, at the Middlesex County One-Stop Career Center, 550 Jersey Ave., New Brunswick.
Millwood is hiring Pallet Repair Technicians for first, second, and primarily third shift at its South River, Middlesex Coiunty location, offering full-time, 40-hour work weeks. Starting pay is $16.49/hr. during training, with the potential to earn up to $27.00/hr. on piece rate after 30 days. Group health insurance and additional benefits are also part of the package.
Applicants must have the ability to frequently lift up to 75 pounds and can safely operate tools, including a sawzall, nail gun, pry bars, and hammers. Previous experience in construction or drywall is a plus.
To register to attend the event, go to https://forms.office.com/g/nShrUQWzJX.

Construction Career Expo and Job Fair
2026-05-06 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Jersey Shore BlueClaws, 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood, NJ, 08701, United States
Middle and high school students, parents and adult job seekers are invited to the 5th Annual Community Construction Career Expo hosted by the Ocean County Vocational Technical School and Ocean County PIC. The event will be conducted at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws, 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, May 6.
There will be 50-plus businesses in attendance, discussion panels & hands-on instructional demos for high school juniors, seniors, and adults, plus opportunities for on-site interviews and more.
For details, call 732-473-3100, Ext. 3288, or email ddeoliveira@ocvts.org.

CJHRC Webinar: Disaster Planning and Resources
2026-05-06 16:00 - 17:15 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Disasters do not send a calendar invite. Do you have an emergency plan should a natural disaster strike? While we cannot predict every emergency, we can certainly prepare for them.
Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) has scheduled a free Disaster Planning & Resources webinar being conducted from 4 to 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 6. This session is designed to help participants understand the risks, create an emergency plan, and learn about the tools and resources available during weather-related emergencies.
Presenters for this program are Lisa Galonardo, United Way of Northern New Jersey, and Sharon Clark, with the CJRHC.
To register, use to this link below or go to www.cjhrc.org and click on the Upcoming Webinars & Events title and click on CJHRC Webinars. Choose May 6, 2026 Disaster Planning & Resources Webinar.
If you have questions or need help registering, contact a CJHRC Counselor at 908-446-0036.

Free Forklift Certificate Class at Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville
2026-05-07 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Employment Services office at 75 Veterans Memorial Drive in Somerville offers a free forklift certificate class on the first Thursday of each month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. throughout the year.
The Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) Certificate Class will enable successful participants to receive an operator’s permit from their employer upon passing a practical skills evaluation at their workplace. To take the course, participants must have an office government ID (driver’s license, passport, etc.) The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center services residents of Hunterdon and Somerset counties.
Classes in 2026 are scheduled for January 8 (because of the New Year’s holiday), February 5, March 5, April 2, May 7, June 4, July 2, August 6, September 3, October 1, November 5, and December 3. Participants are asked to arrive at 8:30 a.m. on the day of the class.
Classes may fill up quickly. To register, go to the Somerville One-Stop Career Center walk-in window and ring the bell, or call 908-704-3000.

PSGCNJ Virtual Career Workshop: Pursue Your Passion!
2026-05-11 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Halifax) | Virtual Event
The Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ) will host career-transition author Mark Beal, who will present “Pursue Your Passion! Dream Big! Anything Is Possible,” at 10 a.m. Monday, May 11. The workshop is designed to help job seekers navigate their career.
All PSGCNJ members, guests, and speakers must pre-register for each general meeting by 11 p.m. EST the Friday before Monday’s presentation.
To register for the virtual event: click the link.
PSGCNJ is the nation’s first employment community that helps unemployed and underemployed college-educated professionals land their next job. Members volunteer their time and talent to operate the 501(c)3 nonprofit.
