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The Arlington Employment Center is OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. To schedule an appointment with the Arlington Employment Center, call 703.228.1400 or click here. To schedule an appointment with the Virginia Employment Commission, click here.

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How to Use Job Search Websites Workshop

01 Feb 2023 Job seekers use job search websites to search for and apply for job opportunities. In this workshop, you will create an account for the Arlington Employment Center's Job Board. You can use this website to search for jobs, set up job alerts, and apply for jobs. What you learn in this workshop can be applied to other job search websites.

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How to Impress Employers at Job Fairs

02 Feb 2023 Are you attending an upcoming job fair? Is it virtual or in-person? In this webinar, you will learn what to do before, during, and after virtual and in-person job fairs to impress employers.

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How to Write a Targeted Resume - Analyze the Job Posting Webinar

07 Feb 2023 You search, and you search, and you search. And finally, you find it – the PERFECT job. You click apply, attach your resume (and maybe a cover letter), and hit send. And then? Nothing. Every single job seeker has been there. So how can you start turning your applications into interviews? Analyze the job posting. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to read a job posting like a hiring manager.

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How to Write a Targeted Resume - The Summary & Skills

08 Feb 2023 A targeted resume is a resume that is written for one specific job posting. It shows the hiring manager exactly why you’re an excellent candidate for the job. Writing a targeted resume involves analyzing the job posting and making specific changes to your resume. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to incorporate keywords from the job posting into your summary and skills sections of your resume.

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How to Write a Targeted Resume - Upgrade Your Experience

09 Feb 2023 A targeted resume is a resume that is written for one specific job posting. It shows the hiring manager exactly why you’re an excellent candidate for the job. Writing a targeted resume involves analyzing the job posting and making specific changes to your resume. In this interactive webinar, you’ll learn how to upgrade the experience section of your targeted resume.

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Types of Cover Letters Webinar

14 Feb 2023 Job seekers should submit a cover letter to every job application - even if it says it is optional. There are four types of cover letters, and each type of cover letter is written for a different purpose. In this interactive webinar, you'll learn about the four types of cover letters so that you can pick the type that works best for your situation.

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Parts of a Cover Letter Webinar

15 Feb 2023 No matter what type of cover letter you're writing, it needs to include certain parts and be formatted correctly. In this interactive webinar, you'll learn about the parts of a cover letter and what you need to include in each part. You'll also learn what you should NOT include in your cover letter and how to format it. By the end of the webinar, you will learn tips and tricks that you can apply.

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Evaluate a Cover Letter Webinar

16 Feb 2023 You have a cover letter. Maybe you've even submitted it to a couple of jobs already. But how do you know if your cover letter is even any good? In this interactive webinar, we will evaluate a sample cover letter using a checklist. After the webinar, you'll be able to evaluate your own cover letter using the same checklist.

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Resume Types & Formats Webinar

21 Feb 2023 Every job seeker should have two types of resumes using the common resume formats. Can you name those two types of resumes? How about the three most common resume formats? In this interactive webinar, you’ll learn the two types of resumes every job seeker must have and the three most common resume formats so that you can pick the format that works best for your situation.

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The Parts of a Resume Webinar

22 Feb 2023 No matter what resume type or format you use, every resume includes certain parts - some required, others optional. In this interactive webinar, you’ll learn about the parts of a resume and what you should and should NOT include in each part. By the end of the webinar, you will decide which parts you will include on your resume and what order you will put those parts in.

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Evaluate a Resume

23 Feb 2023 You have a resume. Maybe you've even submitted it to a couple of jobs already. But how do you know if your resume is even any good? In this interactive webinar, you’ll learn how to evaluate your resume using a checklist.

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How to Write a Resume Draft Workshop

28 Feb 2023 Job seekers should submit a targeted resume for each job that they apply for. If you're in the middle of your job search, that could mean 100's of resumes. So what's the secret? How can you write targeted resumes quickly? By using your resume DRAFT. In this interactive webinar, you'll learn what a resume draft is, why it is important, and how you can use a resume draft in your job search.

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Create & Set-Up Your LinkedIn Profile

01 Mar 2023 During this webinar, you'll learn the basics of LinkedIn, including creating an account, deciding which sections to share on your profile, and setting up some sections, like your profile picture, headline, summary, and work experience. optimize your LinkedIn profile.

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Build Your Network & Search for Jobs on LinkedIn

02 Mar 2023 LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is a powerful tool for expanding your network and searching for jobs. During this webinar, you'll learn how to add connections on LinkedIn, join LinkedIn groups, follow companies, and search and apply for jobs.

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Common Interview Questions Workshop

07 Mar 2023 Congratulations! You got the interview. Now what? In this interactive workshop, participants will learn about common interview questions, including why interviewers ask them and how to answer them. Participants will also see examples of responses to common interview questions so that they can start thinking about how they would answer them.

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Tell Me About Yourself Workshop

08 Mar 2023 Have you ever been asked "Tell me about yourself" in an interview? In this interactive workshop, you will understand why interviewers ask this question and why it's important to answer this question well. You will learn how to answer this question using a three-part strategy. Most importantly, you will draft and practice your own response with others.

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Behavioral Interview Questions Workshop

09 Mar 2023 Have you ever been asked a question that starts with "Tell me about a time when..." in an interview? In this interactive workshop, you will understand how to recognize behavioral interview questions and learn a four-part strategy to answer these questions. Most importantly, you will draft and practice your responses to these questions.

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Ask the AEC: Job Seeker Q&A

23 Mar 2023 Do you have a question about the job search process or need some quick advice on your resume, cover letter, or interviewing skills? Ask one of our employment specialists. During this live session, you will learn about the Arlington Employment Center and our services. Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to get all of your job search questions answered live - from a real person!

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Executive Committee Meeting of the Regional Workforce Council

14 Apr 2023 Executive Committee of the Alexandria/Arlington Regional Workforce Council serves as the leadership body for this local Workforce Development Board under the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

Lower Level Auditorium, 2100 Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22204

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Regional Workforce Council Meeting

20 Apr 2023 Alexandria/Arlington Regional Workforce Council serves as the local Workforce Development Board under the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

Lower Level Auditorium, 2100 Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22204

1 more date

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Programs & Services

Job Seeker Webinars & Workshops

The Arlington Employment Center offers free webinars and workshops to help you with your job search.

Unemployment Insurance Information

To apply for unemployment insurance benefits, please visit the Virginia Employment Commission's website or call 866-832-2363.

Ticket to Work

The Ticket-to-Work is a free and voluntary program that provides beneficiaries with an array of services to assist them in successfully entering into and remaining part of the workforce.

Immigrant and Refugee Services

Catholic Charities offers a combination of legal immigration consultation and representation, English-language instruction, and other adult education and workforce development training programs.

English Classes for Adults

The Arlington Education and Employment Program integrates language, U.S. culture, digital literacy, community involvement, and workforce preparation into all course instruction.

Career Concourse

Find careers that best fit your background. Explore job requirements, earnings, and opportunities.

Continuing Education

NOVA Workforce offers in-demand, accelerated training options for new and current professionals. Learn more!

Vocational Rehabilitation

The Consumer Vocational Rehabilitation program helps people with disabilities get ready for, find, and keep a job.

Veterans Services

The Arlington Employment Center offers priority service for Veterans and eligible spouses who need career transition assistance.

Contact Us

Phone

Email

jobseeker@arlingtonva.us

Location

Arlington Employment Center
2100 Washington Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22204

About Us

The Arlington Employment Center helps residents develop the skills needed to secure and maintain long-term employment. All Center services are free to all residents. Our services include:

Access to occupational training that leads to in-demand licenses and certifications
Access to on-line and on-demand career and skills training
Access to one-on-one career coaching to support residents in their job search activities
Computer lab with on-site internet, and other digital services
Job board, job fairs, and job readiness workshops

Hours

Arlington Employment Center is open by appointment only.

Arlington Employment Center is an equal opportunity program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact us at 703-228-1400. VA Relay 711.

Resume, Cover Letter and Interview Assistance

Do you need someone to review your resume or cover letter?
Would you like suggestions to improve your resume or cover letter?
Or maybe you have a job interview coming up and want to practice?

Click here to sign-up for a FREE 30 minute session

The Arlington Employment Center also offers the following On Demand Videos:

Computer Lab Appointment Request

The computer lab is open to the general public, by appointment only.

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