Long Island Career Fair

Meet face-to-face with the hiring decision makers from some of the areas top employers on Monday, March 11th from 11-2 pm. The Career Fair will take place at the Melville Marriott. Dress professionally and bring plenty of resumes, because they are there to hire. Just walk in and start interviewing, it's that simple. You can save time, money and effort interviewing with multiple companies in one day at one location. Many of these companies have several openings and are eager to meet with you. You will no longer be just a piece of paper, you can get right in front of the decision makers attending this event.

Employment Network Program

Our Lady Queen of Martyr's Employment Network Program will be starting on March 4th at 7:00 PM in the Community Room in Centerport. The program is held on six consecutive Mondays and is FREE to anyone seeking employment. Experienced counselors will help you sharpen your job-hunting skills and cover topics such as career assessment, planning and research, resume writing, networking and interviewing. Advanced registration is required. Call (631) 745-7045 to register or for information.  Anyone interested in assisting or helping in this program please contact Jim Hartnett at (631) 456-3200.

Healthcare Job Fair

The Sufflolk County One-Stop Employment Center will hold a Healthcare Job Fair on Wednesday, March 6th from 10-2 pm.  Dress for an onsite interview & bring plenty of resumes!!! The following healthcare facilities will be attending:

Brookhaven Memorial Hospital

North Shore LIJ Hospital

East Cost Orthotic & prosthetic Corp

The Arbors Assisted Living

The Bristal Assisted Living

Gentiva Health Services

US Medical Staffing, LLC

Tri County Home Nursing Services

Utopia Home Care

Life's WORC

D.B.L. Associates, Inc.

Greystone Staffing

Robert Half International

LIU Open Houses

LIU will hold 2 Open Houses on March 5th from 6:30-8:30 pm at the Tilles Atrium & Patrons Lounge.

Graduate Open House
Graduate Open House allows prospective graduate & doctoral students to meet with faculty advisors, program directors, admissions & financial aid staff.  Attendees can apply on the spot & application fees will be waived. Some programs will allow students to be accepted & register for classes.  For more information about Graduate Open House, please call (516) 299-2900 or email post-enroll@liu.edu.

Palmer School of Library & Information Science Open House
The Palmer School of Library & Information Science is one of the most distinguished schools of library & information science in the country.  With three program locations throughout the New York metropolitan area as well as online & blended courses, the Palmer School offers a broad portfolio of degree & advanced certificate programs taught by a faculty of distinguished scholars, researchers & hands-on practitioners.  Learn more by attending the Palmer School Open House!!!

Core Four Business Planning Course

The Community Development Corporation of Long Island will be running a FREE program called "Core Four Business Planning Course".  This class is for new & small business owners & sets entrepreneurs on the path to success.  This course provides fundamental planning concepts & tools to help ensure the success of business launches & expansions.  The program will take place at the Suffolk County One Stop Employment Center in Hauppauge on March 4th, 11th 18th & 25th from 1-4 pm.  Must pre-register & commit to all 4 classes.  Call SC Business Services Unit @ (631) 853-6549 or contact CDC @ (631) 471-1215 x 111 to reserve your seat!

Entrepreneurs On The Move

On Thursday, February 21st, St Joseph's College will be hosting a panel discussion entitled "Entrepreneurs On The Move".  The goal of this event is to help students, alumni & the public learn about what steps must be taken in order to create and run a successful business.  This event will take place on the College's Long Island Campus in the McGann Conference Center of O'Connor Hall from 6-8 pm.  This is a FREE event and is open to the public.  For more information, please contact Catherine Vitucci '04 at (631) 687-2654 or cvitucci@sjcny.edu.  Please R.S.V.P. by Friday, February 15.

Onsite Recruitment February 20th

Greystone Staffing
Wed, Feb 20th  9-11am
Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center
A recruiter from Greystone Staffing is seeking to hire. Positions are Temp to possible hire for the right candidates.  Apply in person. Bring resume & 2 forms of ID. All candidates must pass a criminal background check & drug test. Greystone offers medical, dental, 401k as well as paid vacation, personal & sick time. To register or to speak to a counselor please call (631) 853-6600.

Small Business Development Center February 2013 Programs

Business Basics: How to Successfully Start a Small Business
Thurs. Feb. 14th 9-11 am
SBDC Conference Room
$12.00
What you need to know to start a small business. Topics will include business types, government regulations, writing a business plan, basic tax information & financing your business. Pre-registration is required.

How to Write a Business Plan
Thurs. Feb. 21st 9-12 pm
SBDC Conference Room
$17.00
An in-depth, interactive experience designed to help you develop an effective business plan. Pre-registration required.

Starting Your Own Business

Suffolk County Department of Labor's Career Quest will be presenting a program at the Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center in Hauppauge.

Starting Your Own Business

Wednesday, February 13, 2013 9:30AM

Why not explore your dream of owning a small business? A representative from the New York State Small Business Development Center will discuss how to start your own business and become a small business owner. Plan to arrive early. Space is Limited. Must be pre-registered. Late arrivals not permitted. See a One-Stop counselor, or phone (631) 853-6600 to reserve your spot!