The Federal government is an often overlooked source of apprenticeship programs. But now that it has made a strong commitment to hiring workers who are formerly incarcerated, it might be worth looking into one of the Federal apprenticeship programs. And […]
Astanza Laser offers support to nonprofits that want to create free or low-cost tattoo removal programs
Do you run a nonprofit or are planning to launch one and thinking about offering tattoo removal as part of the services – or even the only service – you offer? If that’s the case, there are a number of […]
UC Irvine’s LIFTED program offers B.A. degrees to students who are incarcerated
With the launch of the University of California Irvine’s LIFTED – Leveraging Inspiring Futures Through Educational Degrees – program, California is further establishing itself as the nation’s leader in bringing public higher education to people in prison. And support among […]
Elevator constructor apprenticeship provides entrée into high-paying, but competitive, skilled trade career
If you’re looking for well-paid skilled trade work with paid training as a union apprentice you may want to consider becoming an elevator constructor. This job, however, is highly competitive. Demand for these workers will continue to increase thanks to […]
How second chance applicants can find a job working for the Federal government
In honor of Second Chance Month in April, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management issued a Guide to Federal Employment for Second Chance Applicants. And those interested in working for the Federal government should download the guide and read it […]
Tattoo artists can increase their business by offering tattoo removal services
Are you a tattoo artist who wants to expand the business of your tattoo studio? If so, you may want to consider adding laser tattoo removal procedures to your operation if you haven’t already done so. Or possibly you may […]
How to handle stress in your job search and your life
It’s difficult, if not impossible, to avoid stress these days. In this constantly changing, do-it-yourself world, there are so many demands on our time. And way too many things to do, especially if you’re looking for a job. As hard […]
Job site Indeed commits $10 million to aid job seekers facing employment barriers
Indeed, one of the world’s most active job sites, is spending $10 million on its recently launched Essentials to Work initiative. The company has created the program to help job seekers with barriers to employment, with a special emphasis on […]
Job search site 70 Million Jobs closes down
We were sad to hear that 70 Million Jobs, the first national for-profit job search engine for people with criminal records, has gone out of business. When it was launched in 2016, we thought the company was a game changer. […]
A pre-apprenticeship program offers entry into the carpentry and electrician trades
The building boom currently underway in the U.S. offers opportunities for those who might want to consider becoming a carpenter or an electrician. And those who are interested in this type of work may want to consider a pre-apprenticeship program. […]