Employment is one of the most important things in our lives since it is the source of our income to be able to live. Being unemployed can be tough, but do not despair, there is always a way to get out of it.
The Department of Employment Services in Washington will help you overcome this difficulty. Jobseekers have a lot of help on their website. For instance, there are DC Networks or a Job Board.
Click on the Find a Job section once you are on their webpage. After that, you will have to type all the necessary information to track the jobs that suit you best to get employment.
What information do you need to start your employment search?
For the Standard Employment Search, you will need the job title, Occupation, Military code, or company you would like to work for. Besides, the State, County, city, or region where you would like to work is also necessary.
There is some additional information you can add to make your employment search more accurate. Take for example the number of miles you could drive, how old the job offer is, or any specific occupation.
Apart from that, you may be looking for a specific amount of money to earn per month. Do not forget to click on the sources you would like to get the different employment offers available. Finally, click on search to check the results.
What if you are looking for apprenticeships?
There are a couple of meetings per month, to find out when they are you can email apprenticeship@dc.gov. In this way, you will get the necessary information to attend the meetings for youths looking for training to get future employment.
To get good employment it is always advisable to get good training. Apprenticeships offer the possibility to get some teaching of both practice and theory. These programs are sponsored by labor groups, employer associations, and employers.
The Office of Apprenticeship, Information, and Training will make sure you are safe, you get quality training, and provides you with integrated employment opportunities. You must be at least 16 and show you are capable of doing that job and have the aptitude and education to carry it out.