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Industries in Demand
Industries in Demand
You may find information on the jobs in demand through EDD's Labor Market Information web page or Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Handbook.
Labor Market Info: https://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov/data/employment-projections.html
Occupational Handbook: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/
Want to learn more about the requirements of different jobs?
Want to learn more about the requirements of different jobs?
Visit ONET where you will find a list of many jobs along with general duties, pay rate, demand rate, and qualifications!
Need a Typing Test?
Need a Typing Test?
Some employers will require that you submit a typing certificate when applying to a job. The certificate is meant to confirm that you can type the minimum words per minute that is required for the job.
Your local One-Stop offers free typing tests. Please CLICK HERE for the locations and contact information.
One-Stop (American Job Center of California)
One-Stop (American Job Center of California)
The One-Stop is available to assist job seekers through the phone. The One-Stop offers job opportunities, job fairs, training assistance and more!
Inglewood (310) 680-3700
Torrance (310) 680-3830
Carson (310) 680-3870 (calls are accepted, appointments available at Inglewood location)
Gardena (310) 538-7070
Are you a Senior who needs job training?
Are you a Senior who needs job training?
The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is a community service and work-based job training program for low-income, unemployed older adults. SCSEP participants gain work experience in a variety of community service activities at non-profit and government agencies.
For more information about the program, please CLICK HERE.
Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships
What are apprenticeships?
Apprenticeships are "paid" training programs that prepare workers for high-skilled jobs. Common apprenticeships are in the trades such as Electricians, Plumbers, Machinist, Welders, Carpenters. There is a big demand for these workers in LA County.
A list of approved apprenticeships can be found on the California Department of Industrial Relations website. CLICK HERE to search for apprenticeships.
HireLAX
The HireLAX Program provides local residents access to enroll in a comprehensive, construction apprenticeship preparation program offered by select public agencies or community partners. Upon completion, program graduates are competitively positioned for placement consideration on a LAWA construction project through its contractors and local craft unions. Veterans and women are strongly encouraged to participate in the program.
For more information, CLICK HERE.
Do you have a disability?
Do you have a disability?
The Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) has training and advocacy programs to help adults with disabilities get back to work! Visit www.dor.ca.gov for more information or contact our Counselor Veronica Nieves for a referral!
Job Search Preparation
Job Search Preparation
Avoid Scams
It is important to be careful when you search for a job and speak to job recruiters online. Below are some tips to confirm an employer is legitimate:
Confirm the recruiters and employer's contact information.
Don't share sensitive information, like social security number, through chat or email.
Check out Indeed's Common Signs of Fraud: Click Here.
Visit our YouTube page for more Job Search Preparation Videos!
We encourage you to create a LinkedIn page. LinkedIn is a great platform to showcase your experience and network with recruiters from many companies. To create your LinkedIn page watch these videos: Get Started With LinkedIn.
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