Are you looking for something rewarding and challenging to do? Do you enjoy working with childrens/teens and sharing your love of Judaism with them? You are invited to enroll in the Lay Educators Institute—a seven session training program for people interested in teaching in congregational schools sponsored by the Partnership for Jewish Life and Learning and funded by a Cluster Grant from the Initiative in Congregation Education. more

Job fairs are great events for networking! They are events where employers are looking to meet potential employees. You have an opportunity to make an impression on an employer that will get you noticed. To get the most out of a job fair, you should be prepared to talk confidently about your skills and how they could meet the needs of each employer you talk to. You want to stand out to employers based on the value your skills could offer their company. more

People often say that work is one of the most stressful parts of their lives. This stress can come from being pressured to perform quickly, conflicts with co-workers or clients, having too many responsibilities to manage or the pressure to produce a high profit with very few resources. more

Looking for a job at any age can be a daunting proposition. But age 50+ jobseekers confront a unique set of paradoxes in their attempt to leverage a lifetime of experience into gainful employment. Consider the following facts. more

So you’ve perfected your résumé and cover letter, found out about the job you want through your networking and Internet job search skills, and they’ve called to set up an interview. more

Need to improve your resume, learn interviewing skills, or contemplating a career change? Visit one of The Jewish Federation's partner agencies for help. For employment assistance and skills assessment, contact Jewish Vocational Services (JVS) online at www.jssa.org/jvs or call (301) 587-9666. Mid-life and older workers may contact the Jewish Council of the Aging (JCA) at (301) 255-4206 or visit them online at www.jcagw.org for information and assistance.

Is the labor market improving? Have employers started hiring? Learn about the current job market trends and what you can do to position yourself in the best light in today's marketplace. more