Employment/Training

07/05 2019

BTCP Training Program


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The A. Philip Randolph institute (APRI) works to build a world where minorities, the poor and working people make family sustaining wages and are fully included in our nation’s democracy.  As part of that effort the Pittsburgh Chapter of APRI offers education, mentoring, skills building and career training through the Breaking The Chains of Poverty (BTCP) program. 
 
BTCP Program
Breaking the Chains of Poverty • A Career Training program • Family-sustaining wages • Education, Mentoring and Skills Building • Trades/Crafts Union careers • 
 
Click here to visit the APRI website for more information.
04/03 2019

Summer Youth Employment Opportunities 2019


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Citiparks seeking Lifeguards.
Training courses offered March 16-April 27, May 2-June 4.
Click here for Lifeguard flyer and more info. 
 
Learn & Earn Summer Youth Employment Program
Must be 14-21 on June 17, 2018, live in Allegheny County and meet income requirements.
Apply online March 11 – May 31
www.jobs4summer.org
Click here for Learn & Earn Flyer and more info.
02/20 2019

University Talent Alliance Seeking Job Applicants


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Looking for a job with competitive pay and benefits? 
 
Carlow, CMU, Chatham, and Pitt are teaming up to launch a new jobs program called the University Talent Alliance, designed for residents from Oakland, Uptown, the Hill District, and Homewood. 
 
After completing a paid month-long training and mentoring program, residents will secure full-time employment at one of these universities as an administrative assistant. Four-year degrees are not required. 
 
OPDC is signing residents up now. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to work near where you live! 
 
Learn more at pittsburgh-id.com/talent-alliance 
 
Please reach out to Jarrett Crowell at
jcrowell@opdc.org or (412) 621-7863 ext 23
  
Click here for a printable flyer.
 
10/24 2018

Career Fair – Tue 10/30/18 5PM – 7PM


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  2ND UPMC MERCY & BUILDERS GUILD CAREER FAIR 
 
Opportunities Leading to Life-changing Careers for Residents of the Hill District – Uptown – East End and Other City Neighborhoods.
When: Tuesday, October 30, 2018 from 5pm – 7pm
Where: Clark Auditorium, Upmc Mercy | Level 2 
 
OPPORTUNITIES…
Union construction jobs starting later this year. 
CURRENT UPMC MERCY OPPORTUNITIES
From customer service and administrative to nursing and patient care support, and more. 
 
Click here to see flyer for more info.
03/20 2018

Women in Govt, Advocacy & Private Sector – 3/22 6pCarnegie Lib.


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You’re Invited: March 22nd in Pittsburgh, A Conversation on Women in Government, Advocacy and the Private Sector 
 
In honor of Women’s History Month, PA Sen Jay Costa is hosting a roundtable discussion on women in the workplace – whether that workplace is government, a nonprofit, or the private sector. He's assembled an incredible panel of local women. 
 
You’ll hear from: 
  • Dr. Jennie Sweet-Cushman, Assistant Director of PA Center for Women and Politics and Chatham University
  • Heather Arnet, CEO of the Women & Girls Foundation
  • Marsha Jones, Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer of PNC Financial Services
  • Sarah Marche, Vice President of Pharmacy Markets, Highmark Inc.
This event will be Thursday, March 22nd from 6:30-8:00pm at the Carnegie Library 4400 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, Pa. 
 
Click here for a printable flyer and more info.
10/17 2017

Grow Pittsburgh Hiring – App Deadline 11/13/17


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Grow food. Sustain neighborhoods. Bring people together.
Grow Pittsburgh strives to teach people how to grow food and to promote the benefits that gardens bring to our neighborhoods. 
 
They are currently hiring three new positions to start in 2018.  There will be two full-time positions and one part-time position—each comes with a full benefits package.  Grow Pittsburgh Staff will help build and support unique gardens and farms by connecting directly with students, schools, families, home growers, and farmers.  
 
Available Positions 
  • Frick Greenhouse and Shiloh Farm Manager (Full-time)
  • Learning Garden Educator (Full-time)
  • Community Garden Coordinator (Part-time 30+ hours/wk)   
 
Click here for more info on Grow Pittsburgh, job descriptions and application process.

05/31 2017

Refugee & Immigrant Job Fair – Thu 6/22 9am-Noon


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Jewish Family & Children’s Service and Allegheny County
Department of Human Services are proud to present:
Pittsburgh’s 3rd Annual Refugee & Immigrant Job Fair
Thursday, June 22, 2017, 9 am — 12 pm
  • Open to the Public
  • Bring Your Resume
  • Meet Employers
  • Explore Opportunities
  • Dress Professionally
Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS) – Lower Level
 1 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
See attached flyer for more info.
08/15 2016

Free Small Business Resource Fair – Gov Edition – 9/6 4-7pm City-Cnty Bldg


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September 6, 2016
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
6th Floor, City-County Building 
 
The Mayor's Office in partnership with the URA will host a complimentary, government focused, Small Business Resource Fair. The purpose of the event is to offer small business owners in-person access to representatives from all relevant departments within city services (zoning, permits, ADA compliance, etc.). You will have the opportunity to have all of your questions answered ― all in one location. This event would be ideal for small business owners such as restaurateurs, retail owners, contractors, etc. 
 
Click here to register for the event   

06/02 2016

Energy Innovation Ctr – Intro To Trades Prog Interviews


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The Energy Innovation Center is currently recruiting for the Intro to Trades Program.  This is a very popular exploration and apprentice readiness training that is highly recognized by 19 trades in the city of Pittsburgh.  The first class was very successful with a 93% completion rate; 100% of the participants who have taken the exams have passed; 66% have received acceptance letters and at least  (2) of the participants h ave completed the process and working earning $16-17 per hour with benefits. 
 
They expect the successes to continue to climb as the apprentice exam periods opens throughout the year. The 6-week training course includes a daily stipend. 
 
Interviews are being scheduled (beginning June 1st) for a capacity enrollment of 20 committed candidates. 
 
Click here for flyer and more information
05/22 2016

Free Small Business Resource Fair – Gov Edition – 6/6 4-7pm City-Cnty Bldg


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June 6, 2016
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
6th Floor, City-County Building 
 
The Mayor's Office in partnership with the URA will host a complimentary, government focused, Small Business Resource Fair. The purpose of the event is to offer small business owners in-person access to representatives from all relevant departments within city services (zoning, permits, ADA compliance, etc.). You will have the opportunity to have all of your questions answered ― all in one location. This event would be ideal for small business owners such as restaurateurs, retail owners, contractors, etc. 
 
Click here to register for the event