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february june - August march 2018 CAREER a a publication of of Helping you navigate through choices when it comes to FINDING EMPLOYMENT OR EXPLORING CAREERS A new career with a certification can mean a new career in 20 weeks or less Free Training That Leads to certification Resources on Adult Education locations to get a high school equivalency (HSE/GED) or brush up on basic reading, writing, language & math skills

WorkOne helps you grow your skills to reach your Your local WorkOne has all you need to move forward with a job search. They offer free workshops and certificate training programs to get you skilled up for jobs in manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, and transportation and logistics. ASSISTANCE IS ALWAYS FREE Personal assessment to help you learn what you need to get the job you want. Employment related counseling Employment plan development and staff support to assist in planning and training for your job search Short-term services to help get you job ready. Career counseling for career change or advancement plan assistance Filing of Unemployment Insurance Need help with a resume and cover letter? No problem! Our staff will help you develop a resume that will work for you based on what you want to accomplish. Training Services include: Adult education classes to prepare for the High School Equivalency exam or HSE (formerly GED) Job readiness training to provide needed training to get you ready for a job in a specific industry Free workshops to upgrade your knowledge in new or improved competitive skills Scholarships/Tuition Assistance for help in applying for financial assistance. See back cover of this publication for a full listing of Northwest Indiana WorkOne locations.

www.gotoworkonenw.com READY FOR YOUR NEXT CAREER OPPORTUNITY? WORKONE CAN HELP! Whether you re exploring a career change, looking for a new job, preparing to graduate, or are currently unemployed, we ll provide you with the right tools and services to assist you every step of the way! All services and assistance are at NO-COST to you! Resume and cover letter development assistance Career counseling, job search assistance, and interview preparation Skill building workshops to get you career and job ready Short-term education and training scholarships Access to database with Northwest Indiana s job listings Youth career and work information Other services include: Adult education resources such as High School Equivalency Exam, or HSE ( formerly GED) preparation and English Language Learner (ELL) classes Scholarships/Tuition Assistance for help in applying for financial aid insidejune-august 2018 CAREER 4 Plan 6 Success 7 Free a publication of B: Reach Out To Employers Who Are Not Hiring Stories in the Region Workshops NWI Veterans receive priority of service at WorkOne. Your local WorkOne provides you with on-site tools and resources to give you the competitive edge needed to be successful in your job search: computer lab, on-site internet access, fax machine, copier, telephone, information and resource center. 8 New Career Exploration Tool FREE WORKSHOPS See pages 8-11 for complete details! 12 Need A New Career 16 Adult Education and Learning Sites facebook.com/workonenwi gotoworkonenw.com @WorkOne_NWI WorkOne Northwest Indiana Career Connect is an initiative of the Northwest Indiana Workforce Board. Serving Jasper, Lake, La Porte, Newton, Porter, Pulaski and Starke Counties. The WorkOne system is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the programs and services offered. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Call (800) 743-3333 (TDD/TTY relay services). Editorial for Career Connect provided by Barbara Grimsgard, Communications Manager, Center of Workforce Innovations, Regional Operator-WorkOne Region 1. 2804 Boilermaker Court, Ste. E, Valparaiso, IN 46383 219-462-2940 gotoworkonenw.com WorkOne CareerConnect. July-August 2018 page 3

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Not getting a response from all the help-wanted ads and networking you ve tried? Maybe you should try some old-school job hunting. See, employees change jobs all the time and managers are always on the lookout for new replacements. The key is to contact the manager before she advertises the job opening and attracts all of your competitors. Here s the plan: 1. Start by assembling a list of 25 employers that you would like to contact this week. Include plenty of small, medium, and large employers. The idea is to target 5 employers each day, Monday through Friday. That s 25 employers a week 100 a month. Small, medium, and large employers. The idea is to target 5 employers each day, Monday through Friday. That s 25 employers a week 100 a month. 2. Visit each employer s website and check their staff directories. You want to find the name of the manager in to find the name of the manager in the department where you would like to work. The department managers are the hiring managers for their department. If you want to work in the office, get the office manager s name. In sales, get the sales manager s name. At a small business or practice, get the owner s name. If a website doesn t have a staff directory, call the company and speak with the receptionist who answers the phone. Receptionists are usually glad to help. Be sure to get the department manager s full name with precise spelling, title, full mailing address, plus phone number and extension. 3. You re going to mail each manager a letter and resume through the U.S. Postal Service. Unlike a pesky email or a text message, most people like to receive letters and they do enjoy opening them. So, mail each manager a copy of your resume and a short cover-letter explaining what makes you different from all the other job hunters out there are you a recent graduate? Do you have some special skills or accomplishments? Are you a hard worker who gives more than the minimum effort? Say so and ask for a job interview. 4. Now, if a manager hasn t called or texted you after a week, call the manager to see if she received your letter and resume. Always be friendly and polite on the phone. Managers are attracted to friendly cheerful people and your voice projects a personality. and polite on the phone. Managers are attracted to friendly cheerful people and your voice projects a personality. If a manager says she didn t receive your letter, ask if you can send another. Be sure to confirm that you have her correct address. If she says she did receive it, ask if you could schedule an interview. You could schedule an interview. If she says they re not hiring, ask if you could check again in a month or so to see if things have changed. Next month, send another letter reminding her of your conversation and include another copy of your resume. A week later, call to see if she received your letter and resume Again, ask if you could schedule a job interview. 5. A polite persistence pays. A great salesman once told me that, Most sales people move on after three or four contacts with a prospect. But it s usually the fifth or sixth letter, email, phone call, or visit that gets the sale. Content authored by Harry Dahlstrom at harrydahlstrom.com WorkOne CareerConnect. July-August 2018 page 5

successstories Brayann Mark WETHINGTON THE CHALLENGE After working for the Chicago Tribune for 32 years, with the majority at 24 years spent as a Production and Press Supervisor, Mark Wethington suddenly became unemployed due to company downsizing. As a supervisor he was skilled in managing employees and improving production outcomes. His skill set was easily transferable giving him the opportunity to shift his job search to production and supervisor positions in manufacturing. There was only one setback for him. He had been out of the job market for so long that needed assistance with resume building and interviewing skills to get the type of job he was looking for. Luckily WorkOne was here to help!. THE solution Wethington worked with a Career Advisor to get a working resume together so he could confidently apply for jobs when the time came. Next, he attended an individualized workshop on How to Get a Job in Manufacturing to learn more about what local employers were looking for in potential candidates. He participated in mock interviews to improve his interviewing skills. Finally, it was time to get out there and find a job. He worked with a recruiter to begin profiling him with manufacturing employers while he also applied for jobs daily. THE outcome Wethington applied for a few positions with different manufacturing companies to start off and had two potential offers within one week! He ended up accepting the position as a Shift Supervisor with ArcelorMittal at their Burns Harbor location. He started his new job at the beginning of May and is happy with his decision. William HUDGENS THE CHALLENGE Brayann Hudgens dream had always been to become a Registered Nurse (RN) in wound care. After high school she wanted to start working towards her dream by pursuing the appropriate education to get her Associates Degree in Nursing. Finding an education program that suited her best was only half the battle. Along with that, she soon found out that the financial burden of going through education was more than she expected while supporting herself. Hudgens needed help. She was already familiar with WorkOne as she was involved in their youth programs while still in high school. Always knowing that assistance was there when she needed it, she kept in touch. THE solution Hudgens received three years of career counseling from WorkOne both during and after she completed her education for nursing. While she was working towards her degree she received financial assistance, tutoring, and supportive services to help her stay on track for graduation. She graduated from Ancilla College with an Associate of Science in Nursing. She took and passed the NCLEX RN exam obtaining her RN license just one month after graduation. Finally, it was time to begin her search for employment. Staff and Hudgens worked together on revising her resume, improving her interviewing skills, and job searching. THE outcome After applying for and attaching her resume to open positions over several job search platforms, Hudgens fulfilled her dream of being an RN in wound care one month after she earned her RN license. She is happily working for Healogics as they go through the process of opening a new wound care center clinic at the La Porte Hospital. Hudgens was especially pleased with the staff at the WorkOne Knox office as the staff pulled together to help her live out her dream, The staff were extremely helpful and nothing but respectful towards me. They were my extra boost when I needed it most. Freiberg THE CHALLENGE William Freiberg never got the chance to complete his high school education. Instead, he had to quit school to begin working to help support his family. He worked odd jobs to provide a steady income. Sometimes Freiberg had to work jobs that were some distance away from his home or even out of town. As time went on he was able to find a job that provided him with the opportunity to complete training in Electricity and Automation of Overhead Cranes. Although he landed a job that exceeded his expectations, he still felt something was missing. He decided it was time to get his High School Equivalency (HSE). THE solution Freiberg came to the Hammond Adult Learning Center where he continued working and attending basic adult education classes as often as he was able to. When he felt he had brushed up on the skills he needed he was ready to challenge the test. THE outcome As of January 2018, Freiberg successfully completed the test and in turn earned his HSE. Aside from completing his goal he also received a six thousand dollar bonus from his job for completing the program. page 6 WorkOne CareerConnect July-August 2018

Basic Workshops No-Cost Workshops How to Get a Job in Northwest Indiana Do you know what local employers are looking for? What industries have the best careers in Northwest Indiana? What can you do to get yourself into a great local position in the industry you want? How to Get a Job in Northwest Indiana is now being offered by industry to address these interests and concerns and discuss the skills needed for a career in the industry you are interested in. Choose an industry you re interested in and come to its workshop to find out what you can do to launch yourself towards your next great career move! How to Get a Job in Northwest Indiana are being offered in the following industries: Healthcare Manufacturing Retail/Tourism Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics (TDL) WOW! WorkOne Can Help You! What is WorkOne all about? In Wow! WorkOne Can Help You! you will learn about all of the amazing free services that WorkOne has to offer the community and you! Need help with your resume? Or maybe you are nervous about an upcoming interview. Come on in and attend this session to learn exactly how WorkOne can help you! Basic Computers and Digital Literacy Learning Computers with ICC. This course walks customers through setting up a profile in ICC and working toward a more proficient use of the computer and internet for job search related activities. Additional resources will be provided for deeper learning about and with computers. This is a course for those who can use a mouse and keyboard but aren t skilled with computers in general. This is not for customers who already have an ICC profile and are comfortable using a computer or the internet. My Next Gig The Gig Economy Do you have a skill that can fill a need? Have you ever thought about doing a side job or starting a side business to fill an income gap or to make some money on the side? My Next Gig discusses the gig economy and options for entrepreneurship in Northwest Indiana. The workshop addresses the different opportunities and resources currently available as well as what needs to be considered when putting together your gig. Individualized Workshops For Enrolled Customers Job Clubs The purpose of Job Clubs are not only to prepare our enrolled customers to enter or re-enter the workforce, but to also provide them with professional development and networking. Each attendee will be getting something different out of these 90-minute workshops each time they attend. These workshops are not meant to be attended as a one-time deal for resume and interview assistance, but can be attended on a weekly or monthly basis depending on a customers need. What makes these workshops stand apart is that they can be entered at any point in work-readiness development and job search. Job Clubs are being offered by industry for enrolled customers to attend based on their career interests. This will give them a more individualized approach to focus on what they are looking for in their next career move. Job Clubs are being offered in the following industries: Manufacturing and Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics (TDL) Job Club Professional Services and Retail Job Club Healthcare Job Club This WIOA Title 1-funded program/activity is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. The TDD/TTY number is 1-800-743-3333. WorkOne CareerConnect. July-August 2018 page 7

no-cost workshop calendars July-Aug. 2018 Rensselaer WORKONE OFFICE 116 N Van Rensselaer Street Rensselaer, IN 47978 (219) 866-4330 Hours of Operations: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 8:00AM 4:30PM, Thurs.10AM 4:30PM Wed 10:00am - 4:30PM julyworkshops every thursday In July July 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th How to Get a Job in NWI...10:00 10:30 My Next Gig...10:30 11:00 Basic Computers Using ICC...11:00 12:00 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...1:00 1:30 Job Club...1:00 2:30 augustworkshops every thursday In august August 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th How to Get a Job in NWI...10:00 10:30 My Next Gig...10:30 11:00 Basic Computers Using ICC...11:00 12:00 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...1:00 1:30 Job Club...1:30 3:00 KNOX WORKONE OFFICE 1913 Heaton Street Knox, IN (574) 772-6882 Hours of Operations: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 8:00AM 4:30PM, Thurs. 10:00AM - 4:30PM julyworkshops every monday In July july 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th How to Get a Job in NWI...9:00 9:30 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...9:30 10:00 My Next Gig...10:00 10:30 Basic Computers Using ICC...10:30 11:30 Job Club...1:00 2:30 augustworkshops every monday In august August 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th How to Get a Job in NWI...9:00 9:30 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...9:30 10:00 My Next Gig...10:00 10:30 Basic Computers Using ICC...10:30 11:30 Job Club...1:30 3:00 page 8 WorkOne CareerConnect July-August 2018

no-cost workshop calendars july-aug. 2018 La porte WORKONE OFFICE 300 Legacy Plaza West-Sagamore Center La Porte, IN (219) 362-2175 Hours of Operations: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 8:00AM 4:30PM, Thurs. 10:00AM - 4:30PM every Wednesday In July July 11th, 18th, & 25th (Closed July 4th) WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...10:30 11:00 Basic Computers Using ICC...11:00 12:00 How To Get A Job In NWI...1:30 3:30 Manufacturing...1:30 2:00 TDL...2:00 2:30 Healthcare...2:30 3:00 Retail/Tourism...3:00 3:30 julyworkshops every thursday In July July 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...1:30 2:00 My Next Gig...2:00 2:30 Basic Computers Using ICC...2:30 3:30 augustworkshops every Wednesday In august August 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, & 29th How To Get A Job In NWI...10:00 12:00 Manufacturing...10:00 10:30 TDL...10:30 11:00 Healthcare...11:00 11:30 Retail/Tourism...11:30 12:00 Basic Computers Using ICC...1:00 2:00 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...2:00 2:30 My Next Gig...2:30 3:00 Basic Computers Using ICC...3:00 4:00 every thursday In august August 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th Job Club: Healthcare...10:00 11:30 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...11:30 12:00 Job Club: Retail and Professional Services...1:00 2:30 Job Club: Manufacturing...2:30 4:00 Gary WORKONE OFFICE 504 Broadway, 4th Floor Gary, IN (219) 981-1520 Hours of Operations: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 8:00AM 4:30PM, Thurs. 10:00AM - 4:30PM every Wednesday In July July 11th, 18th, & 25th (Closed July 4th) WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...10:00 10:30 Basic Computers Using ICC...10:30 11:30 How To Get A Job In NWI...1:00 3:00 Manufacturing...1:00 1:30 Healthcare...1:30 2:00 TDL...2:00 2:30 Retail/Tourism...2:30 3:00 julyworkshops every thursday In July July 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...10:00 10:30 My Next Gig...10:30 11:00 Basic Computers Using ICC...11:00 12:00 augustworkshops every Wednesday In august August 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, & 29th WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...10:00 10:30 Basic Computers Using ICC...10:30 11:30 How To Get A Job In NWI...1:00 3:00 Manufacturing...1:00 1:30 Healthcare...1:30 2:00 TDL...2:00 2:30 Retail/Tourism...2:30 3:00 every thursday In august August 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...10:00 10:30 My Next Gig...10:30 11:00 Basic Computers Using ICC...11:00 12:00 WorkOne CareerConnect. July-August 2018 page 9

WorkONE HELPS YOU WITH INFORMATIVE CAREER-BUILDING WORKSHOPS AT A LOCATION NEAR YOU. To sign up for a FREE seminar, call a WorkOne office or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com portage WORKONE OFFICE Ameriplex Commercial Park 1575 Adler Circle, Ste.A (219)-762-6592 Hours of Operations: Mon, Tues, Thu, Fri 8:00AM 4:30PM, Wed 10:00AM - 4:30PM every Monday In July July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...10:30 11:00 Basic Computers Using ICC...11:00 12:00 How To Get A Job In NWI...1:30 3:30 Manufacturing...1:30 2:00 TDL...2:00 2:30 Healthcare...2:30 3:00 Retail/Tourism...3:00 3:30 hammond WORKONE OFFICE 5265 Hohman Ave. Hammond, IN (219) 933-8332 Hours of Operations: Mon, Tues, Thu, Fri 8:00AM 4:30PM, Wed 10:00AM - 4:30PM every Monday In July July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th Basic Computers Using ICC...9:00 10:00 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...10:00 10:30 My Next Gig...10:30 11:00 julyworkshops every tuesday In July July 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...10:00 10:30 Basic Computers Using ICC...10:30 11:30 How To Get A Job In NWI...1:00 3:00 Manufacturing...1:00 1:30 Healthcare...1:30 2:00 TDL...2:00 2:30 Retail/Tourism...2:30 3:00 augustworkshops every Monday In august August 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th Basic Computers Using ICC...9:00 10:00 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...10:00 10:30 My Next Gig...10:30 11:00 julyworkshops every tuesday In July July 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...1:30 2:00 My Next Gig...2:00 2:30 Basic Computers Using ICC...2:30 3:30 augustworkshops every Monday In august August 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th How To Get A Job In NWI...10:00 12:00 Manufacturing...10:00 10:30 TDL...10:30 11:00 Healthcare...11:00 11:30 Retail/Tourism...11:30 12:00 Basic ComputersUsing ICC...1:00 2:00 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...2:00 2:30 My Next Gig...2:30 3:00 Basic Computers Using ICC...3:00 4:00 every tuesday In august August 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th Job Club: Healthcare...10:00 11:30 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...11:30 12:00 Job Club: Retail and Professional Services...1:00 2:30 Job Club: Manufacturing...2:30 4:00 every tuesday In august August 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...10:00 10:30 Basic Computers Using ICC...10:30 11:30 How To Get A Job In NWI...1:00 3:00 Manufacturing...1:00 1:30 Healthcare...1:30 2:00 TDL...2:00 2:30 Retail/Tourism...2:30 3:00 page 10 WorkOne CareerConnect July-August 2018

no-cost workshop calendars michigan city WORKONE OFFICE 302 W. 8th Street Michigan City, IN (219) 809-0575 Hours of Operations: Mon, Wed, Fri 8:00AM 4:30PM, Tues. & Thurs. Closed every tuesday In July July 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st How to Get a Job in NWI...9:00 9:30 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...9:30 10:00 My Next Gig...10:00 10:30 Basic Computers Using ICC...10:30 11:30 Job Club...1:00 2:30 julyworkshops every Wednesday In July July 11th, 18th, & 25th (Closed July 4th) How to Get a Job in NWI...1:00 1:30 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...1:30 2:00 My Next Gig...2:00 2:30 Basic Computers Using ICC...2:30 3:30 augustworkshops every tuesday In august August 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th How to Get a Job in NWI...9:00 9:30 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...9:30 10:00 My Next Gig...10:00 10:30 Basic Computers Using ICC...10:30 11:30 Job Club...1:30 3:00 July-Aug. 2018 every wednesday In august August 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, & 29th How to Get a Job in NWI...1:00 1:30 WOW! WorkOne Can Help You!...1:30 2:00 My Next Gig...2:00 2:30 Basic Computers Using ICC...2:30 3:30 Are you a Re-Entry Citizen? Ready to get back in the workforce? Workshops run from 9am-4pm WorkOne Gary-504 Broadway, 4th Floor (Centier Bank Building) July 16, 2018, August 13, 2018, & September 10, 2018 WorkOne Portage-1575 Adler Circle Suite A July 17, 2018 Michigan City Library-100 East 4th Street August 14, 2018 WorkOne La Porte-300 Legacy Plaza West September 11, 2018 Must be registered to attend For more information or to register contact: Jennifer at 219-263-8418 or jejones2@dwd.in.gov This WIOA Title 1-funded program/activity is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. The TDD/TTY number is 1-800-743-3333. WorkOne CareerConnect. July-August 2018 page 11

newcareer? need a WorkOne has a menu of training coming to Northwest Indiana through the remainder of the year. Call us to find out if you qualify for a scholarship dollars or FREE TRAINING! CERTIFIED NURSES ASSISTANT Credential Type: Certificate of Completion/Eligible to take the State CNA exam Length of Training: 4 weeks Training Start Dates: July 16, July 30, August 20 Contact: Natalie Aponte at 219-933-8332, ext. 450 or email naponte@gotoworkonenw.com TRACTOR TRAILER DRIVER Credential Type: Certificate of Completion/Eligible to take the Class A CDL exam Length of Training: 4 weeks Training Start Dates: July 23, August 6, August 20, September 23, October 22, November 19, December 3, December 17 Contact: Natalie Aponte at 219-933-8332, ext. 450 or email naponte@gotoworkonenw.com PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN Credential Type: Certificate of Completion/Eligible to take National Healthcare Association Phlebotomy Technician Certificate exam Length of Training: 20 weeks Training Start Dates: July 18 Contact: Natalie Aponte at 219-933-8332, ext. 450 or email naponte@gotoworkonenw.com page 12 WorkOne CareerConnect July-August 2018 MSSC-CERTIFIED PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN Program 6186 Credential Type: 4 Certifications (MSSC-Safety, MSSC-Quality Practices & Measurements, MSSC- Manufacturing Processes & Production, and MSSC- Maintenance Awareness) Length of Training: 12 weeks Training Start Dates: August Training (exact date to be determined) Contact: Adrian Bradley at 219-809-0575, ext.81 or email abradley@gotoworkonenw.com October Training (exact date to be determined) Contact: Tiffany Gray at 219-981-4100, ext. 342 or email tgray@gotoworkonenw.com January Training (Two sessions in January--exact dates to be determined) Contact: Natalie Aponte at 219-933-8332, ext. 450 or email naponte@gotoworkonenw.com CNC MACHINE OPERATOR Credential Type: NIMS-CNC Machine Operator (CNC Milling, CNC Turning, CNC Measurement, Material & Safety) Length of Training: 16 Weeks Training Start Dates: September 2018 and January 2019 (exact dates to be determined) Contact: Natalie Aponte at 219-933-8332, ext. 450 or email naponte@gotoworkonenw.com CERTIFIED COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER Credential Type: Community Health Worker Certification Length of Training: 5 days Start Dates: July 9 Contact: Natalie Aponte at 219-933-8332, ext. 450 or email naponte@gotoworkonenw.com PHARMACY TECHNICIAN TRAINING Credential Type: Certificate of Completion/Eligible to take State Pharmacy Tech exam Length of Training: 16 weeks Start dates: July 11 Contact: Natalie Aponte at 219-933-8332, ext. 450 or email naponte@gotoworkonenw.com

NWI Career Cluster Overview Agribusiness Occupations NWI Jobs Now (2017) Job Title Soil and Plant Scientists Agricultural Inspectors 3,569 What would I be doing? Agribusiness occupations involve all those who work with tending plant life, from growing food at a farm or garden to designing, implementing, and maintaining beautiful landscapes at public and private facilities. How much money could I be earning? Agribusi-ness occupations range from entry-level posi-tions where you ll learn your skills up to NWI Earnings Range $18-$45/hr $18-$25/hr Projected NWI New Jobs through 2022 Associate s Degree Associate s Degree -66 Education and/or Training Required NWI Jobs (2017) 11 14 NWI Wage Range (excludes benefits) $8-$45/hr supervisory positions that can earn as much as $30 an hour. Those that invest in further education can become scientists earning $45 an hour. Where would I be working? Agribusiness occupations work on farms, in nurseries, and anywhere else that people have grounds or lawns that need care. Is this a growing field? This field is expected to shrink slightly in Northwest Farming Survivors Indiana through 2022, but employs thousands already in these occupations. Statewide growth will be 3.5%, which is ahead of expected national growth. What skills should I have? To work in this field, it s key that you enjoy nurturing plant life and like working outside. Tasks will frequently be labor-intensive and you may often work alone or in small teams. Being able to follow and give directions so inventory and grounds re-ceive consistent care or maintenance is also important. What education or training do I need? To get started, many of these occupations require only on-the-job training. But without either experience or further education, it s hard to get ahead. WorkOne can help with training and scholarships so you can achieve your goal. Farm Workers Soil and Plant Scientists Agricultural and Food Science Technicians First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers Agricultural Equipment Operators Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers $12-$27/hr $11-$30/hr $11-$21/hr $11-$17/hr Associate s Degree or HSE, <5 years of experience or HSE, short-term OJT or HSE, 5+ years of experience 52 82 157 1,760 Web Developer Agribusiness Occupations Ag. Equipment Operators Ag. and Food Science Techs Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals Graders and Sorters $8-$16/hr $9-$15/hr $8-$14 or HSE, short-term OJT or HSE, short-term OJT or HSE, short-term OJT 1,292 149 52 Graders and Sorters Laborss Farmers and Ranchers Interested in a job you don t see listed? Just ask for more information. WorkOne can also assist you with training and scholarships.there are nine WorkOne locations in Northwest Indiana. Call 1-877-607-0680 or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com today to find the one nearest you. WorkOne CareerConnect. July-August 2018 page 13

NWI Career Cluster Overview Retail Trade Occupations NWI Jobs Now (2017) Job Title General/ Operations Manager First-Line Supervisor of Retail Sales Workers Customer Service Representative Shipping, Receiving, and Traffic Clerk Stock Mover (Laborer and Material Mover) Loss Prevention Specialist Retail Salesperson Stock Clerk/ Order Filler Cashier 42,602 What would I be doing? Retail occupations include people who work for a retail business selling goods to customers, including those directly assisting the public in finding what they need to those working behind the scenes maintaining inventory and protecting that inventory, and those supervising operations and workers. How much money could I be earning? Depending on experience and responsibilities, hourly wages in the transportation, distribution, and logistics NWI Earnings Range $17-$88/hr $9-$27/hr $9-$23/hr $9-$22/hr $8-$21/hr $9-$23/hr $8-$20/hr $8-$18/hr $8-$12 Projected NWI New Jobs through 2022 842 Education and/or Training Required Bachelor s degree, 5+ years related experience or HSE, <5 years of experience short term OJT short term OJT short term OJT short term OJT short term OJT short term OJT or HSE, short-term OJT industry range from Clerks who make up to $22 an hour to Managers that earn as much as $55 an hour. Where would I be working? Retail occupations are found in everything from small, local shops to big-box chains and department stores. Expect some nights, weekends and holiday shifts. Is this a growing field? This field is a huge part of Northwest Indiana s economy and is expected to grow 2% in Northwest NWI Jobs (2017) 4,321 3,798 3,077 1,137 4,132 335 11,210 4,835 9,755 NWI Wage Range (excludes benefits) $8-$88/hr Stock Clerk Operations Manager Retail Supervisor Indiana through 2022 with 842 new jobs projected. What skills should I have? To work in this field, it s important to be able to work with the public and have excellent communication skills. Those who enjoy being helpful will do well, and those with a talent for sales, inventory management or working in a team environment can become valuable employees who will often be promoted to greater responsibility. What education or training do I need? Entry-level occupations seek those with a high school di-ploma, with additional training valued by employers who need workers interested in developing a career. WorkOne can help with training and scholarships so you can achieve your goal. Cashier Retail Trade Occupations Shipping/ Receiving Loss Prevention Specialist Stock Mover Customer Service Rep Interested in a job you don t see listed? Just ask for more information. WorkOne can also assist you with training and scholarships.there are nine WorkOne locations in Northwest Indiana. Call 1-877-607-0680 or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com today to find the one nearest you. page 14 WorkOne CareerConnect July-August 2018

NWI Career Cluster Overview construction Trade Occupations NWI Employment Locations 1,714 NWI Jobs Now (2017) 2022 13,462 What would I be doing? Construction occupations includes the builders, from private and commercial buildings to erecting infrastructure and keeping it in good working order. Responsibilities range from labor to highly skilled craftsmanship on the job site. How much money could I be earning? Construction occupations tend to pay well once you re in, with skilled tradespeople starting at more than $11 an hour and with time and ex-perience earning over $46 an hour. Educated managers can receive over $52 an hour. Projected NWI New Jobs through 2022-1,137 Where would I be working? Anywhere something is being built, whether it s renovating an existing structure or constructing infrastructure from scratch, construction workers are there. Is this a growing field? Although jobs in this field aren t expected to grow through 2022, many openings will be created as current work-ers retire, creating need for new talent which must have experience before that time. What skills should I have? Those who like doing physical work involving their hands are best suited for these occupations. Attention to detail, willingness to work outside in heat and cold, and ability to follow directions and work in a team as well as independently are all additional requirements to do well in this field. NWI Wage Range (excludes benefits) $10-$52/hr What education or training do I need? Nearly all of these occupations are skilled and require education and training through apprenticeships. WorkOne can help get you connected with the proper program and scholarships so you can achieve your goal. Job Title Construction Manager Structural Iron and Steel Workers NWI Earnings Range $18-$52/hr $14-$46/hr Education and/or Training Required Bachelor s degree, moderate on-the-job training apprenticeship NWI Jobs (2017) 671 414 Plumbers, Pipefitters, Steamfitters Electricians Structural Iron and Steel Workers Electricians Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Boilermakers $22-$46/hr $20-$50/hr $29-$38/hr apprenticeship apprenticeship apprenticeship 3,689 1,617 89 Boilermakers Construction Occupations Painters Carpenters $11-$35/hr short-term OJT 2,183 Construction Laborers Painters, Construction and Maintenance Helpers (All Construction Trades Combined) $12-$36/hr $11-$29/hr $10-$19 short term OJT moderate-term OJT or HSE 3,383 827 588 Construction Managers Helpers Construction Laborers Interested in a job you don t see listed? Just ask for more information. WorkOne can also assist you with training and scholarships.there are nine WorkOne locations in Northwest Indiana. Call 1-877-607-0680 or visit www.gotoworkonenw.com today to find the one nearest you. WorkOne CareerConnect. July-August 2018 page 15

Northwest Indiana is home to over 20 adult education and learning sites Providing FREE classes! IMPROVE YOURSELF... IMPROVE YOUR LIFE These programs can help you: n Brush up on basic math, reading and writing skills before registering for college n Prepare you for the HSE exam n Strengthen your English language skills and adapt to practical everyday situation in the U.S. Adult Basic Education (ABE) Addresses basic skill needs; e.g., reading, writing, language and math. Adult Secondary Credit (ASC) Provides the opportunity for those who didn t finish high school to return as adults and complete credits toward a regular high school diploma. High School Equivalency (HSE) Preparation Previously known as the GED. Prepares students to pass the exam for the HSE diploma; the equivalent to a credential for high school completion. Note: the actual HSE testing is only offered at a few sites. English Language Learner (ELL) Provides English language instruction to non-english speaking adults along with practical skills for everyday personal, social, and working situations. The GED is now HSE! page 16 WorkOne CareerConnect July-August 2018

Adult Education Sites & Hours of Operation Jasper County Jasper Co. Adult Learning Center-Demotte 5387 West State Road 10 Wheatfield, IN 46392 (219) 863-9145 Tues./Wed./Thurs. 9am-12pm ABE/HSE Jasper Co. Adult Learning Center-Rensselaer Rensselaer WorkOne 116 N. Van Rensselaer St. Rensselaer, IN 47978 (219) 863-8591 Mon. 3-6pm; Tues. 9am-12pm & 2pm-5pm Wed. 9am-12pm ABE/HSE Lake County Crown Point Adult Learning Center Crown Point Community Library 122 N. Main St. Crown Point, IN 46307 219-314-9904 Mon. & Wed. 9:30am-12:30pm, 1pm-4pm, and 5:30pm-7:30pm ABE, HSE, ELL East Chicago Adult Education East Chicago Central High School 1100 W. Columbus Dr. East Chicago, IN 46312 Mon. thru Thurs. 4:30pm-7:30pm 219-391-4000 ext. 74060 Lowell Adult Learning Center Cedar Creek Community Center 151 N. Fremont, Lowell, IN 46356 (219) 696-6777 Mon. 10am-1pm, Tues. 10am-1pm Thurs. 2pm-7pm ABE, HSE Hobart Adult Learning Center Hobart Public Library 100 Main St. Hobart, IN 46342 (219) 309-5433 Wed. & Thurs. 12pm-4pm ABE, HSE Hobart First United Methodist Church 654 E. 4th St. Hobart, IN 46342 Tues. & Thurs. 4:30pm-7:30 pm ABE/HSE Trinity United Methodist Church 3561 Randolph St. Hobart, IN 46342 Mon. 10am-4pm ELL Tri-Town Adult Learning Center St. John Community Center 1515 Lincoln Hwy., Schererville, IN 46375 (219) 322-6700 Tues. 9am-6pm Wed. 3-7pm Thurs. 11am-4pm ABE/HSE Hammond Area Career Center 5727 Sohl Ave., Hammond, IN 46320 (219) 933-2419 Mon. thru Thurs. 9am-1:30pm and 6-8:30pm Lake Ridge Schools 6111 W. Ridge Rd., Gary, IN 46408 (219) 838-1819 ext. 130 or (219) 989-7816 Mon. thru Fri. 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm HSE/ABE/ASC Merrillville Adult Education Merrillville High School 6701 Delaware St., Merrillville, IN 46410 (219) 650-5310 HSE Prep. Program (ABE) Mon. thru Thurs. - 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm Jan. thru March Apr. thru June July thru Sept. Oct. thru Dec. HSE Testing Twice Monthly - Mon. & Tues. 4:45 pm to 9:00 pm Dates available at www.mvsc.k12.in.us/adulteduc Adult Secondary Credit (ASC) Diploma Completion Mon. thru Thurs. - 3:45 to 9:15 pm Gary Adult Continuing Education Systems (ACES) Gary Area Career Center 1800 East 35th Ave. Gary, IN 46409 (219) 963-2085 Mon/Tues/Wed/ 4:30pm-8:30pm Ivy Tech Community College 1440 East 35th Ave., Room C207 Gary, IN 46409 (219) 981-1111 Tues/Wed/Thurs 9am-1pm ELL WorkOne (Centier Bank Building 4th Floor) 504 Broadway Gary, IN 46402 219-981-4100 Tues/Wed/Thurs 11am-3pm La Porte County A.K. Smith Career Center 817 Lafayette St. Michigan City, IN 46360 219-873-2120 Mon. thru Thurs. 9am-1pm; 6pm-8pm La Porte WorkOne 300 Legacy Plaza West LaPorte, IN 46350 (219) 362-2175 Mon. & Tues. 4pm-8pm Tues./Wed./Thurs. 9am-1pm Grace Learning Center 1007 West 8th Street, Michigan City, IN 46360 (219) 879-6788 Mon./Wed./Thurs. 9am-1pm NEWTON County Newton County Government Center 4117 S. 240 West, Suite 300, Morocco, IN 47963 (219)285-8005 ext. 2701 or 2702 Mon thru Thurs 9am-3pm Fridays by appointment only. PORTER County Chesterton Adult Learning Center Westchester Library 100 West Indiana St., Chesterton, IN 46304 (219) 921-0567 Mon. & Wed. 8am-2:30pm Tues. & Thurs. 6pm-9pm ABE, HSE, ELL Valparaiso Adult Learning Center Trinity Lutheran Chuch 201 Washington St., Valparaiso, IN 46383 (219) 916-7444 Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs 9:30am-1:30pm Thurs. 6pm-9pm Fri 5pm-8pm ABE/HSE/ELL Neighbors Educational Opportunities, Inc. (NEO) Home of New Vistas Hight School & NEO Adult Learning Center 5201 U.S. Highway 6, Portage, IN 46368 (219) 850-4448 www.neoadulted.org Mon./Tues./Wed. 9am-1pm & 5pm-8:30pm Thurs. 9am-1pm ABE/HSE/ELL Pulaski County Pulaski Co. Adult Learning Center Pulaski Co. Annex 125 S. Riverside Dr., Winamac, IN 46996 (574) 242-0131 Mon. & Wed. 4pm-7pm Tues. & Thurs. 9am-12pm ABE/HSE Starke County Starke County. Adult Learning Center WorkOne 1913 S Haenton St., Knox, IN 46534 (574) 772-6882 ext. 75 Mon. & Wed. 3pm-8pm Tues. 9am-2pm, Thurs. 10am-2pm ABE/HSE WorkOne CareerConnect. July-August 2018 page 17

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