RochesterWorks! & Department of Labor Offer Companies Help in These Tough Times If your business is downsizing or is at risk of downsizing, we have an array of programs and services in place to assist including skills assessment, training, and workshops, at no charge, for employees affected by this downsizing. Read more

62 Businesses Awarded $753,929 in Grants
Sixty-two Monroe County businesses in a number of different industries were awarded $753,929 in grants to provide a diverse array of training to 1041 employees. The funds were awarded from January 1 to March 30, 2009. See Awards and How to Apply

More Guest Speakers Added to Workshop Series
With unemployment on the rise, RochesterWorks! has been increasing the diversity and quantity of workshop offerings.  This April, we are bringing four new guest speakers to our line-up of workshops. Read more

Still Challenged to find Workers with the Right Skills? We Want to Hear from You!
Join us at a free breakfast for HR experts and business owners June 2, 3, or 4 from 7:30 – 9 a.m. Tell us about your workforce needs so that we can provide candidates and workers with the skills and talent you need to stay competitive and grow. We have resources to help train your workforce. For more information or to register, call Sandra Piccolo at 585-241-6046 or spiccolo@rochesterworks.org

City and RochesterWorks! Collaborate on Summer Jobs Program for Youth
About 1500 area youth will take advantage of summer employment opportunities in recreation centers, government, community organizations, local colleges and companies. Funding is expected to total approximately $1.5 million. Employers interested in hiring youth or participating as a work site are encouraged to call. Read more

Grants Help Employees Increase Efficiency With more than $11,000 in training grants received through RochesterWorks!, Special Care Systems LLC was able to train six staff members to become more efficient on the latest equipment. “Employees are better at what they do now,” says Ann Kowal, President of the Webster-based health care communications company. Read more

Get Expert Tips for Submitting Your Resume for Posted Jobs
By Hannah Morgan
Yes, you will have to submit your resume for jobs you see posted. It will fall into a terrible black hole, but you know that, so you will follow up persistently! Here are some tips on how you can do this better. Read more

RochesterWorks! is Coming to Your Town! In an effort to continue to provide additional services and help even more job seekers in this challenging economic climate, RochesterWorks! is bringing its workshops to the community through partnerships with area libraries and organizations. Read more

Helpful Advice from a Former Job Seeker After seeking employment for more than a year, Sally came to RochesterWorks! for a new approach. She found many other qualified folks in the same situation, took a variety of workshops, participated in networking and much more. After dedication and persistence she found a great job.  Full story

Training Helps Pamela Find a New CareerPamela was working as a server in a restaurant when her business was adversely impacted by the economy.  Because fewer people were dining out, it became clear that she would benefit from training in a new career field.  Full story