Workforce development resources for the citizens and business community of Polk County, Florida

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2009 BEST PLACES TO WORK
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See which companies were awarded Best Places to Work for 2008.
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VIRTUAL JOB FAIR COMING TO POLK WORKS
During the week of
March 22 through 26, 2020
visit the virtual job fair website @ virtualjobfair.polkworks.org

For more information for Job Seekers click here
For more information for Employers click here

PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING GROUP
April 13, 2010
Location: 
BB&T Bank
600 N Broadway Ave
Bartow, Fl 33830
3rd Floor Community Room
RSVP to 863-508-1600, ext 1107
by April 9th


April 14, 2010 - Roundtable
Strategic Diversity Recruiting
Presented by: Lori Van Ness
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Employer Roundtables
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scheduled roundtables

Polk Works Two Year Services Plan
Click on the title to access Polk works'
Two Year Plan Addendum
Two Year Workforce Services Plan

 

 

 

 

 

How to File for Unemployment
Unemployment Claims are handled by the State of Florida. To file a claim or check on the status of an existing claim, please visit www.fluidnow.com or call toll free 1-800-204-2418. If you have questions about extended benefits you may call 1-888-896-0091.

Job Readiness Workshops

Polk Works Employability Skills Workshop is a free 10-day program specifically designed for adults who are interested in gaining career advancement. You can attend one day if a particular topic is of interest, or plan to attend the entire 10-day schedule. Our topics center on tips and techniques for standing out from the competition and the latest job search tactics for obtaining employment.

You will Learn How to:

  • Use the One Stop Career Center database (Employ Florida Marketplace) to search for jobs and research potential employers
  • Create or update your resume
  • Answer questions about employment gaps, negative work history or criminal background
  • Answer the top 10 interview questions and respond appropriately and positively to other difficult interview questions
  • Network to find job leads and gain exclusive interviews
  • Dressing for the job you want
  • Complete and use a Master Application

Different topics are scheduled daily from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at both Polk Works’ One-Stop Career Centers.

The workshops are by appointment only. To request an appointment, call the nearest location:

Lakeland
309 Ingraham Ave.
(863) 508-1100 ext. 3170

Winter Haven
500 E Lake Howard Dr.
(863) 508-1100 ext. 3322