Tag: reentry employment
How Technology Advancements Have Changed the Workplace
Twenty years ago, before the first online job search, looking for a job meant flipping through newspaper ads to find an opening, applying in person, and asking around through friends and family. With developments in technology comes changes to day-to-day life, including in the workplace. Now, we communicate with people quicker than ever and have [...]
Forklift Training: Your Guide to Becoming a Forklift Operator
Looking for a fresh start in a growing industry? Becoming a forklift operator is a great option for a stable career. Transportation and warehousing remain among the fastest-growing sectors in the United States, and they need skilled operators. The main types of organizations that have forklift certified jobs include manufacturing, construction, airports, seaports, and haulage [...]
Start Your Welding Apprenticeship: A Second Chance Guide
Let's talk about second chances and sparks flying—literally. If you're looking to gain employment through a welding apprenticeship, you're in the right place. Creating something meaningful with your hands could be your ticket to a fresh start. The welding industry needs about 45,800 new welders every year, and here's the thing: they care more about [...]
A Comprehensive Guide to Carpentry Careers for Second Chance Seekers
Are you looking for a fresh start in a rewarding trade? Carpentry might be your path forward. According to recent industry data, the construction sector needs roughly 546,000 new workers in 2024 alone. Even better, many companies actively embrace second chance hiring. Why Choose Carpentry? The skilled trades offer several key advantages for returning citizens. [...]
Changes in Employment – What This Means for the Reentrant in 2021
Under normal circumstances, returning citizens struggle to find employment, and employment opportunities have been even more scarce due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many businesses have had to temporarily or permanently close, and for those that have remained open. social-distancing safety measures have drastically affected the job market and environment. As a result, many companies and [...]
