MassHire Metro North Career Center

Is the Company a Match?
2026-08-12 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
What are the signs that a hiring organization is a match? Is the organization healthy? Is the environment toxic? Is the interview going well? Are they interested? How can you tell if the interview is taking a nosedive? Join MassHire Metro North for this in-person exploration of the good and bad signs to watch for!

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Late Career Strategies - Virtual
2026-08-17 10:00 - 11:00
Is there ageism out there? There is. This workshop will help you fight it and level the battlefield. Let’s review hot to develop a job search that reflects ability, not age!

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Excel Beginner - In Person
2026-08-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-24 10:00 - 12:00
Microsoft is a powerful tool for collecting, managing, and organizing data. In this introductory workshop, participants will start from scratch to build a solid foundation in the software. Develop the skills necessary to feel comfortable navigating the interface, editing spreadsheets, saving files directly to your computer, and writing basic functions to analyze your data.
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Microsoft Word - In Person
2026-08-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-02 10:00 - 12:00
Microsoft Word is a great tool for creating and editing text documents. In this workshop, start from scratch and learn Word beginning with the basics. Develop the skills necessary to feel comfortable opening Word, starting a document, editing, saving your file, and even printing and sharing your document.
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Resume Basics - In Person
2026-08-19 14:00 - 15:30
Join this in person workshop to learn the basics of resumes. What are the types? Dos and don’ts, how long they should be and how far back in time to go.

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AI Tools for Job Search - Online
2026-08-20 12:00 - 13:00
Artificial intelligence tools can streamline the job hunt by optimizing resumes, tailoring cover letters and preparing for interviews. Learn practical strategies to navigate the modern hiring landscape.
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Networking - Virtual
2026-08-24 10:00 - 11:00
After a job loss how do you reconnect with past colleagues and effectively reach out to contacts in your field? Join MassHire as we go through the key steps! We will cover how to connect with past colleagues and how to network with those you don’t know. A portion of the session will be devoted to in-class networking!

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LinkedIn Basics - Virtual
2026-08-24 10:00 - 11:30
LinkedIn is an integral part of your job search on par with your resume. This workshop will demonstrate how to build your professional profile, to search for and apply for jobs on LinkedIn, and to make connections on this powerful social media platform. We will “show and tell”, and you will follow the steps to create an impactful LinkedIn presence.
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Excel Advanced - In Person
2026-08-25 10:00 - 11:00
Designed to expand basic Excel skills, this workshop builds directly on participants’ existing knowledge. Attendees will learn to create PivotTables, write formulas like XLOOKUP, and usedata validation to ensure accuracy. The session concludes with a practical, real-world exercise, ensuring everyone leaves with the confidence to manage their everyday data more efficiently.
Please arrive on time. This advanced Excel workshop requires setup at the start of the session. Participants who arrive after the workshop has begun will have the opportunity to register for the next scheduled workshop.
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Avoiding Job Search Scams-InPerson
2026-08-26 10:00 - 11:00
Job search scams are surging, and AI is making them harder to detect. This workshop teaches job seekers how to identify fake postings, recognize phishing tactics, protect personal and financial information, and respond if targeted. Leave with practical stragegies to navigate today’s job market safely and confidently.
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Prepping for a Job Fair - In Person
2026-08-26 14:00 - 15:30
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Career Change:Second Act-Virtual
2026-08-31 10:00 - 11:00
Are you stepping back in your career? Do you need to change your field? Please join us online to examine how to find your transferable skills, convey value in a new field and more.
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Share, Collaborate in Google Docs
2026-09-01 10:00 - 11:00
Need to know how to share files with others using Google Docs? Please join this live demonstration and learn about real time sharing, comments, version history and collaborating with others.
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Networking - In Person
2026-09-02 14:00 - 15:30

Interviewing
2026-09-08 14:00 - 15:30
What makes a good job interview? Join MassHire in person as we discuss the mechanics behind that question! Let’s discuss Interview Questions to prepare for, questions to ask, questions you should not ask, and signs the interview went well. Through lively discussion, exercises, and video clips, we’ll examine the interview together to get you to the next round!
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Microsoft PowerPoint - In Person
2026-09-09 10:00 - 12:00
Microsoft PowerPoint is a great tool for putting together impressive presentations. In this workshop, start from scratch and learn PowerPoint beginning with the basics. Develop the skills necessary to feel comfortable opening PowerPoint, starting a slideshow, editing, saving your file, and even printing, sharing, and presenting your document.
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Accomplishment Statements Virtual
2026-09-14 10:00 - 11:00
You have experience but what’s the right experience? How do you convey applicable experience on your resume, cover letter and during the job interview? Join us virtually as we examine a powerful tool of job search: The Accomplishment Statement!
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Social Media in Your Job Search
2026-09-15 10:00 - 11:00
What social media accounts do you need for a job search? Are they safe to use? Get some tips on how to clean up an existing accounts you have and ways to stay safe online. Come learn the dos and don’ts on: LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok.
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Basic Computer Skills 1 - In Person
2026-09-16 10:00 - 12:00
Are you new to the world of computers? Do you want to feel more comfortable using technology? This is the course for you! Learn the very basics about computers starting with the terminology. Practice navigating a desktop, browsing the internet, and even get an introduction to creating and saving documents using some of the most popular Microsoft Windows 11 applications: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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Mock Interviews - In Person
2026-09-16 14:00 - 15:30
What’s a good interview? Where can you find interview questions & answers specific to your target industry? What about body language? How can you best convey confidence under pressure? Join MassHire as we answer these questions and more during our in-person mock interview session!
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Finding the Hidden Jobs - Virtual
2026-09-21 10:00 - 11:00
Some jobs are hidden below the surface and others you really have to dig for!
Join us online as we look at ways to uncover this hidden job market – those jobs that aren’t publicized or are, but discreetly.
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Microsoft Outlook - In Person
2026-09-22 08:00 - 12:00
Microsoft Outlook is your hub for all things email communication. In this workshop, learn the ins and outs of Outlook so that you can communicate efficiently with others via email, stay up to date and organized, and even connect Outlook to other applicaitons so that everything you need is right at your fingertips.
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Elevator Pitches - In Person
2026-09-23 10:00 - 11:30
What is an Elevator Pitch? Why is it so pivotal in job fairs, during job interviews and while networking? Join MassHire as we examine the golden key to job search! We will examine types of pitches, the pitch’s must-haves, ways to inject depth and how to add that personal touch. Attendees will craft Elevator Pitches in-class and have the option to deliver them for in-class feedback!
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Basic Computer Skills 2 - In Person
2026-09-23 10:00 - 12:00
Having general knowledge about computers is a great start! In this class, enhance your skills by diving deeper into computer knowledge. Get more familiar with the keyboard, learn to print, and develop a better understanding of that mess of cords that flows out of the back of your computer. Most importantly, learn to protect yourself with computer safety.
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Cover Letters - Virtual
2026-09-28 10:00 - 11:00
Learn about the different types of cover letters. We’ll look into the mechanics of what makes an effective cover letter. You will learn how to effectively present your experience and skills.
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AI Tools For Job Search - In Person
2026-09-29 10:00 - 11:30

Tame Your Inbox - In Person
2026-09-29 10:00 - 11:30
Join us in the computer lab for a hands-on interactive workshop where you will practice organizing email in Microsoft Outlook. Collaborate with the instrotor to creat filters and automated rules in Gmail. You will gain the practical exerience to manage your own messages efficiently.
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LinkedIn Basics - In Person
2026-09-30 14:00 - 15:00
Come learn how to search for positions on LinkedIn. You’ll see how to use filters, who you know at specific companies and create search alerts based on your parameters. Bring your questions – we’ve got answers.
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