PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley

Zach Ironside, a senior at Parkland High School, is serving as a Student Representative for the 2023-2024 academic year! He is involved in various extracurricular activities such as Leo Club, UNICEF Club, and volunteering opportunities. Zach is a member of the National Honor Society, National English Honor Society, and Science National Honor Society, while also serving as co-captain of the Boys’ Soccer Team. Zach has enjoyed learning about career opportunities that are available after graduation, and sharing these opportunities with his school community! He plans to join the military after graduation and pursue a degree in engineering or computer science. ***** Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities/Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Programs at PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley are funded in whole or in part by federal funds. Detailed information can be found at https://ow.ly/ppKT50RpbtV. Equal Officer: EqualOpportunity@careerlinklv.org or 610-841-8332 TTY Line 610-437-0741. More information on adaptive equipment and Equal Opportunity resources can be found at https://ow.ly/SEYJ50Rpbu0.

Kaitlin Solt, a senior at Northwestern Lehigh High School, is a Student Representative for the 2023-2024 academic year. She holds leadership positions in the National Honor Society, the Science National Honor Society, and Aevidum, which advocates for mental health awareness. Kaitlin is also a Senior Yearbook Editor, a member of the Maker Club and the Foreign Language and International Cultures Club, and takes part in her Church youth group. She has also held summer employment through Northwestern Lehigh SD. Kaitlin enjoyed making new friends, discovering various career paths, and learning how to upgrade her resume during her experience as a Student Rep! She hopes to obtain a bachelor’s degree in psychology after graduation. ***** Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities/Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Programs at PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley are funded in whole or in part by federal funds. Detailed information can be found at https://ow.ly/zmwA50Rpbpu. Equal Officer: EqualOpportunity@careerlinklv.org or 610-841-8332 TTY Line 610-437-0741. More information on adaptive equipment and Equal Opportunity resources can be found at https://ow.ly/9uHK50Rpbpm.

Yesterday, the Workforce Board Lehigh Valley and PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley hosted the first-ever Lehigh Valley High School Seniors Only Job Fair at the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks This job fair was specially organized for graduating seniors where they were able to explore full-time and part-time job opportunities, summer jobs, and on-the-job training. The main goal of this job fair was to encourage graduating seniors to stay, live, and work in the Lehigh Valley and contribute to the future workforce. More than 50 businesses and 14 high schools attended to make this event a success for the Lehigh Valley!

As a junior at Northern Lehigh High School, Matt McCarty is serving as a Student Representative for the 2023-2024 academic year! He is an active member of his school community serving as the Class of 2025 Vice President and President of the Weightlifting Club. He is also involved in Soccer, Karate, and Students Against Destructive Decisions. Down the road, Matt hopes to pursue a career in the healthcare field, potentially physical therapy! ***** Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities/Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Programs at PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley are funded in whole or in part by federal funds. Detailed information can be found at https://ow.ly/eU1s50RpbkE. Equal Officer: EqualOpportunity@careerlinklv.org or 610-841-8332 TTY Line 610-437-0741. More information on adaptive equipment and Equal Opportunity resources can be found at https://ow.ly/jL4L50RpbkA.

COUNTY OF LEHIGH is hosting Community Outreach Day on May 11th! PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley will be there to provide information on how to get a great job in our area. Learn how clearing criminal records works in Pennsylvania, enjoy free food and clothing, and meet with tons of other great companies that can help you get your life back on track.

Tamya Williams, a 12th-grade student at Northampton High School, is serving as a Student Representative for the 2023-2024 academic year! She is an active participant in many school activities such as the Sound and Technician Club, Drama Club, Homework Club, and Chess Club. Tamya’s favorite part of her experience has been exploring the different job opportunities, which led her to secure a job at a hotel after being inspired by a meeting at Delta Hotels. After graduation, Tamya would like to study international business at a four-year university, preferably in New York City. ***** Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities/Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Programs at PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley are funded in whole or in part by federal funds. Detailed information can be found at https://ow.ly/XZvN50Rp8O9. Equal Officer: EqualOpportunity@careerlinklv.org or 610-841-8332 TTY Line 610-437-0741. More information on adaptive equipment and Equal Opportunity resources can be found at https://ow.ly/Zt7s50Rp8O2.

Whether you are a job seeker or an employer looking to enhance your workforce, PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley has services to help you succeed! To learn more about what we have to offer, https://ow.ly/Uv7250Rp8wI

Join us for our Fair Chance Career Fair / Hiring Event! This event is open to ALL job seekers to wrap up Second Chance Month. The event is happening simultaneously at PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley and ProJect of Easton. Walk-ins are welcome and some employers will conduct on-the-spot interviews. Book your time slot: https://ow.ly/9WOc50Rra1v

Attention employers: Join us next week for the final training session hosted by Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry on cultivating a culture of belonging and fostering inclusivity in the workplace. Learn how to create a stronger, more cohesive team by championing diversity. Don't miss out - register now May 8 https://ow.ly/uKFe50R4Xmk May 9 https://ow.ly/EWXH50R4Xmt

Ella Dieter, a junior at Whitehall High School, is in her first year of serving as a Student Representative with PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley. She is an active member of her school community and enjoyed learning about all the different companies toured as a Student Rep! Ella hopes to attend Lehigh Carbon Community College and then transfer to a four-year university and pursue a degree in the healthcare field! Watch out world, Ella is on the rise! ***** Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities/Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Programs at PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley are funded in whole or in part by federal funds. Detailed information can be found at https://ow.ly/sCjC50R58Oc. Equal Officer: EqualOpportunity@careerlinklv.org or 610-841-8332 TTY Line 610-437-0741. More information on adaptive equipment and Equal Opportunity resources can be found at https://ow.ly/Llfp50R58O9.