Job Seekers
Welcome to Your Next Career Step
The Bay Consortium is here to empower your job search and career development. Experienced career services representatives located at our Virginia Career Works Centers across the Bay Consortium region are ready to assist you with services tailored to your individual needs. Whether you’re starting your career journey, seeking to enhance your skills, or exploring new job opportunities, we are here to help.
Our Services at a Glance
Virginia’s Career Works Center is here to help. Whether you never had a job, want a different kind of job, or are somewhere in between, we have services and staff to assist you. Virginia’s Career Works Centers are open to all job seekers.
We provide computers for job searching, assistance with resume building and skills assessments. Staff can assist with identifying needs and making connections for additional services.
Career Exploration
Dive into a variety of career options. Complete a free assessment and recieve a consultation to fit opportunities to build a career pathway. The Bay Consortium is very pleased and willing to offer one-on-one assistance.
Needed: Career Assessment
Work Readiness
Job Seekers and employees need to have a variety of skills to help them succeed in work environments. Work readiness skills, also called soft skills, can help an individual adapt and perform in different work settings or career fields. Learning more about these skills can help you develop your own skill set and gain the attention of potential employers. From conversations in the classroom, to retraining for older adults, everyone needs communication skills to succeed. We work with a variety of partners and tools that provide work readiness preparation.
Job Placement Assistance
Access job search tools, resume and cover level guidance, and personalize job referrals from our teams. The job application process has evolved to include a number of online resources that you can access today such as the state job search database the Virginia Workforce Connection.
Learn & Earn
Explore how to connect with local education providers through training provision programs supported by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act or enroll in self-driven learning through Metrix Learning (click here). In addition, find out how to enroll in employment supported programs such as apprenticeships and internships through our Centers.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Programs
NWIOA programs are designed to enhance employment, job retention, earnings, and occupational skills. Catering to adults, dislocated workers, youth, incumbent workers, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, these programs aim to provide tailored workforce development support through further career training.
- Adult Program: Our programs are designed with you in mind, offering a wide range of services to help adults who have recently found themselves without work. We are here to help you find your next job, grow your skills, and boost your earnings potential.
- Youth Program: If you’re between 14 and 24 years old, our Youth Program is here for you. We’re excited to help you with career development, college or vocational education, and real-world work experience. Youth participants also receive guidance and follow-up services for at least one year.
Let’s Get Started
- Start Your Application: Click here to access the application form.
- Gather Documents: Review the WIOA Eligibility Packet and prepare necessary documents.
Need help with the application process: Connect with our Centers for assistance.
Contact Your Local Center for more information.