Greater Raritan

Virtual Career Series: Bridge to Success
2026-04-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-22 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Are you feeling stressed in your job search?
The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and Empower Somerset are offering a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled Bridge to Success. The stress-management techniques shared in this series focus on behavioral, social, and cognitive coping strategies that can be used to address stressful situations at home, work, and interpersonal relationships. The strategies will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process, and in life.
The virtual series will run every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. beginning on March 11 and ending April 29.
The class is open to residents of Somerset and Hunterdon counties and is limited to 20 participants; please note that participants must have their cameras on for every session. Those taking part in the program are expected to attend all sessions. The program includes a $50 Amazon gift card for completion.
To register, use the link in this flyer.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Information Session
2026-04-09 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual Event
Opportunity awaits: The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development, in partnership with Apprenti wants job seekers to know about a new Apprenticeship opportunity in the life sciences industry.

Apprenti is currently recruiting candidates for a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship located in Rahway, NJ. This opportunity offers:

— $22/hour starting pay

— Full-time employment

— No prior experience required

— Paid, hands-on training into a growing industry

Learn more by joining a virtual information session at 9 a.m. Thursday, April 9 via Zoom. Details about the role, application process, and next steps will be shared.

The registration link for the information session is included in this flyer. Or go here.

The application deadline is Friday, April 10 — the flyer has more information about the application process.

GRWDB Board meeting – virtually and in-person
2026-04-09 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual Meeting
A quarterly GRWDB Board Meeting will be conducted from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 9, 2026; attendees may join via GoToMeeting or in person in the third-floor conference room at 27 Warren St., Somerville.

The meeting will include a presentation about the United for Alice At Work program, a presentation about a new youth outreach initiative, and presentations on policy updates, finances and upcoming programs, including information from the One-Stop Operator, a discussion about youth services and more.

All GRWDB Board and Committee meetings are open to the public. For questions, contact GRWDB Director Paul Grzella at 908-541-5790, or at info@thegrwdb.org.

Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/676884773
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (872) 240-3212; Access Code: 676-884-773
Meeting agendas can be found here on the GRWDB website. All are welcomed.

CJHRC Free Fair Housing Webinar
2026-04-09 15:00 - 16:15 | Virtual Event
A webinar on Free Fair Housing will be presented by the Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) from 3 to 4:15 p.m. Thursday, April 9.
The Fair Housing Act extends to all aspects of housing including sales, advertising, financing, rental, insurance, design, and construction. Sharon Clark of the CJHRC will cover different housing related topics during the free webinar so that participants know their fair housing rights.
To register, go to www.cjhrc.org click on the Upcoming Webinars & Events tile and click on CJHRC Webinars. Choose April 9, 2026 Fair Housing Webinar; the link to register is located towards the bottom of the flyer. If you have questions or need help registering, contact a CJHRC counselor at 908-446-0037.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Planning Your Job Search
2026-04-10 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center in Somerville is hosting a series of Jersey Job Club Workshops in March and April. These workshops will be virtual, through Zoom, but a limited number of seats are available for in-person attendance at the One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville.
The partners in the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center have the expertise and knowledge to help job seekers have success. In Jersey Job Club workshops, a Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Coach leads hour- to 90-minute-long discussions on topics aimed at assisting job seekers in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties. There is no charge to attend.
Dates and topics are:

Monday, March 2, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview
Wednesday, March 4, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 2 – Answering Interview Questions
Friday, March 6, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 1 – Top Notch Resume
Monday, March 9, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 2 – Cover Letters and More
Wednesday, March 11, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Planning Your Job Search – Path to Employment
Friday, March 13, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Networking – Best (fastest) way to find a job
Monday, March 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview
Wednesday, March 18, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 2 – Answering Interview Questions
Friday, March 20, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 1 – Top Notch Resume
Monday, March 23, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 2 – Cover Letters and More
Wednesday, March 25, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Planning Your Job Search – Path to Employment
Friday, March 27, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Networking – Best (fastest) way to find a job
Monday, March 30, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview
Wednesday, April 1, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 2 – Answering Interview Questions
Monday, April 6, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 1 – Top Notch Resume
Wednesday, April 8, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 2 – Cover Letters and More
Friday, April 10, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Planning Your Job Search – Path to Employment
Monday, April 13, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Networking – Best (fastest) way to find a job
Wednesday, April 15, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview
Friday, April 17, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 2 – Answering Interview Questions
Monday, April 20, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 1 – Top Notch Resume
Wednesday, April 22, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Resume Writing Workshop 2 – Cover Letters and More
Friday, April 24, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Planning Your Job Search – Path to Employment
Monday, April 27, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Networking – Best (fastest) way to find a job
Wednesday, April 29, 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Acing the Interview 1 – Preparing for the Interview

To attend virtually or in person, fill out an information/registration form. Once completed, email it to shiela.gaa@dol.nj.gov by the Wednesday before the scheduled workshop, or for more information or assistance, call 908-704-3000.

Hunterdon County Disability Services Expo
2026-04-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Hunterdon County Complex, 314 State Route 12, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States
The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council is presenting a Disability Services Expo from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at Hunterdon County’s Route 12 Complex, 314 Route 12, Flemington.
Community members are invited to learn about the many programs and agencies that provide services and support individuals with disabilities
For questions or if you are a community member needing accommodations, call Kevin at 908-788-1361.
Agencies interested in reserving a table at this free event may contact the Hunterdon County Division of Senior, Disabilities and Veterans Services at 908-788-1359.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Networking
2026-04-13 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

PSGCNJ Virtual Career Workshop: Job Search In AI-Influenced World
2026-04-13 10:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
The Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ) will host digital marketing executive Glenn Pasch, who will present “Job Search In The Post-COVID, AI-Influenced World” at 10 a.m. Monday, April 13. The workshop is designed to help job seekers navigate their career.
All PSGCNJ members, guests, and speakers must pre-register for each general meeting by 11 p.m. EST the Friday before Monday’s presentation.
To register for the virtual event: click the link.
PSGCNJ is the nation’s first employment community that helps unemployed and underemployed college-educated professionals land their next job. Members volunteer their time and talent to operate the 501(c)3 nonprofit.

Statewide Summit: Making NJ the Workforce State
2026-04-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Pines Manor, 2085 Lincoln Highway, Edison, NJ, 08817, United States
State, education, industry, community, and student leaders are invited to a NJ Workforce Summit to brainstorm recommendations to inform the state’s future workforce strategy and workforce development priorities.
This event, presented by Focus NJ and powered by NJBIA, will be presented at the Pines Manor, 2085 Lincoln Hwy., Edison, on Wednesday, April 29, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Presentations and panels will explore the continuum and articulation of offerings, opportunities, and challenges from early childhood to adult education. The focus will be on policy alignment, education-to-career pathways, and cross-sector collaboration. The discussion is designed to ensure learners of all ages will be equipped to meet the state’s workforce needs today and into the future.
The cost to attend the event is $99.00 for NJBIA members and $129.00 for non-members.
For more information, email events@njbia.org.
For the list of speakers, the agenda and registration link, go here.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Acing the Interview 1
2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

Carrier Clinic In-Person Hiring Event
2026-04-15 12:00 - 15:00 | Hackensack Meridian Carrier Clinic, 252 County Road 601, Belle Mead, NJ, 08502, United States
Hackensack Meridian Health’s Carrier Clinic at 252 County Road 601, Belle Mead, is hosting a Food and Housekeeping Hiring Event from to 12 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Positions include Environmental Service Aide, Food Service Associate, and Cater to You Associate. Appropriate dress is required, and attendees should bring a copy of their resume. Hackensack Meridian benefits also will be reviewed.
To register, use the QR code in this flyer.
For more information on available Hackensack Meridian positions, go here.

Business Virtual Briefing: Merck Journeys: From hands-on skills to impactful careers
2026-04-16 12:00 - 13:15 | Virtual Event
Raritan Valley Community is presenting a virtual briefing, “Merck Journeys: From hands-on skills to impactful careers,” from 12 to 1:15 p.m. Thursday, April 16.
This event is designed for professionals ready to launch or advance technical careers. Participants will hear about opportunities at Merck’s new FLEx Center, a next‑generation sterile development hub offering hands‑on roles in clinical‑stage manufacturing, and learn how cross‑functional collaboration with scientists, engineers, and quality specialists drives rapid innovation.
The event also will highlight how Raritan Valley Community College courses directly align with the technical, regulatory, and operational skills Merck looks for, making them a way to build industry‑ready experience.
To register for the virtual briefing, go here.

Matheny Medical & Educational Center Career Expo
2026-04-16 15:00 - 19:00 | Matheny, 65 Highland Ave., Peapack, NJ, 07977, United States
Matheny Medical & Educational Center is hosting a Career Expo from 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 16, at its headquarters at 65 Highland Ave., Peapack-Gladstone.
Attendees can have on-the-spot interviews and take part in a meet and greet with organizational leadership.
Matheny is a special hospital for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. Matheny’s mission is to provide exceptional care and an optimal quality of life for children and adults with special needs and medically complex developmental disabilities. Founded by Walter and Marquerite Matheny in 1951, the Matheny of today is a pioneer in providing fully integrated, personalized care and education that respects each person’s dignity and encourages their highest potential.
Job positions available include: Nurses (RNs/LPNs), Direct Support Professionals, Housekeeping Aide, Physical Therapist, Respiratory Therapist, and School Paraprofessionals.
To register, go to http://www.matheny.org/careers or use the QR code in this flyer.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Acing the Interview 2
2026-04-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

Employers Wanted for Franklin Youth Center Resource Fair
2026-04-18 09:00 - 13:00 | Franklin Youth Center, 429 Lewis St., Somerset, NJ, 08873, United States
The Franklin Township Youth Center will present a free Youth Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, April 18, at the Youth Center at 429 Lewis St.
Employers hiring for the summer are invited to register for the event by Friday, April 3.
To participate, employers must be located in or within 15 miles of Franklin Township and offer a paid part-time or full-time summer position. Participants also must send a representative to interview candidates in person on April 18 or provide instructions on how and when participants can apply for openings.
For details, call Joseph Jankowski at 732-873-7292 or email Joseph.Jankowski@FranklinNJ.Gov.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Top Notch Resume 1
2026-04-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

PSGCNJ Virtual Career Workshop: Communication With Impact in the Workplace
2026-04-20 10:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
The Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ) will host human resources executive Gail Tilstra, who will present “Communication with Impact in Workplace” at 10 a.m. Monday, April 20. The workshop is designed to help job seekers navigate their career.
All PSGCNJ members, guests, and speakers must pre-register for each general meeting by 11 p.m. EST the Friday before Monday’s presentation.
To register for the virtual event: click the link.
PSGCNJ is the nation’s first employment community that helps unemployed and underemployed college-educated professionals land their next job. Members volunteer their time and talent to operate the 501(c)3 nonprofit.

Victory Home Remodeling Hiring Event
2026-04-21 12:30 - 13:30 | Raritan Valley Community College Workforce Training Center, 118 Lamington Rd, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
Victory Home Remodeling is hosting a Hiring Event from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, in Room 215 of Raritan Valley Community College’s Workforce Training Center, Lamington Road, Branchburg.
Attendees are asked to bring their resumes and questions.
The fast-growing company offers a comprehensive medical plan, a 401 savings plan, paid vacation and a $70,000 to $90,000 first-year salary range for entry level sales professionals (base plus commission/bonuses).
To register, use the QR code in this flyer.

Jersey Job Club Workshop: Top Notch Resume 2
2026-04-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, Somerville, and virtual (hybrid event), 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

Build Your Next Career Series with the Bernards Library: What Your Job Search Strategy is Telling You
2026-04-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Event
The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, serving Hunterdon and Somerset counties, connects community members to a host of free local and national services designed to support job seekers and get them on a lifelong successful career pathway.
Learn more during three, one-hour virtual workshops for a Build Your Next Career: Job Resource Series. The days and topics are:

February 18, 11 a.m.: Introduction to the GRWDB services and local programming
March 18, 7 p.m.: National career services that can be used for any job search
April 22, 11 a.m.: What your job search strategy is telling you!

This series is co-hosted by the Bernards Township Library and registration is required. To register, go to the Events Calendar of www.bernardslibrary.org and click on any of the dates for the three-part series or call 908-204-3031, Ext. 4.
For more information about the series and the GRWDB, visit www.thegrwdb.org.

Virtual Career Workshop: Future Forward at Every Age
2026-04-22 11:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
To help prepare for the event, attendees are invited to Future Forward at Every Age, a virtual workshop, running from 11 a.m.to 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, April 22.
The event, hosted by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, will be presented by Anthony Sharp Jr., a Workforce Development
Professional, national Workshop Leader, and Certified Digital Career Strategist.
Whether you’re re-entering the workforce, changing careers, or navigating a transition, this interactive workshop is designed to help participants leverage their experience, sharpen their professional message, and use modern tools to move forward with confidence.
Participants will:

Learn how to position their experience as a powerful asset that employers value.
Create an introduction that communicates their experience and value in under 30 seconds.
Leave with strategies, modern career tools (including AI), and renewed confidence to navigate today’s job market.

This workshop is presented in conjunction with a quarterly multi-employer Greater Raritan One-Stop Experienced Talent Recruitment Event running from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce in Flemington. While this workshop is connected to the recruitment event, it is open to all interested job seekers, and registration is required. To register, go to https://bit.ly/4beopgi or by using the QR code in this flyer.
For questions about either the April 22 workshop or April 30 event, email info@thegrwdb.org. or call 908-541-5790.

Raritan Valley Community College Adult Learning Experience Information Session
2026-04-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Raritan Valley Community College Event Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
Adult learners ages 25 and older who are interested in starting college for the first time, returning to school to finish a degree, exploring a new career path, seeking professional development, or improving their English are invited to attend Raritan Valley Community College’s Adult Learning Experience Information Session, Wednesday, April 22, from 6-8 p.m. The program will be conducted in the Atrium at the College’s Branchburg campus.
The event will include information about academic and certificate programs, applying to Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC), learning options and support services tailored for non-traditional students, paying for college, and navigating financial aid resources.
Veterans are also encouraged to attend the Information Session to learn about how they can use their education benefits to enroll at RVCC. The Manager of International and Veteran Services will be available to answer prospective students’ questions.
To assist students juggling work, family, and other responsibilities, RVCC offers 14-week (full-term), 12-week, 10-week, and 7-week (for some programs) semesters to provide learners of all ages with a more convenient academic schedule. Adult students may enroll in career training, certificate, or degree programs at RVCC.
Some programs that may be of special interest to adult students include:

Advanced Manufacturing (includes OSHA 10 and NIMS certification)
Business Administration – Associate of Science
Business Management – Associate of Applied Science
Electrocardiograph (ECG) Technician – Certificate
English as a Second Language
Fitness Specialist – Certificate
Medical Assistant – Certificate
Nursing/RN – Associate of Applied Science
Occupational Therapy Assistant – Associated of Applied Science
Paralegal Studies – Associate of Applied Science or Certificate
Supply Chain Management – Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, or Certificate
Welding – Certificate

In addition, RVCC offers a number of online degrees and certificate programs. To learn more about online programs, visit Online Courses & Programs | Raritan Valley Community College, NJ or https://www.raritanval.edu/career-training/career-training-programs.
To register for an Information Session, go to http://www.raritanval.edu/visit. For additional information, email adultlearning@raritanval.edu or contact Michelle Amparbin, Coordinator of the Adult Learning Experience, at 908-526-1200, ext. 8338. To learn more, visit http://www.raritanval.edu/admissions-information/adult-learners.

New Jersey Department of Corrections Career Fair at Perth Amboy One-Stop
2026-04-23 10:00 - 13:30 | Perth Ambnoy One-Stop Career Center, 161 New Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ, 08861, United States
As part of a statewide series of recruiting events, the New Jersey Department of Corrections is hosting a Career Fair at the Perth Amboy County One- Stop Career Center, 161 New Brunswick Ave., 3rd Floor, Perth Amboy, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 23.
The event is designed for those considering a career in Corrections. Representatives will offer insight and resources for becoming a member of the largest law enforcement agency in New Jersey.
To attend, register at https://forms.office.com/g/bEj2g6PDPm
or use the QR code in this flyer.
For information on recruiting events, visit JoinNJDOC.gov/calendar.

Rutgers Spring Career and Internship Fair
2026-04-24 11:30 - 15:30 | NJ
The Office of Career Exploration and Success at Rutgers University will presents its Spring Career & Internship Fair from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, April 24, at Jersey Mike’s Arena, 83 Rockafeller Ave., Piscataway.
This in-person event is open to employers with full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities from a variety of fields. Job seekers from Rutgers University’s (New Brunswick, Camden, Newark, and RBHS) student and alumni population in all academic disciplines, as well as the general public, are invited to attend. Organizers expect up to 150 employers to attend and up to 1,500 career seekers to participate.
Go to careers.rutgers.edu/fair for details. This page includes a tab for the list of participating employers as well as the separate registration pages for employers and job seekers. Employers who register by March 27 will get a $100 savings in the table pricing and employers may sign up through April 10. There is no charge for job seekers to attend the event.

Somerset County Aging and Disability Expo
2026-04-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Somerset County Senior Wellness Center, 876 E. Main St., Bridgewater, NJ, 08807, United States
The Somerset County Aging and Disability Expo will be conducted from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 25, at Bridgewater Senior Wellness Center 876 East Main St., Bridgewater NJ 08807.
The event will include educational discussions, interactive demonstrations, and preventative healthcare screenings aiming to provide essential tools to help older adults (60+) and individuals with physical disabilities (18+) and caregivers connect to local resources. Transportation can be provided upon request.
Attendees can register here.
Vendor registration is available here.
There is no fee for vendors or attendees to take part in the county-sponsored event.

PSGCNJ Virtual Career Workshop: Networking Gone Wrong
2026-04-27 10:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
The Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ) will host career coach Ed Samuel, who will present “Networking Gone Wrong” at 10 a.m. Monday, April 27. The workshop is designed to help job seekers navigate their career.
All PSGCNJ members, guests, and speakers must pre-register for each general meeting by 11 p.m. EST the Friday before Monday’s presentation.
To register for the virtual event: click the link.
PSGCNJ is the nation’s first employment community that helps unemployed and underemployed college-educated professionals land their next job. Members volunteer their time and talent to operate the 501(c)3 nonprofit.
