Elkhart, Ind. – Today, Congressman Joe Donnelly hosted a Job Seeker Workshop designed to provide Hoosiers looking for work with an opportunity to learn skills to help them get the job they want.  More than 65 people from north central Indiana attended today’s event at IUSB Elkhart Center to learn how to improve their resumes, enhance their interview skills, and receive information on Donnelly’s 2nd Annual Job Fair in August where they can meet employers who are hiring now.

“I’m pleased that my staff and I could host this event to connect those in north central Indiana looking for work with the experts who can help them with their searches,” Donnelly said. “I am committed to helping Hoosiers find jobs so we can move the economy forward – it’s my first priority in Congress.  I hope that attendees of the workshop will find these skills helpful and can put them to use at my job fair in August.”

Chuck Knebl, communications manager for WorkOne Northern Indiana said, "The workshop is a good opportunity for Hoosiers to gather down-to-earth, practical tips on how to present or market their skills, experience and education in the competition for open jobs.  Marketing yourself is a vital aspect of gaining employment in today's economy."

Attendees listen to a presentation about improving their resumes during the general session of Congressman Donnelly’s Job Seeker Workshop

Video highlights of Donnelly’s Job Seeker Workshop will be available in the coming days on his YouTube page.  The workshop also featured four break-out sessions:
•    Veterans: Re-entering the Job Force After Serving Your Country
•    Finding a Job in Indiana’s Manufacturing Industry
•    Marketing Yourself for a Professional Career
•    Technology and Job Hunting: Tips for Navigating Your Job Search on the Internet

On August 16th, Congressman Donnelly will be hosting his 2nd Annual Job Fair at Indiana University South Bend.  The job fair is free and open to the public.  Businesses interested in participating in Donnelly’s August Job Fair can email Donnelly.JobFair@mail.house.gov for more information.

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