Upwardly Global Resources

What This Includes

Skills addressed: Networking, Communication, Interviewing, Job Searching, U.S. Workplace Language, Written Workplace Communication, Cultural Competency, Initiative, Self-Advocacy, Navigating & Using Information

Public career courses

• Free, online, self-paced job-search and skill-building courses to help users develop U.S. job search skills, job interview skills, and English for professional communication

Resource library

• Resources curated from partners and outside agencies to support job seekers
• Resources address networking, resume development, interview skills, credential evaluation, industry-specific advice, cover letters, credentials, and licensing

Career skills program

• Application-based program, free to those who meet the criteria for residency and educational background and are accepted into the program
• Online training courses on five core topics, such as U.S. workplace skills, networking, resumes, job interviews, and cover letters
• One-on-one career coaching
• Upwardly Global professional network of employers and industry experts

JOBVERSITY

• Digital learning portal for job seekers, educators, and coaches to access all courses, resources, job search tools, and coaching in one place

Key Takeaways

• The public career resource courses are developed for immigrant and refugee professionals who can read and write English fluently, navigate a learning management system, and are self-directed in their learning.
• Educators and workforce development service providers can adopt the full JOBVERSITY program model or work with Upwardly Global to create customized career skills programs for a group of job seekers.
• Those who are eligible to enroll in the career skills program complete a professional resume and cover letter, and gain connections to a professional network and improved job search and interview skills.
• Programs can sign up with JOBVERSITY as service providers and enroll eligible students in the career skills program with customized courses and content to meet learner interest and needs.
• Employers, corporations, and businesses can partner with Upwardly Global to connect with Upwardly Global job seekers who meet their job requirements.
• Courses address transferable workplace skills related to communication, networking, U.S. job search process, cultural competence, initiative, advocacy, and professional culture.

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