Events
Events are hosted online, at career centers, at SDWP headquarters or at partner locations. Use the filters to narrow event results to best suit your needs. For example, employer events are for businesses and employers, hiring events refer to job fairs and career expos, and job seeker events include trainings, workshops, networking events and more.
A comprehensive course to help set a direction for your career.
- Connecting Interests with Careers (Recommended to take first)
- Online Career Exploration
- San Diego’s Priority Sectors & Priority Jobs
- Essential Skills for Workplace Success
- Job Quality
- Planning Career Pathways (Recommended to take last)
Workshops that teach the “how-to” of getting a job.
A comprehensive course to help set a direction for your career.
- Connecting Interests with Careers (Recommended to take first)
- Online Career Exploration
- San Diego’s Priority Sectors & Priority Jobs
- Essential Skills for Workplace Success
- Job Quality
- Planning Career Pathways (Recommended to take last)
Workshops that teach the “how-to” of getting a job.
Other than our events and workshops, the SDWP career centers are closed the last Thursday of every month. Our Metro and South Bay locations remain open, but you will not be able to access services from the San Diego Workforce Partnership.
Featured
Job Quality—Evaluating Wages, Benefits and Opportunities (virtual workshop)
This course will explore questions like: What does it mean to have a quality job? How does that differ for each person and how can it change over the course of your life?
Job Interview Preparation (virtual workshop)
Interviews are where preparation and opportunity meet. Gain confidence by knowing how to communicate your value effectively and identify potential gains and pitfalls when answering different types of interview questions.
Cover Letter (virtual workshop)
Explore the steps to create impressive and attention-getting cover letters that employers want to read!
Economic Roundtable 2026
Building Solutions: How Policy, Funding and Opportunity Shape San Diego’s Economy Now in its 42nd year, the Economic Roundtable brings together regional leaders, economists, and workforce experts to explore how national and state-level economic and policy shifts are shaping San
Intro to Virtual Video Interviews Workshop (in-person – METRO)
Does the thought of a virtual interview make you nervous? Come join us in person for this free, in-person workshop designed to turn your webcam into a tool for success. Come learn about common platforms like Zoom, Teams to review best practices ranging from technical
Online Career Exploration (virtual workshop)
Explore online tools like Career Coach that can help you learn more about careers you may be interested in—including those you may have never heard of before.
Essential Skills for Workplace Success (virtual workshop)
Learn what the employer-driven essential skills are, practice them and get introduced to a tool to keep them front of mind.
Job Interview Preparation (in-Person – Oceanside)
Interviews are where preparation and opportunity meet. Gain confidence by knowing how to communicate your value effectively and identify potential gains and pitfalls when answering different types of interview questions.
Learning Drop-in Hour (in-person – Oceanside)
Drop-in hours are only for customers who have attended at least one of our workshops. Please be prepared to wait, and remember to bring a hard copy of your resume and/or a job posting you're interested in.
Bilingual/Bilingüe: Intro to Email / Introducción a el uso del correo electrónico (in-person/presencial – Chula Vista)
Introducción a el uso del correo electrónico Acompáñenos a un taller donde se enfoca en desarrollar habilidades sólidas de comunicación profesional por correo electrónico. Los temas incluyen: Componentes clave de un correo electrónico profesional. Estrategias para agilizar la escritura mediante
Resume Building Workshop (In-person – Metro)
Learn how to build professional, attention-grabbing resumes from the employer’s perspective. Apply expert principles to present your value and showcase key skills by using examples of results and accomplishments.
Aprende cómo construir currículums profesionales y llamativos desde la perspectiva del empleador. Aplica principios expertos para presentar tu valor y destacar habilidades clave mediante ejemplos de resultados y logros.
Smartphones to Computers Basics Workshop (in-person – Metro)
From Smartphones to Computers Do you find it difficult to switch from using your smartphone to using a computer? Join us for this hands-on workshop, “From Smartphones to Computers,” where you will learn helpful tips for making the transition from
Resume Building (virtual workshop)
Learn how to build professional, attention-grabbing resumes from the employer’s perspective. Apply expert principles to present your value and showcase key skills by using examples of results and accomplishments.
AI and Your Job Search (virtual workshop)
Join this interactive workshop to explore how AI can enhance — not replace — your résumé and cover letter writing process. Learn how to use tools like ChatGPT to refine your draft while keeping your voice and value front and
Cover Letter Building (in-person workshop – El Cajon)
Explore the steps to create impressive and attention-getting cover letters that employers want to read! Then learn to distinguish yourself by sending a "thank you" letter that will give you a competitive edge in the hiring process.
Learning Drop-in Hour (in-person – El Cajon)
The drop-in hours are for customers who have attended at least one of our workshops. Please be prepared to wait, and remember to bring a hard copy of your resume and/or a job posting you're interested in.
Bilingual/Bilingüe (English/Spanish) Job Interview Preparation (In-Person – Chula Vista)
Interviews are where preparation and opportunity meet. Gain confidence by knowing how to communicate your value effectively and identify potential gains and pitfalls when answering different types of interview questions.
Bilingual/Bilingüe: Intro to Google Workspace / Introducción a Google Workspace (in-person/presencial – Chula Vista)
Introducción a Google Workspace ¿Quiere aprender sobre todas las herramientas que trae una cuenta de Google? Esta clase brinda una introducción general de las aplicaciones de Google Workspace incluidas con una cuenta de Google. Los temas incluyen: Las herramientas de
Microsoft Excel Basics Workshop (in-person – METRO)
Are you struggling with your computer skills or need a refresher course? We’ve got you covered! Come join us in person to learn the basics of Microsoft Excel. You’ll learn: how to move around in Excel how to make simple lists and
Connecting Interests with Careers Workshop (virtual)
Engage with materials and participants as you explore your interests and learn to use them to recognize fulfilling career opportunities. Learn the language of the RIASEC framework, which can give you insights into careers you may not know much about.
Salary Negotiation Workshop (virtual)
Knowing how to negotiate salary offers is a valuable skill that can increase your earning potential throughout your career. Learn how to research salary ranges, ask for compensation packages and ensure you are being paid what you are worth.
Resume Building Workshop (in-person – El Cajon)
Learn how to build professional, attention-grabbing resumes from the employer’s perspective. Apply expert principles to present your value and showcase key skills by using examples of results and accomplishments.
Aprende cómo construir currículums profesionales y llamativos desde la perspectiva del empleador. Aplica principios expertos para presentar tu valor y destacar habilidades clave mediante ejemplos de resultados y logros.
Learning Drop-in Hour (in-person – El Cajon)
The drop-in hours are for customers who have attended at least one of our workshops. Please be prepared to wait, and remember to bring a hard copy of your resume and/or a job posting you're interested in.
Resume Building Workshop (in-person – Oceanside)
Learn how to build professional, attention-grabbing resumes from the employer’s perspective. Apply expert principles to present your value and showcase key skills by using examples of results and accomplishments.
Aprende cómo construir currículums profesionales y llamativos desde la perspectiva del empleador. Aplica principios expertos para presentar tu valor y destacar habilidades clave mediante ejemplos de resultados y logros.
Learning Drop-in Hour (in-person – Oceanside)
Drop-in hours are only for customers who have attended at least one of our workshops. Please be prepared to wait, and remember to bring a hard copy of your resume and/or a job posting you're interested in.
Bilingual/Bilingüe: Intro to Microsoft Word / Introducción a Microsoft Word (in-person/presencial – Chula Vista)
Introducción a Microsoft Word ¿Estas luchando con los conceptos básicos de informática y el uso de Microsoft Word, o simplemente necesitas un repaso rápido? ¡Estamos aquí para ayudarte! Únete a nuestro taller para aprender: Microsoft Word: aprende a escribir cartas
Bilingual/Bilingüe (English/Spanish) Job Interview Preparation Workshop (in-person – Metro)
Interviews are where preparation and opportunity meet. Gain confidence by knowing how to communicate your value effectively and identify potential gains and pitfalls when answering different types of interview questions.
Microsoft Word & File Management Basics Workshop (in-person – METRO)
Are you struggling with your computer skills or need a refresher course? We’ve got you covered! Come join us in person for a Microsoft Word & File Management Basics Workshop to learn how to use Microsoft Word and keep your files neat and
How to Get the Most Out of a Job Fair Workshop (Virtual)
Come learn how to get the most out of a job fair today by learning tips to maximize the experience.
Essential Skills for Workplace Success Workshop (virtual)
Learn what the employer-driven essential skills are, practice them and get introduced to a tool to keep them front of mind.
Resume Building Workshop (virtual)
Learn how to build professional, attention-grabbing resumes from the employer’s perspective. Apply expert principles to present your value and showcase key skills by using examples of results and accomplishments.
Bilingual/Bilingüe: Intro to Google Workspace / Introducción a Google Workspace (in-person/presencial – Chula Vista)
Introducción a Google Workspace ¿Quiere aprender sobre todas las herramientas que trae una cuenta de Google? Esta clase brinda una introducción general de las aplicaciones de Google Workspace incluidas con una cuenta de Google. Los temas incluyen: Las herramientas de
Bilingual/Bilingüe (English/Spanish) Resume Building Workshop (in-person – Metro)
Learn how to build professional, attention-grabbing resumes from the employer’s perspective. Apply expert principles to present your value and showcase key skills by using examples of results and accomplishments.
Aprende cómo construir currículums profesionales y llamativos desde la perspectiva del empleador. Aplica principios expertos para presentar tu valor y destacar habilidades clave mediante ejemplos de resultados y logros.
Microsoft Excel Basics Workshop (in-person – METRO)
Are you struggling with your computer skills or need a refresher course? We’ve got you covered! Come join us in person to learn the basics of Microsoft Excel. You’ll learn: how to move around in Excel how to make simple lists and
Online Career Exploration Workshop (virtual)
Explore online tools like Career Coach that can help you learn more about careers you may be interested in—including those you may have never heard of before.
Bilingual/Bilingüe (English/Spanish) Job Interview Preparation Workshop (in-Person/presencial – El Cajon)
Interviews are where preparation and opportunity meet. Gain confidence by knowing how to communicate your value effectively and identify potential gains and pitfalls when answering different types of interview questions.
Bilingual/Bilingüe (English/Spanish) Cover Letter Building Workshop (in-person – Chula Vista)
Explore the steps to create impressive and attention-getting cover letters that employers want to read! Then learn to distinguish yourself by sending a "thank you" letter that will give you a competitive edge in the hiring process.
Bilingual/Bilingüe (English/Spanish) Resume Building Workshop (In-person – Oceanside)
Learn how to build professional, attention-grabbing resumes from the employer’s perspective. Apply expert principles to present your value and showcase key skills by using examples of results and accomplishments.
Aprende cómo construir currículums profesionales y llamativos desde la perspectiva del empleador. Aplica principios expertos para presentar tu valor y destacar habilidades clave mediante ejemplos de resultados y logros.
Learning Drop-in Hour (in-person – Oceanside)
Drop-in hours are only for customers who have attended at least one of our workshops. Please be prepared to wait, and remember to bring a hard copy of your resume and/or a job posting you're interested in.