Washington County Workforce Development

Welcome to Portland Community College
Washington County Workforce Development

PCC Willow Creek Center * 241 SW Edgeway Drive, Beaverton OR 97006 * Phone 971- 722 - 2713
Directions * Trimet

Whether you are unemployed, underemployed, facing a layoff or you want to redirect your career, we have the resources to assist you in your search for employment.

Scholarship $$ Available! Did you get part way through college and have to quit? Do you need a certification that will make you more competitive in today's job market?

The State Energy Sector partnership fund has scholarship funds to help "finish up"designated degrees or pay for certification. For specific courses please check the flyer

Portland Community College and Washington County Workforce Development work closely with local businesses in the traditional manufacturing industries to create short term training programs for entry level Operator and Technician positions specific to their hiring requirements.Training varies from 7 weeks to 2 terms, and upon completion companies are ready to hire graduates!

Students must first attend an informational orientation and assessment to learn more about the trainings.

Upcoming Event:

  • STEM Youth Recruitment

September 1, 2010 Flyer

WorkSource Portland Metro locations in Washington County:

WorkSource Portland Metro Beaverton/Hillsboro (503-526-2700)

WorkSource Portland Metro Tualatin (503-612-4200).

WorkSource Express Forest Grove (503-747-3395)

Manufacturing Trainings & Educational Services :

  • STEM Youth Orientation :Short term ( 6 months or less) training at Portland Community College. There is scholarship money available through a federally funded STEM grant for Youth ages 18 - 24(under-employed or unemployed) interested in pursuing a career in Accounting, Computer Technology Support Specialist, Machine Manufacturing and Solar Manufacturing. Flyer
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  • Entry-Level High Tech Skills Training for non-native English speakers (ESOL):This 7 week training prepares job seekers to work for circuit board manufacturers or related companies. Level 3 English skills or higher are required. 85% of students are hired after completion. Companies that hire graduates of this program include Vanguard EMS, Inc. and Precision Wire Components.

 

  • Manufacturing Foundations Training: Open to all job seekers interested in machine manufacturing. High school diploma or GED required. This 6 week training is located at the PCC Willow Creek Center. 80% of students are hired after completion. Hiring companies include Precision Wire Components, ClearEdge Power and ViaSystems.

For more information call Madhu Narayan at 971-722-2713.


Equal Opportunity is the Law. Equal opportunity employer/program
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
La Igualdad de Oportunidades de Empleos Es La Ley. Servicios auxilliares disponibles a pedido para minusválidos.

This program is financed in whole or part with funds provided through
Worksystems Inc. from the U.S. Department of Labor.