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Workforce Development Week

October 21 @ 8:00 am October 25 @ 2:30 pm

Join Forsyth County organizations and businesses in recognizing Workforce Development Week! Take part in the many events and activities happening this week: 

Tuesday, October 22

World of Work – LJVM Coliseum

As a part of our career-ready range of programs, Greater Winston-Salem Inc. hosts the World of Work – a career exploration field trip for WS/FCS 8th and 10th graders. Showcase your company and industry as a participating employer. World of Work is presented by Forsyth County.

Job Seeker Preparation Sessions – Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC & NC Works Career Center

10:00 am – 11:00 am Resume Workshop
11:05 am – 12:05 pm Interview Preparation
12:10 pm – 1:00 pm LinkedIn for Beginners
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Resume Workshop
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Interview Preparation

Wednesday, October 23

World of Work – LJVM Coliseum

As a part of our career-ready range of programs, Greater Winston-Salem Inc. hosts the World of Work – a career exploration field trip for WS/FCS 8th and 10th graders. Showcase your company and industry as a participating employer. World of Work is presented by Forsyth County.

Community Career Fair – Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC & NC Works Career Center

A multi-employer job fair open to the community. Participating Employers:

  • Salem Sports Events
  • PalletOne
  • Novant
  • Forsyth County
  • Grass America
  • UNIFI
  • Garner Foods
  • Ashley Furniture
  • Cariing Hands
  • Wake Forest University
  • Goodwill
  • City of Winston-Salem

Thursday, October 24

Women of Manufacturing – Forsyth Tech

In celebration of Manufacturing Month, Forsyth Tech is proud to host the “Women of Manufacturing” conference. This one-day event aims to empower and inspire women in the manufacturing industry by providing a platform to share experiences, build skills, and explore career opportunities.

Friday, October 25

#ForsythWorksNC Social Media Show Off

As part of Workforce Development Week, we are encouraging Forsyth County residents to post pictures of their work or educational activities using hashtag #ForysthWorksNC!