Career Ventures
Ohlone College Career Ventures
Powered by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) & Alameda County Workforce Development Board.
Enrolled students and community members may qualify for financial assistance towards training, work-based learning, internships, on-the-job training, and receive 1-on-1 assistance with a Career Advisor.
Who is eligible?
Designed to strengthen and improve our workforce and help get students and the community into high-quality jobs and careers.
To be eligible for the program individuals must be 18 years or older and will need to provide;
- Proof of residence in Alameda County (not including Oakland)
- Proof of Right-to-Work
- Proof of Social Security number
- Proof of Unemployment Insurance (if applicable)
- Proof of Selective Service registration or exemption (if you are a male)
1. Application
Download & print the application or you may pick up the application at the Ohlone College Tri-Cities Career Center, located in room 1211 on the Newark campus.
2. Submit Application & Documents
You may submit your Career Ventures application with your documentation at the Tri-Cities Career Center in Room 1211 on the Newark campus during operating hours. Staff will be able to assist you with the application and answer any questions or concerns you may have.
3. Register for CalJOBS
In order for staff to process your Career Ventures application, you will need to have a profile on CalJOBS. No profile? No problem. You may create a profile online.
1. Career Link
Students have access to Career Link by utilizing their Ohlone webadvisor username and password. Community members will need to register.
2. Request an Appointment
Login to Career Link and request an appointment with a Career Advisor to discuss job & internships opportunities, resume development, interviewing, etc. You may need to update your profile before the system will allow you to request an appointment.
You may also attend Drop-in Sessions, which are held throughout the week and do not require an appointment. Review our calendar for our drop-in schedule.