HOUSTON (May 19, 2011) – HoustonWorks USA has been awarded more than $120,000 in technological upgrades from the Hewlett-Packard Company (HP) (NYSE: HPQ). Additionally, HP volunteers will hold HP Impact Day from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., today, May 19, 2011 at the HoustonWorks USA Northline Career Center at 4424 North Freeway, Suite A, Houston, TX 77022. HP Impact Day will include mock interviews, resume review and individual career advisement by HP volunteers.
“In this difficult economy, thousands of area residents turn to HoustonWorks USA services to connect to area employers and services,” said Larry V. Green, CEO, HoustonWorks USA. “With this investment from HP, residents will have a significant technological advantage in securing job opportunities.”
HP Impact Days are part of the company’s global social innovation initiative, which facilitates in community investments and volunteering with local organizations throughout the world. HoustonWorks USA is the only local agency receiving assistance from HP. In 2010, more than one million residents utilized HoustonWorks USA services through its nine career centers, job training outreach and combined youth and human services programs.
“HoustonWorks USA and HP are both dedicated to putting customers first in everything they do.” Rick Diaz, HoustonWorks USA Board Member, said. “HP Impact Days will not only place our neighbors first, but prepare them to maximize their impact in the local economy and marketplace.”
About HoustonWorks USA:
Founded in 1984, HoustonWorks USA is the leading provider of services focusing on job placement, continuing education and vocational training. Serving more than 1 million annually, HoustonWorks USA provides job seekers with a variety of workshops including job search techniques, interviewing skills and resume writing, or use of the resource library with Internet access and postings of local, state and national job openings. Training is also available in career fields such as healthcare, business, computers and education. HoustonWorks USA manages several of the largest Workforce Solutions offices in Houston and the surrounding region for the Houston-Galveston Area Council. These offices offer a wide range of services for job seekers as well as employers looking for trained workers. HoustonWorks also provides numerous youth programs including internships, scholarships, summits and summer camps. HoustonWorks is a 501(c) 3, tax-exempt organization. Visit www.houstonworks.org for additional information.
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