Business Details
Your Trusted Employment Partner in the East Bay
EASTBAY Works serves as a public workforce development network dedicated to connecting employers with talent and empowering job seekers. Established through a collaborative partnership of job centers, economic developers, and educational institutions, we provide no-cost services to businesses, job seekers, and youth aged 16-24. Our expertise spans workforce training, career exploration, and business support, with a focus on industries like advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and information technology.We prioritize equitable access, complying with anti-discrimination policies and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Our authority stems from partnerships with regional workforce boards and community colleges, ensuring tailored labor market intelligence and customized training solutions. Trust in our commitment to reducing HR costs for businesses while enhancing career opportunities for individuals through verified programs like WIOA and CalJOBS.
Services
Job Placement
Career Counseling
Workforce Training
Business Consulting
Youth Programs
Resume Services
WIOA Orientation
Labor Market Analysis
Employer Tax Credits
Skills Certification
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of regional workforce development expertise.
- Our network provides free job placement and business consulting services.
- We deliver industry-specific training aligned with labor market demands.
- Our partnerships include community colleges and economic development agencies.
- We ensure compliance with federal and state employment regulations.
What people say
Successful job placement
Youth program impact
Free services
Industry partnerships
Career counseling
Services
Job Placement
Our job placement services connect employers with qualified candidates through resume databases, job fairs, and targeted recruitment. We offer skills assessments and interview preparation for job seekers while providing businesses with screening and referral programs. These services help reduce hiring costs and improve workforce retention for companies across multiple industries.
Workforce Training
Customized training programs address skill gaps for both job seekers and existing employees. We offer incumbent worker training, on-the-job training subsidies, and industry-certified courses in high-demand fields. Businesses benefit from reduced training costs and improved productivity through partnerships with local educational institutions and economic development agencies.
Youth Programs
Our youth initiatives provide career exploration, paid internships, and pre-apprenticeship training for ages 16-24. Services include high school completion support, occupational skills development, and leadership programs. These initiatives prepare young adults for sustainable careers while helping employers build a future-ready workforce through early engagement opportunities.
People
Ramin Rai
Career Services Coordinator
Ramin Rai manages career services at Ohlone College's Tri-Cities Career Center, connecting job seekers with employment resources and workforce development programs.
Questions
What services does EASTBAY Works offer employers?
We provide talent acquisition, workforce training, tax credit assistance, and labor market intelligence to help businesses optimize hiring and workforce development.
Are EASTBAY Works services free?
Yes, our core services including job placement, career counseling, and business consulting are provided at no cost to employers and job seekers.
How can job seekers access training programs?
Job seekers can enroll through local AJCC centers to access WIOA-eligible training programs and skills certification opportunities in high-demand industries.
Does EASTBAY Works serve youth?
We offer youth programs including internships, pre-apprenticeships, and career exploration for ages 16-24 through regional partner organizations.
