Welcome to NOVA!
Through its three Job Centers, NOVA provides customer-focused
services to the
job seekers of San Mateo and northern Santa Clara counties. NOVA staff are dedicated to providing
you with the necessary tools to enter or re-enter Silicon
Valley’s unique workforce. Our job is not complete until your job begins.
Your time spent with NOVA will include meeting with experienced career advisors
to discuss your specific needs. In addition, you will have the
opportunity to attend workshops that focus on such
topics
as assessing your career objectives, creating a powerful resumé, learning to network effectively,
and understanding how to negotiate for the best possible employment
situation. And if your skills are out of date, you may have the opportunity to participate in
classroom training at no cost with approved local vendors.
NOVA also provides specialized services to target populations such as veterans, youth, and older
workers. NOVA is an equal opportunity employer/program; auxiliary aids and services are available
upon request to individuals with disabilities. NOVA works closely with local
businesses, educators, and individuals to ensure that our programs provide opportunities that build
the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to address the workforce needs of Silicon Valley.
How to Access Services
① The first step in the process to become a
NOVA Job Center member is to attend
the Power Up Your Job Search and Registration session.
These sessions are offered each weekday in Sunnyvale and twice a week in San Mateo.
Contact us or stop by one of the NOVA Job Centers to sign up
for the next available session. Plan to
arrive 20 minutes prior to the start time to complete paperwork. Late
arrivals will be scheduled for a later date.
Because NOVA is a federally funded program, we must establish proof of
eligibility and of right to work prior to providing you with services. Required
documentation will vary dependent upon your circumstances, but common documents include
driver
license, Social Security card, U.S. passport, or Permanent Resident card.
② Once your registration paperwork is complete, you will meet with a career advisor to begin developing your customized job-search plan. Career advisors can assist you with wherever you are in your job search—whether it is the process of determining your career goal, developing an effective resume, using social media in your job search, strategies for accessing both visible and hidden job leads, targeting companies, preparing for interviews, or negotiating offers.
