3. On-the-Job Training: An Overview OJT is an “earn as you learn” training program designed to help you gain employment for which you are not yet fully qualified.
7. What OJT Employers are saying… “OJT [helps us] find the people that have the basic things we’re looking for, but don’t have the skills… go ahead and train them… it’s a win-win for the individual and for us as a company.” Columbia Greene OJTEmployer
8. “[OJT]…allowed me to find a motivated worker that I was able to train and now I have someone who is a very valuable part of my company; it’s a terrific relationship.” OJTEmployer
10. What OJT Trainees are saying… “The [OJT] program did allow me to further my knowledge base in my field and get a great job.” Columbia Greene -OJT Trainee
11. “I was unemployed for a little over a year… I went to the Columbia Greene Workforce Office and they helped me find a job through the OJT program.” Columbia Greene -OJTTrainee
15. Mention that you are OJT eligible in your cover letter and show your personalized OJTletter/card to potential employers The employer contacts the Columbia Greene Workforce representative on your OJTletter/card to discuss the possibility of an OJT contract Workforce staff assess you to assure that there are training objectives/skills to be learned in the new position An employment plan is written for you 15 How can you find your OJT opportunity?
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17. Add a comment about OJT availability in your cover letter and thank you letter
18. Talk about the benefits OJT can provide when you are in the interview