Career Connect Martin

Heyyyy, check this out!!!! Christian is a young man that was referred to Career Connect from our very own Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County. He successfully completed their electrical apprenticeship program and was seeking out a career opportunity in the electrical field where he could grow. With a few coaching sessions, review of his DISC profile and discussion of his skills, he was matched with one of our Career Connect employers and supporters, Bismark Electric. Bill's staff took him and trained him with some great hands on skills. Bill's report "Christian is a rockstar". We are happy to report he was hired on full time with Bismark. We look forward to continuing to watch him grow in this career.

Finding the right employees shouldn’t feel like throwing darts in the dark. 🎯

That’s where CareerConnect Martin comes in. We help connect local employers with job seekers who are prepared, motivated, and ready to contribute from day one. From workforce training and career development to employer partnerships and community resources, CareerConnect Martin is helping strengthen the future workforce right here in Martin County.
Whether you’re hiring for your growing business or searching for your next opportunity, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Connect smarter. Hire locally. Build stronger.

Learn more at CareerConnectMartin.org

We're so excited to share yet another success story with Career Connect. Ari had been out of the workforce for years while caring for her son. She came to Career Connect to reengage and get ready to reenter the workforce. After updating her resume, increasing her confidence with interviews and understanding her DISC profile, she was matched with one of our great local employers, Mccarthy & Summers for trial employment. Through trial, she gained many administrative skills and has become a great asset to their team. Thanks to Audra and her team for supporting Career Connect.

You got the interview… now what? 👀

Landing the interview is a huge step — but the little things you do next can be the difference between “thanks for applying” and “when can you start?”

At Career Connect Martin, we help job seekers build confidence beyond the resume. From interview preparation and career coaching to training opportunities and employer connections, our goal is to help Martin County residents create real pathways toward long-term career growth and higher earnings.

This graphic says it best:
✅ Show up early — professionalism still matters
✅ Tell stories, not just answers — employers remember impact
✅ Research the company — preparation shows initiative
✅ Bring thoughtful questions — interviews go both ways
✅ Follow up after — because details matter

Career Connect Martin works with local employers and job seekers to bridge the gap between opportunity and preparation through concierge-style support, training programs, career exploration, and workforce development resources.
Small details = big offers. 💼✨

Drinks & Pickleball Brings High-Energy Fun to Jensen Beach—All for a Great Cause!

Get ready to serve, sip, and support! The Martin Chamber Foundation invites the community to rally for a night of action-packed fun at D***s, Drinks & Pickleball, a lively indoor tournament benefiting the Career Connect Martin program.

Taking place on Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Diadem Jensen Beach, this one-of-a-kind fundraiser blends friendly competition with a party atmosphere—complete with music, costumes, and community spirit.

A Tournament Like No OtherWhether you're a seasoned player or just learning the game, all skill levels are welcome in this high-energy, round-robin format. Teams of two will compete in fast-paced, timed matches, rotating opponents each round for maximum play and excitement. The top teams will advance to a playoff showdown to crown the ultimate champions.

Thanks for coming!

Your resume isn’t getting ignored… it’s getting skipped. 👀

And most of the time, it comes down to a few fixable mistakes:
➡️ Too long — recruiters are often scanning
➡️ Generic objective — if it could apply to anyone, it applies to no one
➡️ No measurable results — numbers = credibility
➡️ Outdated formatting — first impressions matter
➡️ Missing keywords — often times; if the system can’t read it, no one will

Your resume is your first interview… and it has about 6–10 seconds to make the cut.

That’s where Career Connect Martin comes in.
Career Connect Martin is a local workforce initiative designed to connect jobseekers with real opportunities and employers in Martin County—while helping you build the skills, confidence, and tools to get hired.

Whether you’re starting fresh, changing careers, or just not getting callbacks—we help bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be.
✨ Jobseekers: Get prepared, get noticed, get hired
✨ Employers: Find qualified, work-ready talent right here in our community
Ready to stop getting skipped?
Start with a resume that works.

👉 CareerConnectMartin.org

We'd like to say Thank You, in a big big way to our N.E.W. Day Sponsors!
Treasure Coast Infrastructure
Bismark Electric
Evergreen Private Care
Chapman School of Seamanship
Business Development Board of Martin County
Reverse the Door Inc.

CareerConnect Martin will host quarterly N.E.W. (Neighborhood Employment Workshops) Day events across Martin County in 2026 and invites your organization to support this initiative. N.E.W. Day is a free, 3-hour interactive workshop that helps job seekers build essential skills and better understand how to enter the local workforce, leaving them more prepared to take the next steps toward success—and strengthen our overall economy.

Career Connect Martin