Employment Resources
We've compiled a comprehensive directory to help job seekers find resources and connect with opportunities in our region. It features listings for local employers, job boards, training programs, and career development services.
Whether you’re entering the workforce, changing careers, or seeking to advance your skills, this guide provides the tools to find meaningful employment in our region.
job boards & resources
Primary Job Boards
- Valley News – Job openings posted by businesses in the Upper Valley
- Upper Valley Business Alliance – Available positions across a variety of fields in the Upper Valley
- Vermont JobLink – Job board that helps find jobs, build resumes, or locate training programs in Vermont
- Vermont State Jobs – Sort municipal and state job listings by industry, location, and keywords
- SevenDays Jobs – Job board serving the state of Vermont
Additional Resources
- VTPoC Board – Job board maintained by The Vermont Professionals of Color Network
- Vermont's Most Promising Jobs – Jobs projected to pay a median wage above $30 per hour with at least 300 openings in the state
- Regional Help Wanted – Upper Valley job listings
- Upper Valley Employment Opportunities (Facebook Group) – Local businesses post job openings
- Upper Valley Help Wanted (Facebook Group) – Local job postings
Major Local Employers
These are some of the region's biggest employers; many have ongoing openings.
- VA Medical Center – Hospital & medical research center
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center – Hospital & medical research center
- Dartmouth College – Academic/research institution
- Hypertherm – Plasma technology
- Geokon – Medical technology & innovation
- Creare – Engineering, technology, & product development
- NolatoGW – Medical technology & innovation
- Fujifilm – Camera & film corporation
VT DEPARTMENT OF LABOR SERVICES
The Vermont Department of Labor provides free resources to help you find employment, develop skills, and access support services.
Job Centers
For a list of job centers in Vermont, check out this list curated by the Vermont Department of Labor.
Workshops & Events
Resume building, interview preparation, local job fairs, and more through the Vermont Department of Labor's Workshops.
Apprenticeships
The Registered Apprenticeship Program provides individuals with hands-on experience and on-the-job training in an industry of their choosing.
Refugee & Immigrant Support
Vermont's Refugee and Immigrant Employment Support provides free employment resources (resume development, training programs, job search assistance) and other supports (transportation, new certifications, health/medical exams, translation services).
General Site
Visit Vermont Employment Services, Department of Labor for comprehensive workforce development resources.
TRAINING & CAREER CHANGE
Teacher & Adult Ed. Programs
- Upper Valley Educators Institute (UVEI) – Prepares educators for leadership roles in schools
- Osher Lifelong Learning Institute – Educational programs for adults at Dartmouth
- Vermont Adult Learning – Tutoring (basic reading, writing, math), GED preparation, English as a second language, bridge to college, and life skills programs
Career & Technical Training
- Hartford Area Career and Technology Center – Hands-on training in manufacturing, construction, agriculture, transportation, business, and health career sectors
- River Valley Technical Center – Day and night courses in industrial trades, culinary arts, carpentry, business management
- NH Works Office – Education and training resources at no or minimal cost
- Vermont Technical College – Programs in electrical and plumbing apprenticeship, manufacturing, healthcare (now part of Vermont State University)
Higher Education
- Dartmouth College - The Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies offers masters and doctoral degrees across a broad range of programs.
- Community College of Vermont – Affordable and flexible higher education to Vermonters
- River Valley Community College – Small, rural community college in Claremont; only institution in NH offering Allied Health and Health Science programs.
Employer Sponsored Training
- Dartmouth Health Career Institute (DHCI) – Programs for Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Nurse Assistant, and more!
- Hypertherm Technical Training Institute (HTTI) – Nine weeks of paid training for machine operators; graduates receive 22.5 college credits and begin work at Hypertherm manufacturing facilities.
Networking
Build professional connections and expand your career opportunities through these local organizations and events.
- Upper Valley Young Professionals – Helps young adults make connections & expand their networks
- The Vermont Professionals of Color Network – Helps BIPOC community members succeed professionally
- Cultivator – Supports innovation and entrepreneurship in the Randolph Area
- Upper Valley Career Network – Connect with area recruiters and network to find a career in the Upper Valley
- Meet Up Upper Valley – Paint-and-sip nights, hands-on workshops, hiking trips, and seasonal bus tours to NYC that foster meaningful connections while supporting local businesses
- Upper Valley Business Alliance Programs and Events – Many programs and events targeted at invigorating the economic well-being of the Upper Valley
Childcare and Family Support
Infant–Preschool Programs
- Treehouse Children's School (Norwich) – 2-5 day program serving ages 6 weeks-6 years; after-school care for Kindergarten-6th Grade
- Children's Center of the Upper Valley – Ages 6 weeks-kindergarten, 6:30am-6pm Mon-Fri
- Creative Spirit Children's Center – Ages 6 weeks to 12 years; Infant, Toddler, Preschool, after-school and Summer Seeker programs
Preschool & Pre-K Programs
- Hanover Nursery School – Programs Sept-Jun for ages 3-5
- Hartland Cooperative Nursery School – Ages 3 & 4 year olds (2 day program for 3-year-olds; 3 day program for 4-year-olds) serving Windsor and Sullivan County families
- Lyme Nursery School – Bears program for 3 year olds; Lion's program for 4 year olds
- Woodstock Nursery School – Programs for 3 and 4 year olds fostering positive attitudes, good relationships, social behavior, and self-discipline
