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Work Adjustment Trainings
Get paid to train during our 3-month work adjustment internships. Receive hands-on training in real worksites while you build new skills, and strengthen your soft skills, all while building your resume and your confidence. Our compassionate job coaches will supervise and offer you support as you learn.
Our Worksites
DKA started Archive Advantage in 2000 to help clients with computer skills digitize outdated media and data.
Since then, we've scanned and archived thousands of files for banks, medical offices, law enforcement, and various businesses and individuals. We also convert photos, videos, 8mm film, vinyl records, and more into digital formats.
At Archive Advantage, you'll learn to use computers and scanning equipment to digitize files while maintaining production schedules and ensuring customer satisfaction.
DKA owns and operates a Pak Mail Franchise, offering a comprehensive learning experience in packaging and shipping.
Here, you will acquire the skills needed to create custom boxes and crates tailored to a wide range of items including medical equipment, fine art, antiques, motorcycles, gems, sculptures, furniture, or any other item.
At Pak Mail, you'll gain hands-on experience in handling diverse shipping needs, ensuring that every item reaches its destination securely and on time.
DK Advocates Receptionist Training
DKA's busy front desk is a great place to learn how to work in an office setting. You will gain experience in managing the many tasks required of an office receptionist including answering multiline phones, greeting customers, and using office equipment such as postage meters, copy/fax machines, and shredders. Our trainees are also given the opportunity to improve their computer skills through typing tutorials, use of Microsoft Office calendars, email, and Excel spreadsheets.
DK Advocates and Pak Mail Janitorial Training
Looking to kickstart your career in janitorial work? Look no further! At both our Pak Mail business and DKA offices, we offer comprehensive training in effective cleaning methods, proper chemical usage, sanitation protocols, and essential soft skills crucial for today's competitive job market. Gain hands-on experience, understand the needs of businesses, and enhance your resume for a rewarding future in custodial services.
Merchandising Associate Training
As a trainee in our Men's Closet program, you'll gain essential merchandising management skills while working in a community clothing closet that offers free clothing to those in need. You will learn to receive and track donations, sort and clean used clothing, shelve and organize items to ensure accessibility, provide excellent customer service, and maintain inventory control. This hands-on experience will help you develop practical skills in a real-world setting dedicated to serving the community.