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Job Help at the Library



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The Library has resources to assist you in every aspect of your job search whether it is identifying a career path, preparing a resume, researching companies, analyzing or enhancing your skills, or accesses career research tools online.

We also link to the major job finding sites and related county services for unemployment.

The best way to get started in your online job search using the library is to make sure that you have an email account and a library card. This will give you access to all our online job help tools.

Read Our Job Help Blog

Job Help Center at Main LibraryThe Job Help Center has opened on the first floor of Main Library to help serve the growing needs of job seekers and those in career transition. View video of event. The center includes additional computer labs, reference resources and meeting room facilities to meet increased public demand for job support.

Funding for the Job Help Center has been provided by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Mecklenburg County ABC Board, Phillip L. Van Every Foundation Board, and The Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation.

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Job Related Events/Training at the Library


Selling on eBay: A Beginner's Guide
An overview of selling on eBay, an online auction and shopping website in which people and businesses buy and sell a broad variety of goods and services worldwide. Registration is not required for this event.     Learn More

Resume Writing Class (for adults)
Are you planning to work on a new resume or revamp an old one? If so, learn tips and techniques in this class presented by Grace-Mar Services,Inc.(an independent personal services business).     Learn More

PowerPoint 2007 Basics
Learn to create, edit, and add transition and animation to a PowerPoint 2007 presentation in this class for adults who have mastered basic computer and word processing skills.     Learn More

Job Support Group
Join the monthly Job Support Group for the opportunity to network, share career strategies and search tools and hear dynamic speakers to help with your job search. Designed to make your job hunt easier!    Learn More

Spotlight on InnerVision
The mission of InnerVision is to provide comprehensive resources, services and supports in the areas of employment, education and wellness to unemployed and underemployed adults. Find out how to use their services at this special JHC program.    Learn More

PowerPoint 2007 II
Learn to create charts and graphs, adjust presentation timing, and add multimedia effects in this second of a two-part series of classes that introduce PowerPoint 2007.     Learn More

Job Seekers Seminar: Building your Personal Brand
This seminar will help you understand, build, and communicate the unique Brand that is YOU. Learn to differentiate yourself from the competition and increase your visibility.     Learn More

Master the Behavioral Interviewing Method
Behavioral interviewing asserts that the most accurate predictor of future performance is past performance in a similar situation. Library HR specialist, Julia Lanham, will teach you how to present yourself in the best light.    Learn More

Job Help Session
Update resumes, explore job websites and apply for jobs in this informal job help session. Staff will assist with questions. 20 available computers. No registration required. First come basis.     Learn More

Financial Fortitude for Teens
This 9-part monthly workshop will teach teens financial literacy, including smart ways to earn, save, and spend money, as well obtaining and managing credit and student loans.     Learn More

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Technology Access

Reserve a PC at the Job Help Center

 Computer usage is for 3 hour internet sessions and are to be used for job search activities. It is recommended that you prepare for filling out applications using our general application information worksheet in advance to maximize your job search time online.