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.
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Job Help Center at Main Library The 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.
Job Related Events/Training at the Library
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
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT A LATER DATE. 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
3/27/2012 at 2:00 PM: Beatties Ford Road : Register Online
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
3/27/2012 at 3:00 PM: Independence Regional : Register Online
4/24/2012 at 3:00 PM: Independence Regional : Register Online
5/29/2012 at 3:00 PM: Independence Regional : Register Online
Computer Basics Part I
Get a basic overview of computer terms and concepts in this class for adults with little or no previous computer experience. Learn More
Comics! with Dustin Harbin
Love comics? Want to draw some of your own? Join Dustin Harbin, local comic artist, for a 2-hour workshop to learn about, talk about, and make your own. Registration is required. In the mean time, check out Dusty's website: http://www.dharbin.com Learn More
Computer Basics Part II
Get hands-on practice using a computer, keyboard and mouse in this class for beginners.
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Super Resumes for Teens
Join Sherryl Baker, adjunct faculty at Queens University, and learn how to write a resume, communicating important High School experiences which are important to employers and prospective colleges, and learn relevant business communication habits. Learn More
Goodwill Youth Job Connection
Join us for this information session where you'll meet representatives from Goodwill Industries and learn more about the free programs that can help you develop job skills and find out how to search for jobs. 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.