Job Help at the Library
Books & Media in Our Collection |Events/Training at the Library
Training & Development Resources |Technology Access |Resume Building
Job Searching |Community Help & Support |Networking Support
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 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
Women in the Workforce: Identifying Life Skills to Enhance Your Resume
Find out how women can use the skills they attain from hobbies, volunteer work, and homemaking to get the job they really want. Presented by life coach and inspirational speaker, Regal Hawke.
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Resume Tutor
One-on-one sessions for resume critique; first come, first serve. Please bring a print copy of current or draft resume. Register at the Reference Desk.
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IRS Small Business Workshop II: Independent Contractor vs. Employee
Understanding the difference between Independent
Contractor and Employee. Learn what is required when hiring an independent contractor or an employee, as it relates to federal taxes. Learn More
Online Job Searching
Emphasis will be placed on skills needed to successfully navigate the online job application process. Explore new job posting websites and practice filling out online job applications and uploading your resume. Learn More
Job Seekers Seminar: Resumes
Learn writing tips that will help you polish up your resume so it stands out from the crowd and generates interviews in this workshop led by Reginald Johnson of Grace Mar Services. Learn More
Word Basics Part I
Learn how to create, edit, and save a Word 2007 document. This is the first of a two-part series. This class is designed for adults with some computer experience but little or no previous word processing experience.
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Word Basics Part II
The second of a two-part series on Word 2007. After a review we'll discuss formatting lists, changing margins and other features of Word. Learn More
Job Searching Online Basics
Learn how to find and apply for jobs on the Web, as well as locate additional job searching help. Requires familiarity with the Internet. (9 Person Limit) Learn More
CPCC Small Business Center: Business Proposal Writing
Discover the tricks-of-the-trade in writing a winning business proposal. Know the five key ways a business proposal differs from any other business document and learn how to write one from the customer's point of view. Learn More
The Big Picture (Fashion Photography)
Come view a snapshot of a career in Fashion Photography. Teens will explore this industry with this workshop led by a professional fashion photographer. Photographer: Todd Youngblood (http://toddyoungblood.com/)
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Technology Access
Reserve a Job Help Center PC
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.