Job & Career Information Center Newsletter
Greetings!
Are you investigating alternative careers in your job search? There are many resources for finding jobs outside of the typical private-industry jobs, including the following:
Federal Jobs
Applying for a federal job can be more time consuming than a private sector job, but the benefits and possibilities for advancement may make it worthwhile. To learn more about the federal job application process, attend our Writing Outstanding KSA Statements or come into the library to check out books on how to apply for a federal job. Some suggested reading include:
Work from Home
Many work from home jobs are scams, especially those that expect you to pay to get a job. Remember to be caution when applying for these jobs. Check with the Better Business Bureau or the Maryland Attorney General's website to see if there are any complaints about the companies. Good websites and books to consult for legitimate work at home jobs include:
Sincerely,
Rebecca Sullivan
Check our calendar for the full listing of upcoming classes!
Online Job Application Tutorial
Tuesday, March 16. 10-11 am
Central Library, Job & Career Information Center, located in the Business, Science & Technology Department
Do you need to create a résumé quickly? Emurse might be a good choice for creating and saving a resume online. After registering with Emurse using an email address and password, you can create an account where you can create and save your résumé online. Emurse is free and also allows you to have an online résumé with a customized web address for sending to potential employers. Résumé can also be downloaded in a wide variety of formats -- Word document, PDF, HTML, and RTF to name a few.
Along with the résumé resources, Emurse also includes a helpful blog with answers to various job related questions. Information about local jobs can easily be found on your account which can make it a great place to work on your job search!
Make your résumé work for you! Call the Job and Career Information Center (410-396-5317) for a free résumé review appointment. Bring a copy of your résumé and get tips and suggestions to create a résumé that will help land a job.
Need to apply for a job? Have to file for unemployment? The Job and Career Information Center has a computer available by appointment for you for up to two hours. To make an appointment you will need a valid library card. Please call 410-396-5317 today!
Did you know you can get free one-on-one help with résumé writing? The Pratt Library offers a new service simply titled: Get an Online Tutor. Free online help from a certified tutor for your job search from the library or from home with your Pratt library card.
Tutor.com’s Career Center offers a live person who can help with résumé writing reviews, job search assistance, and interview preparation. Their tutors answer questions like how to tailor a résumé for a specific audience, what is the difference between a résumé and a CV, and general writing guidelines.
Another resource included in Tutor.com is the SkillsCenter Resource Library, which has a wide range of worksheets, tutorials, and study guides on cover letters, résumé writing, and sample résumés. Tutor.com’s online tutors are available from 2 p.m. to midnight. Spanish-speaking tutors: available Sunday - Thursday, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Ayuda en Español: Domingo a Jueves de 2 p.m. hasta 10 p.m. Tutor.com’s Live Career Help and the SkillsCenter Resource Library are great resources to make each résumé even stronger!
