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Free webinar: "Mastering Job Search Skills for Recent College Grads"


Career expert and hiring manager Heather R. Huhman shares tips and tactics for conducting a smart and successful job search. The webinar is on July 25, 2012 at 11 AM. Space is limited, so please register here: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/932226528. This webinar is brought to you through the library's subscription to the LearningExpress database, which includes practice tests, tutorials, and downloadable ebooks for various job, school, or licensing tests.



Useful Information for Job Searchers


Are you searching for a job?   Here are some helpful web pages.  Computer Image

 

Resources for Job Seekers     from the sjpl.org website

 

Teen College and Job Resources      from the sjpl.org website

 

Work2Future     a helpful local organization

 

Indeed     a search tool

 

Interviewing     from monster.com

 

Research and Homework     from the sjpl.org website



Career Transitions - a Great Resource for Those Looking for a Job!


Whatever one might say about our local economy, one thing is for sure ... it is in constant change and transition.  There is a new database that is especially designed for those seeking a new job, Career Transitions, and it has been added to the San Jose Public Library collection of databases (located in the Research section).  This great resource is from Gale Publishers and it will take you through a job search step by step in a systematic approach.  It will help you assess your strengths and interests and help you explore new career opportunities. You can also prepare a resume in six easy steps and download or email it.  This is a totally free database, although first time users will need to create an account.  If you are looking for that perfect job, you've got to check out this resource.