The Public Library: Where Jobs Meet Business
Career Transitions Database
Great database for first time online job hunters, persons who have become unemployed, or those who are interested in a career change. The database offers a practical, personalized, and guided experience that integrates all the tools needed to find a job.
- Resume builder
- A personal profile that stores references, and action plan and more
- Assessment engine that identifies career interests and transferable skills
- Ability to target specific careers and apply for jobs
- Interview simulation and networking tips
- Adult education and low-fee distance learning classes
- Access to unemployment services, health benefits, and other social services
How to access: www.njworks.org
Job and Career Accelerator Database
Combines everything you need for a successful job search in one easy-to-use site. Explore over 1,000 different occupations; match your interests and skills with the career that’s best for you; search over 5 million up-to-the-minute local and national job postings; create professional resumes and cover letters; practice and master interviewing skills; and organize and track your job search progress all in one place.
How to access: http://jca.learnatest.com/lel/
Your library card number is required.
NJWorks@yourlibrary
The goal of the New Jersey State Library is to help in the economic recovery of the state by giving libraries the tools they need to expand services to the unemployed, entrepreneurs, and established businesses. This website is a single place that combines search databases; career videos; a calendar of libraries throughout New Jersey that offer free training in computers and job hunting skills; and links for small businesses to foster the growth of entrepreneurs and existing businesses.
How to access: Available through www.njworks.org
ReferenceUSA
This is an online phone directory that serves as a powerful job search or marketing tool. Create custom search screens to target companies by geography, product, SIC/NAICS codes, company size, and sales volume. Contains detailed information on nearly 12 million U.S. businesses with addresses, key executives, and websites. Build your own customized list of companies for marketing.
How to access: http://www.referenceusa.com/
Your library card number is required.
Regional Business News
This database provides comprehensive full text coverage for regional business publications. Regional Business News incorporates coverage of 75 business journals, newspapers and newswires from all metropolitan and rural areas within the United States. This database is updated on a daily basis.
How to access: Available through www.njworks.org > http://njgrowsbiz.org/
Your library card number is required.
Small Business Resource Center
This database is a complete management toolkit for the entrepreneur. From conducting industry research to writing a business plan, financial planning, or marketing a product and franchising a business, the Small Business Resource Center provides users with all the information to succeed.How to access: Available through www.Jerseyclicks.org
Your library card number is required.NJWorks@YourLibrary
Resources from the New Jersey State Library for job seekers |
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