Searching for a job can be a challenging experience. KCLS has great resources to help you in your quest for a job. You will find a collection of these online and print materials on our website in the Searching for a job section of our Look to Your Library guide.
KCLS databases offer a helping hand for career exploration and resume creation. The Resume Builder database allows you to create impressive resumes and coverletters . You just need your library card and an email address to get started. There are many other career-related databases that are also accessible from the KCLS website. Also, Worksource of Seattle-King County lists resources for job-hunters and can connect you to one-on-one help.
We have many exciting programs happening this week for job seekers, please check out our Look to Your Library events
Tips for applying for jobs online:
- Most of your job searching interactions online will require an email address. If you don't have one yet, there are many places to get a free email account. For example, you can create a free email account with Gmail or Yahoo. KCLS offers computer classes on Email if you need more help.
- You can speed up your online application process by entering your work history, education, and refences information into a word processor and saving the file. Once you have this information, you can copy and paste it into online job applications without having to retype. Using the copy and paste feature saves you a lot of time. Need help learning how to copy and paste? You can sign up for a computer class or ask a librarian.
- It's also a great idea to email your resume and cover letter to yourself. Then you can access them online from wherever you are without worrying about a lost disk or flash drive.
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