Job-seekers
Get the tools you need to step forward in your career. Whether you are looking for a new job or hoping to advance, the library can help you prepare with resume writing, interview preparation and job search classes.
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Jobseeker Reads
Getting your first job for dummies
Angulo, Roberto
Nací para esto
Guillebeau, Chris
The new rules of work : the modern playbook for navigating your career
Cavoulacos, Alexandra
Knock ’em dead : the ultimate job search guide
Yate, Martin John
Federal resume guidebook : writing the successful “outline format federal resume”
Troutman, Kathryn K.
60 seconds and you’re hired!
Ryan, Robin
Ace your teacher interview : 149 fantastic answers to tough interview questions
Fredericks, Anthony D,
Born for this : how to find the work you were meant to do
Guillebeau, Chris
The sessions listed below will help you get ready for the job hunt. Wow your future boss with additional proficiencies by taking a free technology class -- taught throughout the county! For many of these offerings, certificates of completion are available for your professional portfolio. For example: take all 12 levels of Microsoft Excel! Ask a library staff member for help or begin your search now.
Upcoming Events
Orlando Public Library (Purple Room - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Business & Careers; Education & Learning
Get noticed! Elevate your job application with best practices in crafting a resume and cover letter. Registration required.
Learn more>Washington Park Branch (Washington Park - Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Business & Careers
Need to fix up some old photos or edit some new vacation photos, but don't have Photoshop at home? Drop in for this open lab to experiment with Adobe Photoshop!
Learn more>Online (Online Technology Classroom 2)
Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Business & Careers
Become familiar with popular job search websites and common questions asked on job applications. Learn how to use various internet resources to search and apply for jobs.
Learn more>South Trail Branch (South Trail - Computer Lab)
Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Life Skills
Better prepare yourself for the big day! Learn the interview process and become familiar with popular websites that provide supporting information.
Learn more>South Trail Branch (South Trail - Computer Lab)
Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Life Skills
Better prepare yourself for the big day! Learn the interview process and become familiar with popular websites that provide supporting information.
Learn more>Orlando Public Library (Blue Room - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Life Skills
Better prepare yourself for the big day! Learn the interview process and become familiar with popular websites that provide supporting information.
Learn more>South Trail Branch (South Trail - Computer Lab)
Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Business & Careers
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Learn more>Washington Park Branch (Washington Park - Technology Classroom)
Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Business & Careers
Need to fix up some old photos or edit some new vacation photos, but don't have Photoshop at home? Drop in for this open lab to experiment with Adobe Photoshop!
Learn more>Orlando Public Library (Blue Room - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Business & Careers
Bring your resume to the top of the pile. Learn how to plan, create, and format a professional-looking resume using built-in templates in Microsoft Word and library resources.
Learn more>Orlando Public Library (Blue Room - Second Floor)
Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Business & Careers
Become familiar with popular job search websites and common questions asked on job applications. Learn how to use various Internet resources to search and apply for jobs.
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