The Library's Business & Career Center
BPL’s new workspace at Central Library inspires all those looking to secure their financial future to dream big and achieve their goals. Make it your place to meet, work and exchange ideas. BPL offers an array of resources and programs for anyone interested in career help, personal finance and small business advice—visit our Business & Career Services page to learn more.
The Center's New Space
Greatly enlarged, the Business & Career Center serves job seekers, freelancers and small business owners. The space includes custom-designed wood counter seating, four meeting rooms equipped with presentation screens, six conversation “nooks,” a co-working area with laptops available for loan, and two seminar rooms with built-in/automated presentation equipment. The Center connects, via a new glass-enclosed staircase, to the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons on the first floor. Funding for the new Business & Career Center was provided by Empire State Development.
Upcoming Events
Free One-On-One Financial Counseling
Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation (BSRC).
A counselor can advise you on many topics, including:
Budgeting and money management Establishing and improving credit ratings …
Resume Help Office hours
Please come in for resume office hours.
The College Experience
Interested in attending college? Check out the College Experience FIRST!
At this workshop, you will:
Learn about academic programs at Kingsborough Community CollegeWalk through the admissions process for KBCCLearn about financial aid for college courses70% of KBCC students receive aid!…
Resume Help Office hours
Please come in for resume office hours.
Drop-In Resume & Career Help (Central Library)
Stop by the Central Library's Business & Career Center for help with your resume, cover letter, interview, and job search questions. All sessions are one-on-one on a first come, first served basis.
Virtual Financial Coaching
Do you have questions about credit or debt? The Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) can help you manage your money, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financial goals.
Make an appointment with a coach from the Financial Coaching Corps of the Community…
Resume and Career Assistance
Meet with a librarian for help with your resume, cover letter, interview, and job search questions. All sessions are one-on-one on a first come, first served basis. Please bring the most recent version of your resume and/or cover letter, if you have those.
Please note: Our…
Want to Become MWBE Certified? Join Our Office Hours!
Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBE)
The City spends up to $20 billion per year on goods and services. Getting certified will help you compete for government contract opportunities and access exclusive programs to help your small business grow.
Join…
2025 PowerUP Business Plan Competition Orientation
The Prize is in the Process!
Enter PowerUP as we celebrate our 22nd year! You could win a $20,000 CASH AWARD to start your Brooklyn-based business. Attend classes, meet with a business counselor and learn how to write a business plan. To apply, you must attend an orientation. …
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We're Here to Help
Do you have a quick business, career, or finance related question that doesn't require a trip to the library? Call 718.968.7275. You can also connect with a librarian via chat, email, or with an in-person appointment.
Central Library Revitalization
This space was part of Phase One of Central Library's renovations.