Career Help

Unsure about your job search? You can get help from the library. 

Career Help Classes and Programs

The library regularly offers classes, information sessions, and programs to help with your job search. You can find upcoming events on the library's Events Calendar.

Drop-In Resume & Career Help

Librarians are available at certain locations for in-person, drop-in sessions to help you with your job search. No appointment is necessary, but drop-in times are limited.

To see a schedule of upcoming sessions, visit: bklynlib.org/resume-events

Tech Help For Your Job Search

In-person, drop-in programs at the Business & Career Center for job seekers looking for help navigating job application websites, filling out online job applications, formatting and uploading documents, and more. Laptops will be available to use during these small group sessions. Stop by to get answers to your tech questions and to build your computer skills!

To see a schedule of upcoming sessions, visit: bit.ly/TechHelpJobSearch

Resume & Career Help by Email

Do you need feedback on your resume or cover letter? You can email a copy to us at resumehelp@bklynlibrary.org. Please send it in Microsoft Word or PDF format and allow us 3 days to reply. If you can share a link to the job posting, send that too.

You also can email us with other questions about your job search.

Resume & Interview Coaching via Brainfuse JobNow

The library’s online resource Brainfuse JobNow offers live resume and interview coaching from 2-11 p.m. every day (except holidays). A Brooklyn Public Library card or eCard is required.

Sign in to JobNow at:  bklynlibrary.org/online-resources/brainfuse-jobnow

Find additional online resources on careers and job searching here www.bklynlibrary.org/online-resources/topic/job-career

 

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